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Design by Ethan O'Brien Introduction Asheron's Call is an online-only, multiplayer, role-playing game. It is a huge 3D world where you create and control a character while interacting with other players and nonplayer characters (NPCs). Why Do I Need This Guide?
Before Turbine released this
game to the public, it conducted an extensive beta test. The test had
several phases, from the small first beta to the 2,000 person second beta,
ending in a two-week open beta. The developers then shut the servers down
to prepare for the commercial release of the game. All those who participated
in the beta assumed they would change many details of the game world so
all players would start at the same spot, whether or not they had participated
in the beta test. So, it came as almost universal surprise when the game
was released, and there were no significant changes. Oh sure, Turbine
added a lot more content and will continue to do so, but the developers
did not change locations of dungeons, treasure, or spell formulations.
Effectively, those who played the beta have had months of exploration
and practice under their belts, while those playing the game for the first
time must start from scratch. This guide is an attempt to level the playing
field. It contains all the information needed to make a fast, effective
start and progress your character to the highest levels. What Information Will I
Find in This Guide?
This game guide provides the
knowledge required to get up to speed in Asheron's Call. The first several
chapters will show you how to design a character, discuss different combat
strategies, explain how characters advance and the Asheron's Call social
systems, shed light on the unique magic system, and provide a general
guide to items found in Asheron's Call. The last chapters are for reference
purposes and include a monster level guide, spell list, character level
guide, and locations. How Should I Use This Guide? First, jump in and play Asheron's
Call for an hour or so. You will quickly become familiar with the Asheron's
Call interface and game play. However, before you become addicted and
start building your main character, read the chapter on designing a character.
This will let you build a character to meet your current as well as future
expectations. The rest of the guide can be used as a reference. Refer
to it if you have questions or read straight through to begin playing
with knowledge normally won after many hours of playing Asheron's Call.
Remember, Asheron's Call is a work in progress, so aspects of the world
may change at any time. Good luck, and I hope to see
you in Dereth.
Next: Designing the Perfect Character
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