Andy's MMO addiction

Author: AndyLee

Eudemon Online’s just released the images of the 5 Bosses of their new expansion lately, kinda interesting. So what do you guys think of them?

Rotten Sepulcher - Defiler
 

Frozen Burrow - Hive Queen Deborah

Lament of the Fallen - Fallen Raphael
 

Duskwolf Cliff - Pack Leader Takoma
 

Revenge of the Corrupted - Avenging Alamut
 

BTW, there is a series of prospective quests ongoing from Nov to Dec. And they are about to reach the final stage. Anybody is working on them? The following picture is the screenshot of the prospective quest V. LOL… I love it!

It is said the quests of the new expansion will combine new elements, which require more than just a high BP, but also depends on good teamwork and strategic cooperation. Sound good, doesn’t it? That’s pretty much what I’ve learned so far. It’s supposed to be fun. what do u think? Wait to hear ur comments!
 

1. Hottest Fanart

A mysterious archer is sniping his/her opponent. Presented by MStudios from BabyIcey.

Awesome ninja! By SashaYJ from Dark. Below is her intro of her work:
This picture was for my boyfriend Jeppy (breakingbones) for a grats on his second rb =). This Picture was created by me ~KG~SORA (Sasha Jones)

Classic CO will revive on Nov 18 and many old players can't wait to relive their glory days. This is a piece of Classic CO fanart by Kiinho.O from Water.

Another fabulous work by Kiinho.O. A Trojan and a Fire-taoist are about to start a duel. Who will survive after the cruel battle?

2. Hottest Beauties

"watchout im comin to kill ya..."

Cutie Sandra2468 from Strom

[?AiNB?wcOtToNCanDy] from Dream. Her intro indicated she is a bold girl:
"Blue highlights xD && Here is myspace. Add me? (: http://www.myspace.com/x0kiki_silently_screams0x Bite me haters xDD"

pri~pequena from Centaur. Sweet smile and nice tattoo.

3. Hottest Screenshots

The 4th Super Guild War came to an end on Nov 15. Did your guild win the glorious gold prize?

Let's parade for the victory!

Goodbye, see you next Super Guild War.

I just read this Conquer Player Interview, in which the interviewee has 13 family members playing an MMO, Conquer Online, together. I have been playing the game for a few years, and heard such instances from time to time. Parents start to play the game to keep an eye on their young kids, but they get themselves addicted and introduce the game to other family members.

Usually family games are stereotyped as casual games, such as chess, cards, and rhythm-action games; not exactly combat-focused games. However, Conquer Online is famous for its PvP-oriented gameplay, in which you can PK other players in most maps. So I am wondering how Conquer could have become a family MMO?

First of all - easy to play
To be a family MMO, it has to be easy to pick up. You might be a hardcore player and have years of gaming experience, but it is really complicated for house-wife moms or 8-year-old kids to master classic D&D rules. Conquer has the most common features for a fantasy MMO, which an MMO newbie, like Mom and Dad, can easily adapt to.

Secondly – good for kids
To be a family MMO, it doesn’t mean that the game has to be a fairy-tale-like world. However, a game filled with half-naked female characters won’t be favored by parents. Compared to the average Korean counterpart, Conquer doesn’t have any of the more “sexy” female characters running around in the game. On the contrary, you experience beauty in the form of the classic Chinese art-style. Conquer is a PvP-oriented MMO. However, thanks to its older 2.5D graphic engine, it doesn’t contain detailed scenes of violence, either.

Last but not least – family member interaction
To be a family MMO, it has to provide a close interactive environment between those family members, so that parents, kids and other relatives can stick together during their adventures. In Conquer, various interaction systems can help family members who are playing the game together to level up and complete different kinds of quest. In the Guild War, you can even fight a battle royal with your parents or kids! Isn’t that exciting?

So do you have the experience that playing an MMO with your family? What is your opinion about family MMOs?
 

After the release of the Raiding Clans expansion in July, Conquer Online will have another major update on October 28, which will bring players more intense conflicts in the world of mythological ancient China.

The most critical update will be the brand-new Martial Arsenal feature for the guild system. Each guild will have 8 Martial Arsenals which can be updated by the registration of the high ranking gear from the guild members. When one Martial Arsenal has received enough through the Arsenal Donation, its sealed prowess will be unleashed and all the members of the guild will receive different levels of privilege according to their positions in the guild hierarchy.

Along with the Martial Depot, the Conquer Arena and Couples PK Tournament will be launched, in which you can engage in a gladiatorial duel anytime, or challenge other couples with your beloved.

Amass legendary weapons, Unseal the prowess of the Martial Arsenal!

