Monthly Archives: February 2009

MMO Antiquities – Epic Weapons

I realize that when a lot of readers look at my title they’ll think “Epic Weapons” aren’t that old. They’re just purple items in World of Warcraft. While this is true but they are not the items I am referring … Continue reading

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WCPI – Epic Slant’s Blog Roll

For my first Warhammer Commmunity Promotion Iniative (WCPI) article I thought I would cover some of the blogs on my roll. They’re the ones I read most of all and really enjoy. You’ll find those links on the right or … Continue reading

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WAR PVP…currently fails. (A guest article by Korrow)

Welcome to Epic Slant’s first Wednesday Wordsmiths article. We’re pleased to host differing (or similar) opinions from other players and guest articles. As always please allow me to dispense with the necessary disclaimer. The following article and author’s opinions do … Continue reading

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War Community Project – Epic Slant’s 50th!

In the tradition of the “Age of Blogging,” which saw great cross promotion between Warhammer Blogs, Warhammer Alliance is starting the War Community Project Initiative (WCPI). In essence it will encourage bloggers to promote other bloggers. As a website administrator … Continue reading

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Crafting isn’t a necessity

Ultima Online set many benchmarks for the MMO industry due to its status as the first large scale graphical online game. One standard, however, continues to plague new games as a “must have item” and I think it has been … Continue reading

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Future MMOs – Exotic Races

Recently I was having a conversation in ventrilo with some guild mates regarding races in MMOs. We got onto that because it was mentioned that 38 Studio’s Copernicus is (allegedly) going to have 12 playable races available. I’ve always liked … Continue reading

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Virtual Gifting Guidelines to Success!

With Valentine’s Day behind us and a slew of other holidays approaching before we know it, I thought I’d touch on a rare subject. The one of giving gifts in game to others. Now, first of all let me preface … Continue reading

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Darkpromise isn’t so promising

In the past I have casually mentioned that I felt the Darkpromise set of gear was not a very impressive upgrade over Sentinel. Beyond the next ward level you won’t find yourself feeling very rewarded by obtaining these (or invader) … Continue reading

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Alternate Characters aren’t content!

Long ago in an industry far away players would frequently pick a single character and stick primarily to it. In UO if you didn’t like how your character was coming out you’d change skills and work out another build. EverQuest … Continue reading

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