Posts by Faaby

  • In-game map system

    I was wondering if there would be a way in the future to try
    to implement a "whole" universe map in game?


    Browsing systems in Sirius is easy, but finding one in Altair/IC/Dk is
    a pain for me, having to move one system to another one by clicking
    on JG/JH (or am I missing something?)


    I do not know if it is doable or "core freelancer code" thingy, or if has been
    discussed already (could not find anything about it), but this may be a
    possible idea... in case...


    Thank you Swat_OP in any case :)

  • SA Monopoly Reviewed

    I think (correct me if wrong) that the main idea of this monopoly "conflict" with PX,
    is not to "order" anything to anyone, but to develop the idea that on a strict RP
    view why not "compete" for some goods instead of all remaining with our own monopoly list ?


    I see this as a very interesting RP opportunity - That is if it can remain in "cordial" competition,
    and not necessarily starting (flame) wars. We shall see...


    I do not think anyone should claim "owning" a certain commodity if not fighting for it?


    But this is more of a personal monopoly "philosophy" that should rather be discussed in the
    "monopoly" topics than here.

  • Silver Arrows Server Roleplay

    Quote from Gunny

    Now Michael can decide what to do with SA, but as for me, I will decide what to do with criminals......push'em right out of the airlock.

    You must admit it is quite unclear for SA to face 2 different lines of actions from CFPD.


    As Head of Justice and Investigations Department in Silver Arrows, I would appreciate
    an "official" position from the CFPD clan, so we may be able to take proper action and
    having this issue resolved.
    (Unless this is already being discussed on leader boards, in which case I will wait for
    results)



    Thank you.

  • Why am I being asked to explain myself??

    Quote from Zoolamon

    As I was flying thru Leeds on my way to Sol I was asked to explain why I own/fly a Redemption VHF by an SA player. What does it matter what ship I fly?? And you know who you are if you read this, who are you to be hassling me anyway, if I may ask that is. I'm not here to tread on anyone's toes but the game is called "FREE" Lancer, so I believe I am entitled to play as I please as long as it's with in the rules, yes? and I'm not troubling anyone else.

    Crossfire is a "RP" mod. Clans have their own system in which they are entittled to set specific rules.


    The Redemption can be found in one of those "owned" systems by "CFPD", which has rules regarding passing and trading rights.
    Of course, you are free to break those rules, but you have to face possible "retaliations" from CFPD for doing so.


    SA having different agreements with CFPD, we may also report to CFPD illegal activities.
    (This is of course RP - you are not going to be banished or something for this, but may be hunted down by CFPD,
    although as far as I know, you may also be "cheered" and greeted as a hero from pirate factions :p... it is a RP choice)


    Regarding this matter, I invite you to read more about clan systems rules on those boards :)

  • SA new Head of Justice and Investigations Department

    SA new Head of Justice and Investigations Department



    The SAC is thrilled to announce that former Lieutenant Élodie Vox has been promoted to the rank of Captain ! Lady Vox has been nominated to take Admiral Camille Vettel's place at the direction of the Department of Justice and Investigations. She will be overseeing discipline amongst the ranks and ensure everyone follows the rules of our organization and those of the community (server rules). With a growing group of pilots, following discipline closely and guiding the newest officers will be the key to keep the Silver Arrows reputation high around Sirius.

    In an official recommendation to the SAC High Council, Captain Martind Forlon wrote : "She work very hard all the time and I really appreciate her work. I think that she is also very good candidate for a Captain post and head of Department of Justice and Investigations". In response to this recommendation, Fleet Admiral Thomas plainly replied with "gladly", obviously thinking this promotion as absolutely deserved.

    In addition, the newest SA Captain will be given command of a the new Lambda Wing of which details should be announced soon.
    ______________________________________________________________________________________

    "As the new head of Justice and Investigations Department, I would like to take this opportunity to encourage the freelancer crossfire community to contact me (online or through PM), should any issue with any Silver Arrows member be reported, so the matter may be discussed.

