recently i asked in all innocence when would 1.8 be launched. I hardly expected the cascade of responces and have posted a reply for all to read at the end of that post .I have repeated it here (below).
I know nothing of the politics of running cf nor any issues affecting it. However it really worries me that a sense of community is being lost. This is a game enjoy it for what it is. It is not about egos. By all means get into your roles but remember thats all they are. Part of the game. The game must come first. This means All of the community & not just your faction, your characters, your position. We as a community need to attract more players. to do so we need to act responsibly to all.
what did i start?
I ask a totally innocent question and seem to start a debate about something else.
I enjoy crossfire. I have had no problems with any characters I've met in fact most have been really helpful especially early on when I had just joined CF and had my doubts about it. CF is my first online rp game and it has been a positive experience to date. Patience and a willingness to communicate are key points to develop in the game. Progress up the levels can be slow. It may be helpful if more people explained to newcomers a little about how to progress. even how to communicate etc. It took me several sessions to realise how to use the chat command.
CF is a great mod and obviously is the result of a huge amount of time and effort. I respect the effort and skill in producing the mod. They are skills which I don't unfortunately share.
I have recently felt confident enough to join in some of the server events which have been exciting and fun. They have made me feel more a part of a community. It would be a shame if all the effort and general goodwill was lost due to a few innopportune and possibly hasty comments. I would ask that people think first and act second.
finally a plea 'i bear nobody any a grudge and mean no offence' but some of us need to do a little growing up. You are responsible for your deeds and actions. I would hate to lose the opportunity of experiencing the CF upgrade because of what has gone before, is ongoing or may be to come.
Op remember the majority of players support you in your efforts to provide a good experience in what is after all JUST A GAME !!! AND IS MEANT FOR ENJOYMENT.
EVERYTHING ELSE MUST COME SECOND TO THAT.
