To everyone that has been coming in from Google searches or following links from one of the list sites or elsewhere, welcome! CotH is a private WoW server that focuses primarily on roleplay within the Warcraft setting, which is probably what drew you here to begin with. Keep in mind that everyone is expected to RP, and while the ruleset for the server is RP-PvP, that's only to assist in providing a more 'immersive' experience. Visiting the Rules of the server will set you off on the right direction, and then browsing the rest of the Wiki will help you learn a lot as well.
Keep in mind that this isn't an 'insta-80' server, per se. Nor do we have oodles of custom items. It used to be both of those in the past, but after much consideration and feedback, we decided to nix the items (they were too much of a timesink for the few GMs we have, and also a bit difficult to balance the world with); leveling to 80 is still done, but only after a certain point. Be sure to read the FAQs for more information on that, and other things!
Finally, to see the rates on the server, check here.
For information on how to connect (BE SURE TO READ THIS), please check the Connecting to the Server post. Current server patch version: 3.0.8a/3.0.9 (Builds 9506 & 9551)
Prestige titles are now open for Grunts to apply for!
To apply you will have to have been active on the server for at least two months, been "gruntified" and have a special profile for the character intended for prestige title OK'ed by a higher up GM before beginning the training process.
A character needs to be approved before being able to apply for a prestige title and needs to both have the proper motivation to strive for it as well as a realistic chance to do so. This will be be covered in the special template provided for prestige titles, the template can soon be found on the Wiki, until then see bellow.
To achieve the title there are two ways to go, either by IC training in game and on the forums with another player's character that has X title, or if there is noone alliavable you can "invent" a master-NPC to teach your character through forum posts.
All powers and spells a character aquires through the process must be discussed with a GM first, the GMs also retains the power to "retcon" events deemed inapproptiate if necessary as well as deny anyone we feel would not handle the powers comming with a prestige title due to the risk for god/meta/powergaming.
EDIT: The application should be sent to a GM for consideration before posted, it should, after being OK' ed, be posted in the Special Profiles' forums.
Edit: Addition to the rule regarding Prestige Titles: You may only have one at a time, as long as you have a prestige alive you cannot apply for another. And to kill them off just to get a chance to create a new one that sounds more interesting will just see to you being denied.
The introduction process, while it has had it's share of criticism, has more or less done it's job well. However, it supports a larger staff, it worked great when we had 5-7 gm's, but now it is nothing more than a chore, one that we don't want.
So we'll be phasing it out soon and testing if we can go well without it. We don't want to hear any of your "Yay that system sucked" or "Boo I liked that system" either. This isn't about you making a point it's about workload, if removing it causes more, we'll put it back. Simple as that.
Some sugar to go with the spice (more sugar for some) we've been discussing prestige titles as well. No news on that yet, I just thought I'd be an ass and mention it.
Many of you have probably noticed that things have been moving incredibly slowly. No one is complaining that I can see, which I'll thank you guys for. The GM list says there are like 7 of us, but truthfully there are only 3 at the moment.
SO as soon as Northrend is open we'll put big events on the back burner for a bit. You guys can still do events, but don't expect the level of gm involvement that has been seen lately. We'll fire them back up once we get back into the swing of things.
A character only gets two lives. That means ONE resurrection. If the first is forsaken (the character kills themself, has another murder them, etc.) then their is no resurrection. However, if the character is to be resurrected an IC post MUST be made.
If we feel the resurrection is... bad, for lack of a better term, we reserve the right to deny it pending a better post.
To show that something is a resurrection post, place an (RC) in the title.
I.E. The Return of Gandalf (RC)
edit: Keep in mind what affect death has on the body, and more importantly the mind.
The Scourge have started their campaign against the world. They will push through and destroy everything and everyone unless kept in check. The time has come to defend your world.
I´d like everyone to check the wiki Character category for their approved characters to make sure that they are there, if they are not please check the "Approved Profiles Pending Gruntship" section of the forums, if it´s in neither places I want you to post Name of the profile as well as character name in a reply to this topic.
