Archive for 2013

Effigy Lighting, ArenaNet videos, Mist League

Posted 15/06/13 by

Just say NO to dragons!Both the climax of the current Dragon Bash event and start off point for the next Dragon Bash event, the single person instance, Memories on the Pyre is coming on June 18th. Be sure to come see them set fire to the effigy!

Anet also celebrated Drgaon Bash at the 2013 Role Play Convention in Cologne, Germany (click for story and video). And you may recall all the dragon pinata videos they posted a few days ago…well they saved one for themselves and posted it today too. Fun stuff!

Mist League actually starts their first season today, June 15th at 11am Pacific (6pm UTC), and it has not already started as I said in my last post. Check out their Twitch.TV channel to watch!

And recent GWOnline original content:
Alaris’ write up on the game he is making * Guided Daggers’ Event Notifier (Forum thread) * Gorani’s Elementalist Focus write up (Forum thread) * Nemeon’s forum post on Combos in GW2 * Gorani on Elementalist Conjures (Forum thread)

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Let’s Get Ready to Ruuuummmbbbbllleee! eSports in GW2

Posted 14/06/13 by

Mist League officially started their effort to bring Guild Wars 2 to eSports on June 15th, but tomorrow they scored a match against Anet developers! It starts Friday the 14th at 5:30pm Pacific (12:30am Sat UTC) and you can watch it on their Twitch.TV channel. It will be a best of 3 fight on the Forest of Niflhel map.

Also Will Fairfield is doing a developer livestream where he’ll be talking about Dragon Ball tips and more. On Anet’s Twitch.TV channel Friday starting at Noon Pacific (7pm UTC).

On a lighter note, Anet also just released a cool piece about the origins and making of the Dragon Bash song. Check it out (dates back to 2010 when they first started demoing the game in Europe).

And for all you Cosplay fans out there, check out this amazing Charr outfit Anet shared a couple days ago.

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Dragon Bash Event Guide

Posted 12/06/13 by

Anet has been putting these guides out for a few events now, and I really like them. Check it out here and then come to the forum to talk Dragon Bashing with us

General Carabi. Years ago you served my father in the Crab Wars. Now he begs you to help him in his struggle against the Dragons...

Help me, Obi-Wan Carabi! You’re my only hope.

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June 11 Update is Live. Come Dragon Bash With Us and More!

Posted 11/06/13 by

Anet has released the update notes for today’s update. Follow this link, or check out our forum post with the details and let us know what you think.

A few tidbits from the update: Dragon Bash is live, fireworks event from 9am Pacific (4pm UTC) June 14th to 9am Pacific (4pm UTC) June 17th, “Added a new combat/movement toggle option: “Right-Click to Attack/Interact”.” “Globs of Ectoplasm can now be salvaged into Piles of Crystalline Dust.” Skill updates. sPVP matching tweaks. “World Ability Points have been refunded to all players who earned them.” “Named after Lion’s Arch’s founder, Cobiah Marriner, the Marriner’s Horn is a permanent instrument themed for spreading festive tunes.”

And recent GWOnline original content:
Guided Daggers’ Event Notifier. Forum thread… Gorani’s Elementalist Focus write up. Forum thread…Nemeon’s forum post on Combos in GW2… Gorani on Elementalist Conjures. Forum thread.

Plus incgamers are taking names and kicking reportorial heinies this week at E3. Check out their recent blog post for more details. (Cool detail from that link: Our own post making machine, Alaris, has an incgamers write up on the game he is making! Woohoo, go Alaris!)

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He Did the Bash! …. He Did the Dragon Bash!

Posted 10/06/13 by

I think there's a crafting recipe some where in this stanza!

Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn, and caldron bubble.

Anet just released a compilation of Dragon Pinata bashing videos. We posted one by Curse here last week, and Anet says “the results were as epic as they were varied.” Check them out then come to the forums and join in our chat about the new Dragon Bash event.

Speaking of the Dragon Bash, Anet also just had a preview on TwitchTV with Will Fairfield. They have part 1 up here (about 21 minutes) and part 2 here (about 14 minutes).

On a more serious note, GWOnline forum member Rob Van Der Sloot just started a thread giving his thoughts on the really big problems with Guild Wars 2′s game play mechanics. Please have a read and tell us what you think.

Two quick notes: Check out the following GWOnline content:
Forum member Guided Daggers’ Event Notifier using the new APIs. Forum thread for more info.
Elementalist Forum Moderator Gorani’s great new piece explaining why the Ele Focus is weak and how to fix it.

Remember to finish up your Southsun Cove events, while a lot of stuff will stay after tomorrow, not all of it will.

