Shard Updates

We used to post a preview of what systems were coming or what changes might be made, but then players would ask a ton of questions and start posting opinions about every detail to the point of distraction.  I like to inform the players about all the exciting things to come, but we have to switch directions every month based on real life, unforseen issues, exploits and many other variables.  I like to under promise and over deliver as not to disappoint anyone.  FYI we do add new content every Friday!

As an example, we have hinted at changing many systems for a year, but everyone is holding our feet to the fire and asking us when every month...

I would love to wave my magic wand and make it happen today, but changing that system is quite complicated and mixed in with the taming/breeding system.  It effects many other scripts, so I like to collect ideas, scripts and test completely before we add to a live shard with a large population. 

It takes a lot of planning, money, and a free schedule to tackle this giant project.  I also have to consider our budget and determine if this is a priority for all the players or just a few players to justify the expenditure.  We have a dynamic to-do list that is prioritized each month and we try to do as much as possible each week

We do post a weekly Development log on the forums and wiki every Friday if you want to follow updates

Hope this clears up the madness behind the process:)