    I intend to make sure server rules (as well as internal Silver Arrows ones) are respected by all members, as Silver Arrows clan has greatly increased in numbers lately. Respect and honor are two values dear to SA, and it will be my duty to make sure they remain intact. Investigations may be ran for any suspicious activity, and discipline actions taken should any rule violation be found.

    I may also be available for discussion regarding any matter concerning Silver Arrows clan, and refer to High Command should it be necessary. Sincerely,



    _ -Captain Elodie Vox- _
    Head of Justice and Investigation Department


  • Automatic vs Manual transmission.

    It all comes down to one thing: What do you use your car for?


    1/ to go from point A to point B?
    This can suit:


    2/ to have fun?
    This can suit:


    3/ to make people believe your a great pilot headed for the grocery store
    This can suit:


    4/ to just be able to spend your billions and show off
    This can suit:


    5/ You happen to be Spiky :girl_haha:
    This may suit:



    But heck if I can figure out what this one is for!

  • Automatic vs Manual transmission.

    99% of cars have manual shifts in France too... Auto is a quite expensive option here (the exact opposite of US hehe).


    I am no mecanician, but having tried both types, I have the feeling you get much more response using manual
    (drop down one gear for quick acceleration)which makes passing easier on short distances, and you can save on breaking disks
    decreasing gears to slow down.
    It offers more driving styles in any case I think.


    Although I must admit auto shifting is more comfortable (specially on highways), you may need more horsepower to be able to
    correctly accelerate at any speed? needs to be confirmed as I am not sure... But if so it sure makes insurrance companies happy here lol

  • Role play

    ... or stop complaining about lack of RP if each time something happens it starts a 10 pages flaming thread
    ending with a "I-have-a-bigger-one-than-you" contest...


    This is ridiculous, and really does not help improving anything regarding game experience.
    If you want to bash on someone do it in game... with guns!

  • Role play

    I would think most clans are roleplaying already, and that it is up to them (us) if they
    feel that is not enough, by enforcing or creating some of their own rules (that would show
    good examples to others).


    Recalling my own experience when starting MP, I was unsure at first what license to pick up
    as I did not really know what it really implied in terms of roleplay (for instance, what is exactely
    the role of a smuggler, and what kind of relationship you are supposed to have with different RP
    styles)... I have learned about that reading the boards, and it takes some time to really figure out
    what you want to use as RP...
    Those days we have many newcomers, and it seems normal to me to give all the new freelancers
    some time to let them choose their own path.... But we have to provide the information they need.


    Now about the pirate/tax problem, I think the problem is simple - but the solution is not - as it comes
    from people's nature.
    It is sad to say but people do not like to be interrupted in their little "business"... They spend hours doing
    trading, but if someone dares challenging the "trader" by taxing or even killing,first they will be pissed off
    because they have lost 10 minutes worth of trading (now this is a really sadreaction to me), and second
    they tend take the attack personally hence starting a "flaming war".


    People need to understand this is an online MP game... whatever you choose to do implies risks...
    whatever license you choose implies running into player ennemies (might as well remain in SP if not
    liking it)... and more than that you need to stop thinking your day is screwed because you lost some
    damn money in a squirmish that puts you late on your master plan schedule to be level100!
    There are so many other more interesting things to do... It is up to your imagination as some other
    people already mentioned...
    Also... About running into troubles and facing them instead of bragging and flaming around... some
    people call it... life!


    Note: those problems never occur in Arena when a pirate kills a cop or vice versa... So I naturally
    think it is just a problem related with money (and greed?)


    This ends my presentation, thank you :girl_smile:

  • Smuggler Hunt

    Ahhh that seems more complex than I thought...
    I always had in mind somehow the idea that hunters just waited at the last jumphole/gate,
    and "raped" the smuggler when entering the system... and it did not sound very interesting to me
    that way... Maybe I have to reconsider it...