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This Week on IncGamers 3-9 June

Posted 09/06/13 by

e3 logoIt’s that time of year again game fans, it’s E3! The main incgamers.com site team are going to be flat-out next week from Monday when all the E3 conferences kick off. No doubt many of you will be soaking up as much game info as you can over the next seven days, whether you’re a PC or console gamer. Before the madness begins, let’s take a quick look back at last week’s PC gaming goodness.

As you can see it’s been a busy week what with all of the above and the daily news too. We have also kicked up and E3 section  where we will be posting our opinions and coverage from the event.

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You Know You Make Me Wanna…

Posted 07/06/13 by

Anet just put out a news post on their new Authorized Shoutcaster program. They get notified when certain ranked teams arrange a match, saved places in those matches as well as their own Custom Arena. More details and a link to the current list of shoutcasters in the link.

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PVP Leaderboard Changes, Dragon Bash Lore

Posted 07/06/13 by

Anet just put up a couple blog posts on changes they will be making to the leaderboards (like your score being tied to how long it has been since you last played) and some background info on the Dragon Bash (like how did the culture handle the change from loving Glint and having a Dragon Festival to the current dragons situation and the Dragonbrand).

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Future of WvW, Dragon Bash, GW2 Videos

Posted 05/06/13 by

Devon Carver has just posted a new update on the status and future of World vs. World. Click here to read it, or you can see the text in our forums as well as comment on the post yourself! Title headings to whet your appetite: Current State | Future Plans | Player Roles | Zergs | Variety | Siege | And More…?

Last Stand at Southsun Cove is finishing up with the big Karka Queen event live. Remember that not all of this content is permanent, so check it out soon if you want to try out anything that isn’t sticking around. Next update is June 11th, so that’s probably the deadline. Harvest Sickle is available until June 24th too, FYI. If you want to complain or praise it, click here to be heard! Anet also just released a new video about Southsun’s creation and future effects and lore. Clickly linky.

Show me.

I know Kung Fu!

As noted below Dragon Bash has been announced and will be hitting the game on June 11th. Come tell us what you think about it in the forum. For GW1 vets, DRAGON ARENA is back! And you can bet on Moa races! lol Sounds like a lot of fun.

Speaking of fun, here are a few funny or interesting GW2 fan created videos/costumes and what not:
Youtube video by Sharm who rewrote and performed Les Miserables’ Castle on a Cloud in honor of the Guild Bounty for Poobadoo. Les Poobadoo.

GW2 fans Liza K. & Sophie L. will represent the Netherlands at the European Cosplay Gathering for their portrayal of Caithe and Faolain.

Also, apparently Anet sent out some Dragon pinata’s to various media outlets to promote Dragon Bash. Here’s the video Curse put up of the unboxing and demolition of their pinata. Pretty funny.

I killed one, Rick... the thing I love most in the world.

Fae…that’s a good look for you.

And GWOnline forum Moderator and frequent WvW poster, Fae, helps show off the new Panda Hat in the gemstore. (Bear and Quaggan hats are available too.)

To close this out, we had some recent GWOnline content you should check out:
Forum member Guided Daggers had made an Event Notifier with the new APIs Anet has released. Forum thread for more info.

And Elementalist Forum Moderator Gorani has also put out a great new piece explaining why the Ele Focus is weak and how to fix it. I really like these kinds pieces as the also usually help you understand the finer details of general game play too.

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Dragon Bash Event Details

Posted 04/06/13 by

Mark your diaries, the Dragon Bash events are incoming.


 

Lion’s Arch honors the defiant spirit of its citizenry with the rousing Dragon Bash festival, when revelers laugh in the face of fear! Sponsored by the Captain’s Council of Lion’s Arch, Dragon Bash is a month-long celebration packed with all-new activities, fireworks, exclusive rewards, and surprises galore! The festival begins on June 11 and ends on July 9.

Dragon Bash Events
Dragon Bash Activities in Lion’s Arch – Begins June 11
Lion’s Arch is the bustling epicenter of the Dragon Bash festivities. The Captain’s Council has spared no expense in decorating this proud, battered city, as evidenced by the giant holographic dragon harmlessly soaring overhead.

Bash the Dragon! – Begins June 11
Look for holographic projectors scattered all across Tyria during the celebration. These mini-projector devices contain hologram minions which can drop a Dragon Bash surprise… a Dragon Coffer! Starting June 18, you’ll also find dragon effigies all across Tyria during Dragon Bash. Perform a ritual dance and light the effigy to receive a temporary boost!

Developer Livestream – June 11 at 12PM PDT
Take an inside look at Dragon Bash with ArenaNet devs during the livestream on our Twitch channel on Tuesday, June 11 at 12PM PDT.

