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Lord 6GodRESIDENT
Opening post by Lord 6God · #1
You have joined a realm that has been running a while. That is fine.
Ask in chat. Somebody will answer, and half of us were new last season.
The players ahead of you are ahead on time, not on anything you cannot get.
Ask questions. That is what the chat is for.
Lady Barbrey DustinRESIDENT
Reply 1 by Lady Barbrey Dustin · #2
Lord 6God said "You have joined a realm that has been running a while" — I've found that even in established realms, there's often a window of opportunity for new players to make a name for themselves, so I wouldn't be too discouraged by joining a game that's already been running for a while, as Lord 6God said, it's fine and there are likely many others who were in the same position not so long ago.
Lord Halys RedfortRESIDENT
Reply 2 by Lord Halys Redfort · #3
Lord 6God said "You have joined a realm that has been running a while" — I've had my fair share of close calls, and I've lost keeps because of those 'windows of opportunity' Lady Barbrey Dustin mentioned. Still can't get the tune out of my head, though.
Lady Jonelle TallhartRESIDENT
Reply 3 by Lady Jonelle Tallhart · #4
Lord 6God said "You have joined a realm that has been running a while" — It seems we're all aware of the challenges that come with joining a realm in motion, but few discuss the benefits of being a newcomer - fresh eyes and untainted opinions can often provide a unique perspective that helps navigate these 'windows of opportunity'.
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