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Nanork

Fri Oct 15, 2004 5:43 am

Is there any point in a new player buying SWG and JTL? Is it possible to start afresh as a pilot and build a char, or would it be a waste of time given that other players have over a year of credits in the bank? Thanks for all info!

Kakron21

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:03 am

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Nanork wrote:

Is there any point in a new player buying SWG and JTL? Is it possible to start afresh as a pilot and build a char, or would it be a waste of time given that other players have over a year of credits in the bank? Thanks for all info!

I'm sure it'd be possible. It doesn't take credits (I hope) to start and get your starter ship, and I'm sure there's rewards for the missions so you can build up a bank roll. Otherwise you can join a PA also and they might help you along the way.

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mkummer

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:04 am

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I dont see why you should not do that if you want. There are always differences, some ppl play more some play less. I have been away for 3 month and given most things (incl. credits) that I have got away, because I never wanted to come back. Then I got the 10 day trial played a bit and also tryed out the jtl beta (from a friend). And nowI am back go the gameto play JTL and atm I build up my fighting skills again and try to make a few credits. Its a whole new beginning and I like it. For all the millions of credits Ionce owned I mostly bought decorations for my house, nothing that realy sets me nowon a such a disatvantage that I should not play JTL, the only thing I realy miss is my old AV21.

Sybee

Eldarin

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:05 am

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Nanork wrote:

Is there any point in a new player buying SWG and JTL? Is it possible to start afresh as a pilot and build a char, or would it be a waste of time given that other players have over a year of credits in the bank? Thanks for all info!

Yeah there is. Not everyone who's played for over year (myself included) has millions of credits. All depends on how you play the game, how much time you have to make credits (for me, rl keeps me out of game a lot)...etc. Any MMORPG is going to be what you make it, so if the interest is there try it out. Besides, even new players can get credits pretty quickly in the game - so if you're concerned about that aspect of the game, don't be. You'll prob have more credits than I do in your first week of play if that's one of your goals.

As far as JTL goes, we all know that unless you buy the expansion, you cannot become a pilot. So,we will all be starting fresh in that aspect of the game. Good time to join us.

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JoNusi

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:07 am

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you may need some money, to buy the pilot profession usually new profs cost 100 credits, and Ican think it'd be much more than that,which isnt to hard to get, as you get some starter cash for completing basicassignments forthestarter profession, which you select in the character construction page. But that said, the game maybe alot easier if you have a ground based character, as its inevitable that your ship at somepoint will be destroyed, i would be a great help to have a decent character on the ground to earn that extra cash.

But when alls-said and done, you should be getting decent money from flying combat missions, so it may not be an issue. I'd still get it if I were you!

Gam8it

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:09 am

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Sorry, but your question is a little silly. Yes many players have lots of credits but that does not mean that everyone does. I know a lot of people who have lots of money, spend it, earn it, spend it .. etc etc etc....

In reality itis exactlly the same as new players to SWG without JTL, you do missions to earn money, whilst doing said missions you loot stuff which you may be able tosell and at the same time you work your way up chosen prof which enables you to do better missions and get more money and better loot.

The above applies to SWG:JTL as much as it does SWG:ED

Gawzeera

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:13 am

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there is absolutely no reason why a new player cant do that.remeber there is still loot drops in space.so you could loot something that someone else will pay a fortune for.

also every new player will get a basic ship from the pilot trainer. rebs get a Z-95, imps get a tie and neuts getthe low end hutt ship.

plus as a new character you could be a shipbuilder and i'm sure that would bring mega cash especially if you can get through it quickly enough to be able to provide new ships a few days/weeks after launch, cause i'm sure a lot of people will be waiting to see the reviews and hear what they'refriends have to say about the JTLS before they get it.

"Jedi. Their order is a fading light in the dark. corrupt and arrogant.They must be punished." - Asaj Ventress Clone wars Micro series

Nanork

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:16 am

#8

Thanks for your replies (except Gam8it)! I'm in! See you in space.

Message Edited by Nanork on 10-15-2004 06:17 AM

Gam8it

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:23 am

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Nanork wrote:

Thanks for your replies (except Gam8it)! I'm in! See you in space.

Message Edited by Nanork on 10-15-2004 06:17 AM

Sorry ... my gf just told me I am in a foul mood today so thats my only excuse, still think it was silly tho

Cobra2468

Fri Oct 15, 2004 6:52 am

#10

everyone thats played for over a year has millions of credits??? speak for yourself and perhaps share the wealth lol. ive played for 14 months and i sure as hell dont have millions of credits but then again money isnt a goal to me.

EtosG

Fri Oct 15, 2004 7:37 am

#11

It's absolutally possible

Not even slightly questionable.

Leana_Txorana

Fri Oct 15, 2004 8:04 am

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Is there any point in a new player buying SWG and JTL? Is it possible to start afresh as a pilot and build a char, or would it be a waste of time given that other players have over a year of credits in the bank?

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If your goal is ONLY to have more credit than anyone else on the server than there is probably no point in joining. If you want to play SWG/JTL and have fun then join because that is very possible. You can have fun without comparing yourself to what someone else is doing.

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Eldarin

Fri Oct 15, 2004 8:26 am

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Leana_Txorana wrote:

Is there any point in a new player buying SWG and JTL? Is it possible to start afresh as a pilot and build a char, or would it be a waste of time given that other players have over a year of credits in the bank?

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If your goal is ONLY to have more credit than anyone else on the server than there is probably no point in joining. If you want to play SWG/JTL and have fun then join because that is very possible. You can have fun without comparing yourself to what someone else is doing.

Actually, coming from UO (I quit after the AoS expansion), I can understand the original poster's concern about joining a game a year into it's release. Some games can be too restrictive with items (no sense in even trying to play the game on one level if you can't afford the uber items - pvp anyone?). Granted I still enjoyed the game without the artifacts and the castle, just as I enjoy SWG without having millions in the bank (I think I have around 300k between my characters at this point).

I do like your point tho, Leana. There simply is no way to "win" in an MMORPG. The best you can hope for is to make good in-game friends and make your own fun along the way.

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