aenene — April 24th, 2007, 03:44 PM
The info contained will be an ever expanding FAQ to help answer many of the questions that arise as a sub-element of player housing. The images contained in this FAQ were taken by myself, using the Default UI as of April 23, 2007. Extra Credit goes to all those on the VGC forums who have contributed, discovered and confirmed all of the following data. Click on the thumbs to see the larger version.
Updated: May 15th, 2007 -
*We are at the limit for images, so only links for now
Plots:
Q: How much do plots cost?
A: Plots cost 2.5g, 10g and 30g each. After the initial purchase cost there is a weekly upkeep cost associated with the plot. The prices are as follows:
2.5g = 25s per week
10g = 60s per week
30g = 90s per week
Q: How many plots can I have?
A: There is a 1 plot per account (not character), per server limit. The skill info updates just like the normal Recall, with the loc and info for your specific plot.
http://eternalsaga.sidix007.net/phot...ouseRecall.jpg
Q: When do I get my new ability to recall to house?
A: The "Recall to House" ability is granted to all characters on your account as soon as you purchase your plot.
Q: Does the "Recall to House" ability replace or work off the same refresh timer as our normal Recall skill?
A: No, each skill is independent of the other.
Q: Where can I find a plot?
A: For a WIP (work in progress) map of each continent, including pricing, http://www.vanguardcrafters.com/forum/showthread.php?t=23042 (thanks to Thalantyr and Unicornslady and all others who contributed info to fill in any holes).
Q: Can I trade/sell a plot to someone?
A: No.
Q: What do I do if I want to get rid of my plot?
A:To relinquish ownership of your plot, you inspect your plot to open up the Player Housing Information screen. Then under General, click on the "Abandom Plot" button.(See image below for window).
Q: How do I pay my upkeep?
A: Under the General tab of the Player Housing Information window you enter in the ammount of money you would like to add to your Upkeep Balance. Works similar to Trade window, where you type in ammount, then click the "Deposite Upkeep" button.
Q: Can other people access my house?
A: Yes, you can set permissions to your home in the Permissions Window.
Q: Can I use my Player House as a make-shift Guild Hall?
A: Short Answer: Yes!
Long Answer: According to "Vanguard Build 1814 Patch Notes 4/18/2007 – TEST SERVER" Patch Notes;
- A player building can now be designated as the "Guild Headquarters". This will give all guild members basic access to the building. This flag can only be changed once every
24 hours. Only one player building can be the guild headquarters at a time.
- The "Guild Headquarters" designation can only be set by the owner of the house. The owner must be in a guild and the guild leader must be present in the same zone to confirm the action.
- When a player building is designated as the "Guild Headquarters" or when the designation is removed, all plot permissions will be deleted.
Q: What materials do I need for X, Y or Z home?
A: The materials needed are contained on the Construction Tab => Building Information after selecting a type of house from the list on the same tab.
Q: What type of house can I have on my plot?
A: For plot specific info, it can be found on the Building Tab when inspecting the plot.
Q: Can I Build a Thestran House on Kojan?
A: No, you may only build the continental house on the same continent. IE: Thestran 2Story on Thestra, Kojani 2Story Plus Red on Kojan etc.
Q: Who can add building materials to your plot?
A: Special Permissions need to be set to allow a certain character other then your own to add building materials to your build.
Q: How do I add building materials to my plot once I select the type of house I want to build?
A: Player Housing Information window => Contruction tab. Once in the Building Information area (located by hitting the right button on the Construction tab), it will show where you stand with each item for your house. Clicking on the + next to the item name will bring up an area that shows what you have in your current inventory that can be used. Then just click to add, and you will automatically add the entire ammount up to how many it needs. It will not put 23 mortar for instance, if the building only requires 22.
Q: What happens when there is no money in my upkeep and 'rent' is due?
A: At least for the first week, you will show a negative balance for upkeep in your plot information window. Any money you put into your home will automatically be added to this negative balance until the balance is no longer "in the red". As unconfirmed - 2 weeks of leiway until your plot goes byebye and your stuff goes to the Escow Merchant.
http://eternalsaga.sidix007.net/phot...se-Upkeep1.jpg
Guild HQ Info:
Q: Does my house need to be complete to be Designated the Guild HQ?
A: No! Just make sure the Guild Leader is in the zone to accept the pop-up window confirmation.
Q: My guild has more then 1 leader. Do they all need to be present?
A: No. (our guild has 2 GL's, and only 1 was present during the designation. They were the creator of the guild however and the part this could play is unknown atm.)
Q: Do all my characters get the "Recall to Guild Headquarters" skill?
A: Only members (rank non-specific) of the guild get the skill.
Q: What's this "Recall to Guild Headquarters" skill all about?
A: The skill is just like the other recalls, resides in the same place, uses its own timer, and is granted immediately upon either guild joining, or HQ designation to all the guilds members.
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More coming soon, including addition of House FAQ as well. Please continue to add more infomation and ill update this!