Event Timing

[acridiel]

Uhm, folks....
You DO remember, that they used to repeat these things for different time zones, don´t you?

Why would they change that now?
*shakes head*

CU
Acridiel

[gillest]

Originally Posted by acridiel

they used to repeat these things

Who are THEY?

[suib0m]

Originally Posted by acridiel

Uhm, folks....
You DO remember, that they used to repeat these things for different time zones, don´t you?

Why would they change that now?

They - being the Event Team.

Why would they change that now? - Maybe due to a lack of volunteers? I'm not saying this is the case, but if there's not enough volunteers to carry out different time zones, then maybe the info will just have to be carried by Xaphon here on the forums. At least, with minor parts to the story... where the major climax would hopefully be at accessible times with multiple runs.

Either way, I'm happy for the event

Peace,
- Sui

[magick1]

Originally Posted by acridiel

Uhm, folks....
You DO remember, that they used to repeat these things for different time zones, don´t you?

Why would they change that now?
*shakes head*

Lack of people I suspect. Nevrax/Jolt had a large number of GMs, and the game only have two now (I think).

[acridiel]

Originally Posted by magick1

Lack of people I suspect. Nevrax/Jolt had a large number of GMs, and the game only have two now (I think).

Probably right.
So just remember that, when people start whining about missed events again.
Interesting to see though, that people do seem to know the problem, but won´t do anything about it.
But maybe you are a volunteer, so who am I to judge. *shrug*

CU
Acridiel

[clyne]

I really wonder how the repeat of events could be made feasible RP wise? I really want to see repeats too that would include the west cost NA's and those from Asia. The problem is only some types of events could be repeated without making it seem like a instanced quest I think... but I doubt the story events like these will work out in that way.

I mean why would Decalion show up twice to explain the same thing (though to different set of homins..)? ~.~

[suib0m]

Originally Posted by acridiel

Probably right.
So just remember that, when people start whining about missed events again.
Interesting to see though, that people do seem to know the problem, but won´t do anything about it.

A bit harsh, really. I believe there are several reasons why volunteers are so low. One of the big ones (definitely for me anyway) is the economy. It's tough enough to scrape by right now, let alone volunteering time in a work capacity for a place that may not be around tomorrow. Please understand my point on this, in that I think it's the general consensus thought. I'd happily volunteer my time if I could devote at least an hour straight to the game, which I cannot right now. I'm online in-game quite a bit, but I'm rarely at the screen for more than 15 mins before I have to deal with something else for longer.

And on that second point, folks are just mired down in the wait-game, fed up with the status quo. I understand that things will hopefully different this time, but we see that each time. I'm confident though, even if it makes me a fanboy (meh, whatever, I love this game). Once the ball gets rolling I have every belief it will snowball back towards the good times we once had.

Also, I think there may be a bit of fear of that kind of role. I mean, you're becoming a virtual actor at that point and folks can still get stage fright (typing while your nervous and knowing ppl are tapping their toes and getting bored while you try and finish your next sentence isn't the most fun thought).

I guess my point is that finger pointing isn't really going to help, but I think that we'll see things improve steadily and quickly once things get moving at all. We just need those first few consistent nudges to get us over that hill.

Ahwell, that's my too many cents...
Peace,
- Sui

[Aapeli]

OOC:
Above are moved posted from Xaphon's most recent thread.


They have been moved as I wish to keep event-threads based on events only.

With regards to timing/staffing:

We are currently looking into ways that will allow players from all regions to participate in every event. It's a work in progress but I wanted to explain that it is something that we take seriously.

The events team is expanding and we do have members from various time zones which will help us reach non-european players. There is certainly more than just the two of us!

It's great that you are all passionate about the events; you've all been incredibly patient and we will be rewarding that with plenty of meaningful events in the near future, continuing the Saga that is Ryzom.

I always welcome discussion, both in the forums openly and with me privately. You are more than welcome to send me an ingame mail or tell (both ingame and in CEB) whenever you have something you would like to discuss.

Regards and enjoy your stay on Atys!

//Aapeli Senior Event Manager: Arispotle