Been gaming since the early 90’s but this is my first ever MMO. I’ve been surprised at the social interaction in this type of game. I was expecting helpful people, good interaction, spontaneous group forming etc. Even roleplaying. What I see a lot is people rushing around, running from exp opportunity to exp opportunity ignoring everyone and everything else. Other players just seem hyperactive to me. I sometimes get invited to parties, but I don’t see the point anymore. They don’t want to chat, they don’t want to co-ordinate, they just want you to tag mindlessly along while they rush from ore node to ore node shooting everything they see in the face!
So this thread really gives me hope. This is what I thought MMO’s were about. Acknowledging that there are other people in the game world with you, helping them out and getting helped in return. And I can safely say it’s not just the newbies that need help. I’m close to level 80 and I still appreciate tips, nice comments and help in fights. The first time I entered a dungeon I didn’t even know it was one! I stumbled in and ended up kiting this huge golem while my attacks did a pathetic amounts of damage. After a couple of deaths I just gave up an left. A few pointers from more experienced gamers would have been great!
I do try to help others as best I can, but it mostly amounts to reviving, helping out in fights when I see people with low health and saying “good job all” after group efforts. I’d like to find more ways I can contribute to building a more helpful, interacting and welcoming community.
