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KaVir · 07-31-2008, 11:47 AM

Well firstly, 'stock' doesn't necessarily mean 'bad' or even 'boring' - it's just old hat for someone who's already played a lot of muds.

But as I said, the combat system is only one of the factors that contributes towards a decent PvP environment. It's certainly possible to make the mud exciting by focusing on other aspects of the game - for example, you might have an intricate clan system which supports faction wars and a range of team-based events. Or you could put extra effort into character customisation, allowing players a huge amount of tactical freedom (as well as artistic licence) in designing a character tailored to their personal playing style. Even the cosmetics can make a big difference, particularly if you're trying to appeal to fans of a specific theme.

Well there you go then - another example of how features other than the combat system can make PvP exciting.

07-31-2008, 11:47 AM	#12
KaVir Legend Join Date: Apr 2002 Name: Richard Home MUD: God Wars II Posts: 2,052	Re: Which MUD has the best combat system? Well firstly, 'stock' doesn't necessarily mean 'bad' or even 'boring' - it's just old hat for someone who's already played a lot of muds. But as I said, the combat system is only one of the factors that contributes towards a decent PvP environment. It's certainly possible to make the mud exciting by focusing on other aspects of the game - for example, you might have an intricate clan system which supports faction wars and a range of team-based events. Or you could put extra effort into character customisation, allowing players a huge amount of tactical freedom (as well as artistic licence) in designing a character tailored to their personal playing style. Even the cosmetics can make a big difference, particularly if you're trying to appeal to fans of a specific theme. Well there you go then - another example of how features other than the combat system can make PvP exciting.