Dragon Ball – Begins June 11
The ancient Tyrian pastime of Dragon Ball returns! Teams of players test their Dragon Ball skills against one another in this fast-paced game of skill and reflexes. Get ready to dodge!

Moa Racing – Begins June 11
Pick the fastest moa! Farshore Ward in Lion’s Arch is the site of fast and furious Moa Racing, where you can bet on your favorite moa racers!

Dragon Piñatas – Begins June 11
In major cities around Tyria, you’ll find dragon piñatas strung up in honor of the festival. Break these open to receive tasty Dragon Bash candy!

Dragon Bash Fireworks – June 14-17
Watch the skies above Lion’s Arch come alive with an explosive fireworks show every night in-game. The fireworks begin at 9AM PDT on Friday, June 14 and will go off every two hours until 12PM PDT Monday, June 17. Stay through the spectacular finale and receive a unique festival helm – The Horns of the Dragon!

The Dragon Effigy Lighting Ceremony – Begins June 18
Join the Captain’s Council and other dignitaries as they light dragon effigies in the Grand Piazza of Lion’s Arch starting June 18. Hosted by the jovial Magnus the Bloody Handed, this ceremony will be full of merriment and surprises.

Horns of the Dragon
This unique helm is only available to players who attend an entire fireworks show in Lion’s Arch, which occurs every two hours during the in-game evening from June 14 to June 17.

Holographic Dragon Wings
This dragon wing back item is only available as a very rare drop in the Dragon Ball Arena and throughout Tyria during the celebration. Ambitious adventurers who collect a large amount of Dragon Bash candy can obtain these exclusive holographic festival wings.

Holographic Shattered Dragon Wings
Dedicated festival goers who earn the Dragon Bash Meta Achievement will receive this imposing back item – a set of holographic Shattered dragon wings!

Dragon Coffer
This special reward chest, which drops only during Dragon Bash, is packed with treats and a chance for fireworks, a hologram minion mini, and Dragon’s Jade weapon skins!

Dragon’s Jade Weapon Skins
Show your Dragon Bash spirit with these cool new weapon skins with a distinctly draconic look. You can find weapon tickets inside Rich Dragon Coffers and (rarely) in Dragon Coffers, and exchange them for weapon skins from Black Lion Weapon Specialists in every major city!

Helmed Moa Racer Mini
You’ll only find this adorable helmed version of the moa mini during Dragon Bash! Purchase this mini with vouchers earned from the Moa Racing activity.

New Features in this Release 
Fight to Keep Your Spot on the PvP Leaderboards
We’ve improved the way that the PvP leaderboards reflect excellence! Inactive players will automatically start to slip down the leaderboards over time, allowing new and active players an opportunity to fight their way up to a higher rank. This means that the leaderboards will more accurately represent the best PvP players.

Authorized Shoutcaster Program
In the new Authorized Shoutcaster Program, when highly rated PvP teams are matched-up in rated play, authorized shoutcasters will receive a notification and be allowed to enter that match as a spectator to bring you the action on a slight time delay.

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Meta Event Notifier

Posted 01/06/13 by

Guided Daggers has done some updates on his awesome meta event notifier that he created with the official Guild Wars 2 API. If you haven’t been using it, give it a try here! If you have any feedback or questions, check out the relevant thread in our forums.

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The Elementalist’s biased, off-hand choice: Focus?

Posted 31/05/13 by

The Focus is one of two weapons available to the Elementalist for his off hand weapon slot. The other weapon is a Dagger. Currently, the Focus weapon has a lot of drawbacks, compared to the Dagger. In the next few paragraphs, I want to point out those disadvantages, analyse the individual skills a little bit and give you some ideas on how to get those two off hand choice on equal grounds again, by suggesting a few small buffs to the Focus.

1. Your choices in Fire Magic

The two skills available on the Focus are “Firewall” and “Fire Shield“. Firewall is a ground targeted area spell that has to be compared to “Ring of Fire“. The possibility to put down the wall at 900 range is not a big advantage, as fire fields are most often used in a combo with a blast finisher (e.g. “Evasive Arcana” trait or “Arcane Wave“), so it will not benefit the Elementalist a lot to have a ranged skill. Ring of Fire on the other hand is PbAoE and has great synergy with the #5 skill “Flame Grab“, whereas “Fire Shield” offers no synergy effects and is no great source for a “might stacking endeavour”. In addition: The flame aura effect is probably the weakest of the aura effects. You need to get hit to get the might stacks, which are on internal cool down – and who wants to get hit anyway?
The point in this duel goes to the off hand Dagger.

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