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Post by {USI}_Zombie on Jul 16, 2008 6:19:36 GMT -5
It seems that Mass D is sadly a server killer. I propose we take it out of the rotation, but I think we can leave surge. There has been some discussions among regulars that they would like some jet time, so I was thinking we could set up an armored fury weekend, or even an armored fury/euro forces weekend, because many of us need euro time also. Before we make this change, I need input from everyone and at least a soft commitment to be there because af/ef don't usually attract a lot of people. If 4 or more {USI} and/or trusted allies will be willing to play these modes, then we can probably attract enough publics to make it work. Opinions?
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Post by coal64 on Jul 16, 2008 11:58:58 GMT -5
i'd love to help but i don't have them.
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Post by {USI}_DirTyDeeDs on Jul 16, 2008 14:52:44 GMT -5
I can do an af/ef weekend if thats what we are willing to put forth effort towards.
Should we replace Mass D with another choice? or let it ride with gator/surge for a while to see how it goes?
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Post by {USI}_Krusher on Jul 16, 2008 23:19:35 GMT -5
I'm all for a AF/EF weekend, I need the Euro time too.
I don't mind seeing Mass D go, but have we tried Ghost Town in the rotation before? I'd like to see that in there if possible.
My two cents.
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Post by {USI}_DirTyDeeDs on Jul 16, 2008 23:40:47 GMT -5
yes it was orginially gator ghost and surge
ghost didnt ever start the server (all flags are gray with no vehicles spawned at them yet), and its a bitch to administrate, but Im willing to try it again provided we consider adjusting the artillery on uncap to perhaps arty on uncap as long as they have another base.
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Post by Onslaught78 on Jul 17, 2008 0:02:13 GMT -5
Ghost is hard to admin but it can be fun. Again it depends on the rules in place.
I think Surge is alittle more balanced than Mass Destruction.
I have seen night maps kill servers... but I personally dont mind them.
Warlord is good map for Ziggy to drop his AT mines everywhere for people to run over. Also has some good palace battles. I dont know too many people that dont like it. The only bad thing about Warlord is there is 6 different spots people can glitch.... but its obvious when they do.
What about a Gator/Warlord rotation?? 1 map with helos and 1 without helos.
There are not enough Gator servers out there. SOE is the only one I know about that is any good.
Warlord is always a popular map and even though there are alot out there, there are only a few good ones that I would play on.
I love AF/EF but people will expect to see SF if they try and connect to the USI server from their favorites (Hopefully). It will be harder to build a player base if the server is switched back and forth from Regular to SF.
Just some ideas...
Cheers
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Post by {USI}_Zombie on Jul 17, 2008 3:51:00 GMT -5
Ghost is hard to admin but it can be fun. Again it depends on the rules in place. I like ghost too, but like you said..can be a chore to admin I like night maps too..but they can be killers. IF we have enough {USI} and regulars we can put one or 2 in on the fly maybe. Warlord is ok, but mines are problematic, I know it is popular, I'm not against trying it, but honestly not thrilled about it. agreed Agreed, sad but true. I have seen other servers do special rotation weekends, or nights successfully that's why I threw that out there Thanks for the input! Opinions from experienced regulars is ALWAYS welcomed!
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Post by {USI}_DirTyDeeDs on Jul 17, 2008 6:43:39 GMT -5
I suggest trying ghost for a week or warlord but not both at the same time. My opinion is that neither map will be helpful in starting the server, that position seems to be locked up by gator, but if they help the server continue without dropping 10 ppl I'll be happy. As far as the AF/EF, I will support requests made by our regulars to maintain goodwill, but I suspect it would negatively affect our current servers success. I propose waiting a bit more before we change the maps to different versions. If we can create a community of returning visitors to our SF server we could ponder the idea of another USI server! Crazy? I know, right?
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Post by {USI}_Zombie on Jul 17, 2008 7:30:42 GMT -5
I suggest trying ghost for a week or warlord but not both at the same time. I like that idea I understand this point and support it, but my logic was, if there is the unlikely event of 4 or 5 {USI} and 2 or 3 trusted allies all on comms together.... Forever the optimist eh?
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Post by {USI}_Krusher on Jul 17, 2008 17:09:11 GMT -5
I'm ok with Claylord/Nadelord/Whorelord/Claywhore, but might I suggest removing friendly damage for mines? Or does that affect gaymores as well?
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Post by {USI}_Zombie on Jul 17, 2008 17:32:49 GMT -5
It DOES apply to gaymores as well as at mines, we can lower the damage level to friendlies, raise it, or eliminate it....right now it's 50%
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Post by tycam90 on Jul 18, 2008 1:38:01 GMT -5
Yea.. im defintly 100% for.. Ghost being added, and Warlord, i personally like both of those maps!!! As for the Admin problem, well yea its a bitch to admin Ghost, but like Onslaught said just have the basic rules, and dont have too many.. i mean alot of us already let bunny hopping slide as it is.. maybe we can get rid of it.. but put it to moderation.. As for the AF/EF i agree, I also need time in Jets, and time in general so im all for it. Mass D I like, but yea unfortunatly its a server killer.. but i did see Today that we started a server with Mass D.. and went 4 rounds with only an increase in players.. sooo is it the server killer?? or is it something else that we might have over looked...
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Post by {USI}_Zombie on Jul 18, 2008 4:34:20 GMT -5
good inputs everyone...keep them coming. This is OUR server, so everyone has a say!
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Post by Onslaught78 on Jul 18, 2008 10:55:43 GMT -5
I know this might not be the right thread for this but it does have to deal with map rotations somewhat.
I started to think how you guys can set your server apart from others that will make others want to play at the USI server....
Just like in life, its about marketing. What are the first things people see about the server?
- The server banner logo - The server name
First, love the graphic minus there are no naval ships ;D Looks professional for the serious gamer.
Your server name is limited in space and needs to sell someone to want to play there. I looked at the name and didnt see USI anywhere. Be proud to put your name up there. You guys have the talent and people should recognize (and fear) the USI name. I would suggest putting it in the name. Plus there might be other "whorehouses" out there.
Unless having a 1 map 24/7 rotation like Gator all the time, I would take the maps out of the server name. It could turn people off if there are unpopular maps in it like Mass D and Surge. The rotation will most likely change until you find the right rotation. The loading info area is a great area for listing the map rotation since that doesnt get cached on a local players machine like the server name. Longer names get cut off so every character space counts.
Some server name suggestions...
!{USI}Whorehouse - Come Get Some! !{USI}Whorehouse - Teamwork Required! !{USI}Whorehouse - Experts play here! !{USI}Whorehouse - Talent plays here!
Something on those lines....
Friendly Fire for mines- keeping it on will help deter gaymore spamers in the palace on Warlord and in general. As well as the guys who C4 the flags.
- Maps
I looked online to see what maps had the best usage from active servers.
1. Warlord 2. Ghost Town 3. Iron Gator 4. Surge 5. Mass D 6. Devils Perch 7. Leviation 8. Night Flight
Im for a Gator and Warlord/Ghost rotation. We dont know how bad it will be to admin until we try it. Surge must be in demand. =PL= has had a surge only server for some time and is always successful.
again.. just some thoughts to help the server be successful.
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Post by {USI}_DirTyDeeDs on Jul 18, 2008 12:25:41 GMT -5
I'm ok with Claylord/Nadelord/Whorelord/Claywhore, but might I suggest removing friendly damage for mines? Or does that affect gaymores as well? WTF ?? I laughed hard!
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