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Reply to Another Giant Has Passed in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

We shall not see his like again. RIP Arthur C. Clarke

Reply to Long Live STARDOCK/FROGBOY and IC/the FRASER BROS. !! in Sins of a Solar Empire Sins Forums

Here Here! A great game from great developers!

Reply to My responses to Frogboy's comments on balance and intentions. in Sins of a Solar Empire Sins Forums

I just want to say that Frogboy and Stardock did a tremendous job with Galciv 1, they're doing a great job with Galciv 2 and its expansions. As far as I can tell, Frogboy has always welcomed good, constructive suggestions for the game. And he deserves nothing less than that. Honestly guys, I find Sins to be a great game, a fun game, and I'm positive Frogboy will do his best to improve it and make it the best possible Sins. Let's give him time to do that. And let's appreciate his efforts by being

Reply to Pirates: What the frick? in Sins of a Solar Empire Sins Forums

I've experienced the same thing as Astralrunner. There I am, having decimated the pirate defenses,, blasted everything in sight, when lo and behold here comes a full-fledged pirate attack. Of course, it could be fictionally suspected that this fleet was off partying and getting laid at some nearby brothel planet and were suddenly called back. If that's the case they should get an attack bonus for being ticked off and interrupted. That's how pirates are. But then again, considering the

Reply to Problems with 0.96a[b].006 in Beta Reports GalCiv2 Forums

Anyone know what it does? Thanks Stardock anyway!

Reply to Insufficient Fleet Capacity!? Argggg! in Sins of a Solar Empire Sins Forums

Could some of the more advanced and intelligent players, :) , tell us what level of fleet logics it takes to get that precious second capital ship? I've been working on that but usually get beaten before I can get it. (And I really need it now!)

Reply to pirates are 18th century gay in Single Player Sins Forums

"gay... merry: full of light-heartedness and merriment (dated) carefree: having or showing a carefree spirit (dated) debauched: leading a debauched or dissolute life (dated) [13th century. This is the kind of silly, quibling limit testing we see in children from 4 to 12 years old. There's no way any intelligent adult would interpret the original slur as anything more than the pathetic whining of a poorly raised, ignorant, and patheti

Reply to pirates are 18th century gay in Single Player Sins Forums

"Pirates are gay." This is hate mongering no matter what excuses some of you make. If you want to discuss the game, then discuss the game. If you want to slam other people because of their life style then toddle over to the Aryan Nations site or Rush Limbaugh and have your juvenile fun. Let's just enjoy a great game here without the hate crimes. Moderators, please delete these posts.

Reply to Armageddon Empires in Galactic Civilizations II GalCiv2 Forums

no hostseat support. It's pure human against AI. The AI is remarkably good,however.

Armageddon Empires in Galactic Civilizations II GalCiv2 Forums

Hiya, While I still enjoy all the Galcivs and am eagerly awaiting the full release of TA and Sins of a Solar Empire, I've come across an excellent turn based strategy game from Cryptic Comet. Armageddon Empires is very much like the old hex-board games with some nifty card units thrown in. It recieved a great review over at The Wargamer, and was developed by a independent developer. I tried the demo and had to buy it (30 bucks). Check it out if such things interest you. <

Reply to Civ4 and GalCiv2. A match made in heaven! in Galactic Civilizations II GalCiv2 Forums

The new Civ4 expansion already contains a scenario Final Frontier that turns Civ into a sort of GalCiv lite. I imagine these suggestions would be possible.

Reply to Your ideas for the next update! in Dark Avatar GalCiv2 Forums

Lots of great ideas here. And it's great, of course, that it's for a company that actually wants and will use some of the feedback. Anyone mention Carriers?