This is to make sure that all characters are entered into the Wiki, if your character isn´t, the consequences will be dire...
Do not post anything but replies pertaining your characters if you can´t find their profiles, if you derail the topic wrath of the Prophet will descend upon you.
And don´t forget to check both pages of the Character category!
Due to the sheer volume of introductions that are being accepted and denied right now, I am not going to PM the recipients of a denial. If you find your intro gone and it hasn't been moved to the Approved Introductions sub-forum, you are denied.
I will resume sending PMs to denied players once I've actually gotten through what's currently on my plate, and if the flow of new introductions slows to a reasonable pace (So that I'm not moving ten at a time).
I recently received a letter from the renowned explorer and hunter Hemet Nesingwary Jr. It seems he's opened a challenge to all willing adventurers.
Hemet Nesingwary Jr. wrote:
Bwahaha! I've heard you whelps think you're real hot shots! Think you'll take a challenge from an old Adventurer like myself?
Of course you do! That's not a question I should have to ask!
Now then, I figure you'll want specifics! Well, I've gotten word of two great beasts lurking around Ashenvale. These two Nightsabers keep separate territories in the deeper woods, and the Elves say they´ve seen both haunting their old ruins. But be careful , aye? One of those beasties is bigger than the other.
Afraid that's all I can tell you! I know where the beasties are, but I won't make it too easy for you younglings! And remember, no hunt is successful without a story. I'd better hear about it after you bring me a paw from either, I might even have something nifty lying around waiting for the killer.
[[OOC note: The sabers are in two different areas of Ashenvale, and -you- need to find and kill them. One beast is of lower level for the newer characters, so you can fight both of them ingame. However, for the kill to count IC'ly, you need to post a detailed story of at least 250 words about your kill. Yes, there will be prizes.]]
Attention Visitors! Effective April 17, 2009: Our introduction template has been revamped. Please refer to this template when posting your introduction. All introductions utilizing the old system will no longer be considered.
To maintain the quality and containment of our server populace, we have reverted to our previous introduction system. We have revoked the priveledge to visitors from being able to create game accounts. We felt this was necessary to prevent potential abuse, deter anonymity within our community, and place importance upon writing proper introductions. We believe that it is paramount in respect to our server patrons, as well as reinforcing that we desire quality over quantity.
For existing visitors that have game accounts and are awaiting status upon your introductions: If your introductions have been approved, you will be moved to Peon rank, and your gameplay will remain unhindered. For those whose accounts are denied, your account will be closed in accordance to eliminating all substandard presences within our community.
As those that play on Retail still are aware, Patch 3.1 is coming out today (Tuesday). Those of you that still switch between here and Retail, be sure you that you make a copy of your WoW folder before patching up, otherwise you may not be able to reconnect to the server for several weeks unless you manage to patch back down.
For those that don't play on retail, be sure that your realmlist matches the one here on the site, and also ensure that the "Show Launcher" option on the log-in screen in the lower-left corner is unchecked.
Beat it down with a rusty spork! The only cross-faction roleplay there should be should be combat-oriented! No getting along! H/A are mortal enemies! Rawr!
Eh, I'm rather impartial either way. World of WARcraft or World of PEACEcraft; both work for me.
I believe we should be able to have peaceful cross-faction roleplay, so long as we have a fairly decent reason or backstory for the character(s) being more peaceful.
Cross-faction roleplay shouldn't be policed - we should be able to mingle with the opposing faction however we want.
I just watched a segment on the News where they recorded our school for a two and a half minute video. I was on TV! It may have been just my hair in the background and a bit of my shoulder, while someone else was talking.. But.. Yeah.
In fifteen minutes- Spur of the moment event in Stormwind, Archery contest. 20 gold First Prize Purse, 10 gold for second.,5 gold for third. Entry fees waived and payed by Editor and Chief of the Azerothian Times.
