Free Worlds - Big news

[Laithlis]

This is big indeed. I had already given up hope, but now...

I just found out that FW 1.66 was finally published yesterday. I'm currently downloading it and I'll try and find a loosely regulated server to try it on later tonight. Out main server, Hyperion RPG server hasn't yet officially announced whether or not it will change to 1.66, but knowing the conversation we've had on leaders' forum, it's pretty much certain we'll change to 1.66 as soon as possible.

If you've been a bit inactive lately or if you've been bored with FW lately, here's your chance to step up again - it's a brand new world out there to explore.

Links: FreeWorlds Development Team forum
Download at Lancers Reactor
Download at RP server site
Hyperion RPG server

[Wedge]

Well in that case, perhaps I'll dust off the ol' Freelancer disk and get 1.66. That is after I finish downloading the Empire At War demo.

[Edit] well I got the download and everything seems to be working, but unfortunately all the multiplayer servers are currently stuck with a little problem. it seems for some reason when you try to launch with your faction ship the server labels you a cheater and kicks you out. Not that it isn't fun trying to play Suicidal GoTo Bot, but until this is fixed we're not going anywhere.

[steel]

Great news indeed! Will be there starting sunday

-with or without it I was going to return anyway :p
But a new version is indeed a good thing. Although as far as I can remember they planned to mess with the GUN in it *scratches his head*

[Wedge]

Good to see you coming back, Steel. You'll be happy to know they have the problem mostly solved now. There are still a few bugs in the 1.66 system, but if you can find your way around the place is certainly large enough for everyone.

[Laithlis]

We're moving to Free Worlds RP server (http://www.freeworldsrp.net/), pretty much the successor to BurnOut's server. Information about joining the Empire:

To join the Empire, you need PM one of the following people: Spellfire, Nexa, Kayle, Telnor or Flamestrike. To ensure we get you in quickly and without fuss, please bear in mind the following:

- All new Imperials join Imperial Fleet ([IN-Fleet]) as Officer Cadets. Fleet Pilots are responsible for flying capital ships as well as escorting them with fighters/bombers. Fleet is filled with novice and veterans alike, and is the ideal place to learn about the Empire and the server in general.
- After one month's active service, you are eligible for transfer to a Line Squadron (Avenger, Wolf, Panther, Rancor or Spike), which house our heavy Fighters and Bombers. Alternatively, you may remain in Fleet and aim to secure command of a Capital Ship at some point in the future.
- New Imperials are also encouraged to join Imperial Shipping ([IN-S]). Money is vital to the continued success of the Faction and we like all of our members to try a bit of trading or mining to raise their initial funds and/or provide to the Faction's warchest.
- Please Note: If you are a current member of any of the following Factions, you may NOT join the Empire: New Republic, Sith Cult (inc. Krath), Jedi Order, Syndicate, Naboo & CSA. If you have any questions about this, just ask.

With this in mind, when you PM your request to join, we need from you:

- Whether you'd like to join Shipping (as well as Fleet)
- The names you'd like for your tag(s)
- And prior Freeworlds or Command experience.

We do not have a tag of our own on this server, though you can, if you wish to, use a prefix (i.e. [IN-S]GE_Laithlis), though it may irritate some. I'm not using one myself.

We're allowed to do discreet recruiting for the GE, but nothing big, such as recruiting threads. I suggest all recruiting attempts should be done in person, and not to total strangers. Large-scale recruiting is frowned upon.

Please direct all questions to me.

[Laithlis]

Knew I forgot something...

Download latest patch, Hotfix3