Official Site - co.91.com

The PvP system is the soul of Conquer Online. Now, the horns are being sounded for the coming of the Super Guild War. From Oct 17 to Nov 15, you will be able to stand side-by-side with your guild-mates to confront the challenge from opponent guilds in a series of epic battles. For the winning guilds, fame, bounteous CPs and the Lord Token will be your rewards.

Meanwhile, a call to arms event is being hosted for players to summon back their old guildmates. You might win a chance to gain 430 CPs on the Event Page. Exiled veterans, your guilds need you now. Old friends are waiting for your return in Conquer, and to create new resplendence together.

Let your blood boil again on the battlefield of the Super Guild War!

1. Kungfu Tutorial Event

On Sep 8th, we released a CO Kung-Fu Tutorial for the community. Below is a video presented by a brave player for the Kungfu Practice Contest.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1xJLD4qJgM

2. Chinese Ghost Festival Quest

The 2009 Chinese Ghost Festival Quest has begun from Sep 12th. Chinese legend say that during the Ghost Month the gate to hell is opened at midnight, and ghosts swarm into the world of the living in search of food and money. It seemed a poor player has become possessed by an evil spirit...

3. Best Screenshot

A desperate last stand during Guild War.

4. Hottest player photo

A cute player from Gryphon server got 3749 views and 39 bumps in a week :)

5. Coolest Fan Art

An awesome hand drawn picture of a Trojan by a player from SnowWhite

As the war with the Othello rages on, the Alliance has developed brand-new Fused Units to use against their powerful enemies! This new batch of 8 fused units is ready to be rolled out to bolster the Alliance's arsenal. The elite pilots of the Alliance will be selected to captain these mighty robots to do battle across the galaxy!

Pilots, get yourselves prepared for the next great evolution in warfare!

have a look at these supreme robots on Youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZMGnpgfA5g

Official Site: http://zo.91.com

The CO Hand Drawn Section has been updated with new, wonderful hand drawn art from some of our talented players. If you are interested in drawing, and want to become a part of our gallery, just submit your hand drawn artwork here!

The Mount system has become an essential feature for most MMOs in today’s market. Conquer Online, a renowned Chinese style MMO, has also introduced its own mount system in the latest expansion - Raiding Clans. Players can breed various types of mounts and ride them headlong through the vast continents of mythological ancient China. So what can these trusty mounts do for you in this virtual MMO universe? Below I would like to list a few instances.

1. Allow you to visit some rural places

Travelling in the vast world of an MMO, it is tiring to just depend on your bare feet. However, with a vigorous steed, you can cruise on the continent and access some truly splendid landscapes that few people have seen before.

2. Help you escape from vicious enemies

Encountering various monsters is part of everyday life in an MMO. When you are trapped by a flock of frantic apes during an adventure, don’t be scared. Just summon your trusty steed! They will help their master retreat safely from the dangerous region.

3. Create romantic scenarios for masters

When you are chasing a girl (or guy, for you ladies), a gorgeous mount could be equal to a brand new Ferrari in real life. Imagine you and you lover riding to the summit of a mountain together under the shiny moonlight. How romantic!

4. The symbol of your statue

In a fantasy MMO, mounts are not merely a transportation tool. On the contrary, mounts are the symbols of a players’ status in game. From mounts, you can easily distinguish low-ranked newbies and experienced veterans.

5. Show off the power of your guild

Compared to a lone rider, a whole cavalry of warriors is much more menacing! Through a horse riding parade, a guild can demonstrate its dominative power to the whole player community!
 

Conquer Online will release Raiding Clans Expansion on the date of July 16th, 2009! The Raiding Clans will bring several major new features to this renowned MMO, including mounts, a Clan System, a new map...It’s the time to saddle up for the journey to the uncharted realm.

Mount System
The loyal steeds will accompany their masters as they journey across the vast continent of the Middle Kingdom. A distinguished steed will not only glorify your profile, but more importantly, will help you with the rare attributes to dominate the world of Conquer Online.

New Map – Frozen Grotto
There will also be a new region emerging in the Raiding Clans expansion – the Frozen Grotto. In this dark and frozen underground world, ancient demons are waking up from the thousand-year sleep. These hungry monsters are longing for fresh blood to warm their frozen bodies. Meanwhile, this dangerous dungeon is also an ideal place for the top adventurers to enhance their power and chase down some epic treasures.

Clan System
The Clan System will allow adventurers to set up their exclusive inner circles and share the privileges of clan membership. Clan members will have an exclusive chat channel to share their secrets and strategies. During the conflict, clan members can receive bonus battle power and defense which can grant them an overwhelming advantage.