Reply to Clarion SF writers' workship moves to UC San Diego in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

Short shorts are indeed a very marketable and very effective way to develop their craft. I'll certainly agree that writing in several genres is certainly the way to go. I write about what interests me so I'm all over the irrealism (love that word) spectrum. I very seldom write mainstream as I just don't find the every day world all that intriguing. Novelettes are generally a difficult, though not impossible sell. However, I've often found that the story will dictate its own length. T

Reply to Clarion SF writers' workship moves to UC San Diego in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

Well, I'll stick with my opinion. There's a bit more to the novel than there is to the short story. Success in either involves more than simple basic skills. A successful novel involves a high quality of prose, pacing, characterization, story arc, and a good deal of originality. The most effective way to develop those things is through short stories. They allow for more immediate feedback for one thing, and allow for greater experimentation in all qualities. It's a tremendous wast

Reply to Clarion SF writers' workship moves to UC San Diego in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

Okay then, Sounds like (to me at least) that you would have an excellent chance. I hope, that if you're so inclined and motivated, that you apply as I think you'll appreciate the experience. Good luck if you do! joem

Reply to Clarion SF writers' workship moves to UC San Diego in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

I "think" you could submit the fantasy-esque piece and my feeling is that it would be well received on its own qualities. However, I found it advantageous to submit material in the genre. I found the experience well worth it. A lesson both in what constitutes speculative fiction, and the nuts and bolts of writing as a professional. I also have to say that I'm tremendously skeptical about writers who haven't demonstrated the ability to produce short fiction before going on to longer works. That

Reply to Clarion SF writers' workship moves to UC San Diego in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

I was rather surprised to find this particular topic on this particular board. Although, considering the depth of DA and the quality of the SF experience it provides, I suppose I shouldn't be. Are any of you Clarion Grads? Of either Clarion? Simply interested in going? Just wondering. Joe Murphy Clarion East 2000 Clarion West 1995

Reply to No one actully answered the bloody question!! in Metaverse GalCiv2 Forums

Well, it's certainly good to have a rank of any sort. Or a medal of any sort. I wish I had one of either. Guess I'll go look on Ebay and see if I can buy one. That's probably the only way I'll ever get it. Good luck to you, Shadowmaster. And good luck with your galactic career.

Reply to What th hell does that mean??? in Metaverse GalCiv2 Forums

I'm not a christian fundamenatlist. I'm neither christian, nor a fundamentalist of any sort. I do happen to be american, but I've been at odds with our goverment for over thirty-five years, and I certainly don't condone our government's reprehensible behavior. However, I am truly and utterly sorry that you are sad. Sadness haunts me so.

Reply to What th hell does that mean??? in Metaverse GalCiv2 Forums

I haven't imposed anything here. I've simply made my point of view known. As far as doing as I say instead of doing as I do, well, I've done as I said. I've refrained from any sort of profanity even with those who can't seem to understand anything more than four letter words. The question in the original post was answered long ago but many others seem determined to confuse free speech with rude language. The point I will continue to make is that good manners and appropriate language do

Reply to What th hell does that mean??? in Metaverse GalCiv2 Forums

Why should politeness, courtesy, and intelligent discourse be considered and "ideal" instead of the "normal" way to discuss an issue? I've met Aussies who are well able to control their language and can carry on a conversation without offensive behavior. It's the rude and ignorant among us who seem to want to impose their own offensive behavior on others rather than the other way around. One thing is certain, a "Spaceman" or "Ensign" will certainly want to choose their own words more ca

Reply to What th hell does that mean??? in Metaverse GalCiv2 Forums

Hell might be fictional to some of us. But not neccessarily everyone. However 13 does seem to be the most likely age of many of the members, especially some who feels that age, not manners, not appropriate language, gives them reason to swear at any mild annoyance. My problem isn't with swearing, however. It's just that it should be reserved for a good reason, not simply for general purpose communication. It doesn't matter then if it's hell or any other word. Use it for emotional empha

Reply to What th hell does that mean??? in Metaverse GalCiv2 Forums

"Hell" is a swear word when used as Shadowmaster used it. Nor was it a question that called for it. It's a sad fact that everyday people seem to think profanity is appropriate for every mild annoyance or inconvienence. They over use profanity until in their own ignorance they think it's a normal part of speech. We should all be better than that. Save it for when it matters and in the meantime try to learn to express yourself in an intelligent and appropriate manner.

Reply to Release 1.3! in Galactic Civilizations II GalCiv2 Forums

WELEASE WOGER!!!

Reply to strange Opera/Galciv website bug in Off-Topic GalCiv2 Forums

the voting buttons themselves have vanished. the poll is there but there's simply no way to vote. the strange thing is that I used to could vote. Now I have to switch to firefox to vote.