For a FTP product this game has a lot of very exciting features. Well done devs hats off to you. The Esper/invigorator feature is quite simply genius. Ive played well over 50 mmos in the last 9 years or so and this has some wonderful depth and content, really impressed so far. I am enjoying Jade Dynasty far more than a lot of the big guns that many of us have played, no need to name names and start a flame war. Many of the games i elude at i found to be wanting in many areas, some being completely void of flare and origionality, something that Jade Dynasty has in bucket loads, the meditate, dream and invigorator feature are so well implemented.
Anyhow i will happily recommend Jade Dynasty, the truth is as a FTP if you give it the time it deserves to open up and reveal itself to you, there is nothing to lose by trying it. One word of warning, allow yourself to at least give it 25+ hours, quite simply to appreciate the unique features and learn how to best utilise them in the game.
Those unfamiliar with some of the games features, here are a sample.
General Features
Leveling Tools -- Players can Meditate while online and gain experience every 60 seconds, closely related to that is the Dream feature, while offline players can be dreaming and gaining experience and lastly the Invigorator will allow players to setup spells, heal their characters and attack mobs automatically!
Unique Character Progression -- Players begin as Paladin and once proven worthy, select from 5 different factions, each offer their own unique set of skills and game mechanics for countless customization possibilities.
Navigation System -- Players will no longer be confused about where to go or what monsters to kill. Quests will have a link which will allow players to click and automatically navigate to their quest objectives. In addition, a click anywhere will route a player there automatically.
Alliance System -- Create a mighty army and level up, to earn special skills and items. Ally with other Alliances and engage in Fort Battles or Battlegrounds to defeat your foes.
Pets -- Pets can be found in the wild or purchased to fight alongside a player and provide that extra edge in battle. Pets grow, learn new skills and eventually “go to heaven,” leaving an incredible reward.
Crafting -- Gather the right materials and obtain special training to create armor and weapons.
Weapon and Armor Upgrading -- Increase statistics and even modify the look of gear. This system allows players to fine tune the functionality of their equipment, and at the same time, further customize their character’s look.
Flying Weapons -- In traditional Chinese martial art myths, flying upon a sword is the ultimate sign of a powerful warrior. Jade Dynasty brings this fantasy to life.
Player versus Player Combat -- Fight for honor and rewards with intense Worldwide Player versus Player (PvP) battles.
Fort Battles -- Engage in daily fort battles where Alliances defend or attack. Spawn titans to battle, construct defensive or offensive buildings and complete the objectives to reap the benefits of victory.
Marriage -- A complete marriage system where a male and female can attempt to prove themselves worthy of each other’s love and earn romance skills.
Mounts -- A huge selection of mounts, including flying mounts which will allow players to soar, and take their friends along for the ride.
Dungeons -- Explore numerous dungeons and defeat the foes from within to gain high quality items.
New Quest System -- Leveling with quests is as entertaining as ever; choose various quest types to level by
