ParagonExploiter

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The past week in recap has been a whirlwind of events. The Aether made new allies, forged friendships, accepted deals and had two members join!  
As for every new member, each one will get his own custom welcome message. If I'm not able to do it, my fellow comrades will help out. By this week, I'll post a list of allies the Aether has made, hopefully Band of Outlaws will be added to the list. Great thanks to a lot of my friends on this forum for their help and support: ParagonExploiter, Cybrex, Khaymann, Lady Astrum, FrigoPorco, Cornflakes, marax27, Cosmic Dragon and my first ever friend in Dual Universe: Captain Twerkmotor. If my brothers were ever digital, it would be most of you. If I haven't mentioned your name, my apologies. You are just as important. For Aether, it's another week to grow, to learn, to socialise, to plan and to enjoy.  
We'll be expecting you as a member or an ally. For now, we will:
 
Protect. Advance. Vanquish. Explore.
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Teamwork as a foundation is always a sign of success. 
Decide to choose what works. 
That's what Trust is; 
Synergy.
 
 
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'Shoot for the stars,' they say, 'and if you miss, you'll hit the moon.' 
The Heimera Trade Xchange is a portal to distinction. 
Step up to the stars. Trust is, 
Greatness.
 
 
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What are you, the dreaded hunter or the cunning escaper?
The relentless hunt or the daring escape, 
Your call. That's what Trust is; 
Choice.
 
 
 
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Infinite possibilities are of little use without the exhilaration to explore. 
 Untold numbers of stories will come to life. 
Start yours. Trust is; 
The Thrill. 
 
 
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Congrats and best wishes to all the Alpha players of the HTX keeping the team on the Wings of Freedom
And to the shiniest new horns of the org,
Here's luck!

We extend a warm welcome to @Rainczech and UristMcKerman, the newest members of the HTX.
 
Are you feeling lost and shackled by the learning curve?
We'll show you the way out. Lead at your own pace.
Break the chain. That's what Trust is; 
Freedom. 
 
 
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This contest submission is a continuation from my previous Novawrimo entry: That Bright Dawn. 'Feels Like Pain' is much shorter and I hope to do more stories like this in the future. 
I can only hope you enjoy reading it as much as I did writing it. 
 
Kind regards, 
Vyz.
 
FeelsLikePain.pdf

Let players decide...
Dual Universe is about having mechanics that gives players the say on how they want to have the universe to work (at least their small part of it). This player agency is what makes is sandbox game so appealing.
 
The idea
If a single organization (including subsidiaries) can claim percentage of a planet or moon (say 75+% as example) that organization is marked as owning the planet on the planetary map AND that organization gets special rights to create some game changing laws for the planets surrounding space (an example could be switching direct PvP on or off for others or everyone)

Taking it one step further, if a majority of the planets in a system are claimed by the same organization (or subsidiaries), the same can be done for the system as a whole: the system is marked as belonging to that organization and the organization can set system-wide rules.
 
Which rules can can be created are left to NQ to decide, though switching on/off PvP in controlled space could be a big one.
 
Summary
Allow players to choose what “settings” they want on a planet/system they have a majority claim on. It gives a concrete mechanical goal that players could work towards to really make the game their own and territory warfare is meaningful.

Camaraderie is inherent to the value we place on each other.
You are worth much more than your weight in gold.
That's why Trust is; 
Gratitude.
 
 
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Give your dreams wings and let them take flight. 
We'll help make them a reality;
Fly with us. 
Trust is;
 
 
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Thank you!  I look forward to trading and exploring with you all.

We extend a warm welcome to @Goldnhardt, the newest member of the Heimera Trade Xchange.
 
A hallmark of our Universe is the infiniteness of possibilities it offers. 
A trademark of humanity is its keen desire to explore. 
Will you dream? Will you be brave? 
Dare to be. 
 
 
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There's an old saying: 'If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.' 
Are you in for the long haul as an industrialist, trader, hauler or elite PvP player? 
Then, there's a place for you at the HTX. 
Travel far. 
 

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Dream of stars from the safety of a campfire. Or, burn the camp, cancel your plans and set out to make your dreams reality.
It takes courage to act on big dreams. Few people are bold enough to leave the comfort zone. 
Domination isn't wishful thinking. It's a possibility.
Think big and act on it.
 
 
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The Universe is vast. Space is cold. The planets are infinite. The Heimera Trade Xchange is home to a select few. The gates are open. 
Your search ends here. 
 
 

 
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At the Heimera Trade Xchange, we know what we want. Right now, we want players that are confident in their playstyles.
Join an organisation with a clear goal and a deep sense of dignity. 
We know our worth.
Do you? 
 
 
 
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The Heimera Trade Xchange is recruiting miners and prospectors. Miners, industrialists; hauliers and escorts; traders and insiders alike are welcome. Recruitment is open. All you have to do is ask. 
 
Many thanks to @Ramsai who contributed significantly to this advert.  
 
Regards.
 
 
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A warm welcome to @Ramsai, the latest Novean to become a member of the Heimera Trade Xchange. We reckon that, with enough time, both parties will rise to greater heights. 
 
On that note, visit our OP to view the updated Forum description. 
 
What of you, Novean? Do you hope to join elite ranks of a premier Dual Universe organisation? Visit our Discord server through this link, drop a comment here, or message us to find out more. 
 
Watch the image on the OP to know when recruitment is open.
 
Regards.
 

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Man the towers. Keep the watch.  An update comes.
 

 

Dear community,
 
We’re expanding! Novaquark opens a new studio in Montreal to accelerate the development of Dual Universe!
With the hiring of Stéphane D’Astous as General Manager and 50 positions open, if you think you have the skills required (and/or know people who have them), don't hesitate to apply to join the first true Metaverse!
 

 
You can find the complete news here.
You can find the job opportunities on this page of the official website.
 
Best Regards,
The Novaquark Team.
 

Hello folks! It's one of your Directors, John Arby.
If a Director has directed you towards this, you probably thought of a "Generally Bad Idea". Depending on severity, you may find a sudden lack of will to live if you have been executed.
You may be wondering, "What is a Generally Bad Idea?"
In order to have a GBI, it must follow at least two (2) of this criteria:
 1.) It is potentially lethal to SYN's workforce. It gets upgraded to an RFBI (defined later).
 2.) It can cause undue harm to SYN's workforce or workplace.
 3.) It can cause legal problems, which can be upgraded to a "Really Fucking Bad Idea", or a RFBI for short. The acronym was purposely chosen that way because it get's the FBI to our place.
 4.) It can cause social harm, such as a revolt.
 5.) It is cost-ineffective and will cause losses.
 6.) It can cause mass-harm to the public. (Please read Section V54-Sub 7 for a definition and thresholds.)
 7.) It benefits enemies, whether directly or indirectly. Execution may follow.
 8.) It can cause unsavory public presence.
If you find a GBI, please report it to your supervisor.
 
Here's a list of things to do if you think of a GBI or a RFBI.
 1.) Don't do that idea.
 2.) Do not copulate. Doing so may result in being summarily execution for both parties.
 3.) Do report yourself to a supervisor.
This may be harsh, so please read and say aloud this sentence: "I pledge my soul to the SYNNERS, for they saved me, and I'll save others."
If you do not feel a tingling in your skull, that'd be your implant malfunctioning. Report yourself to a supervisor.
 
Have a nice day!

That would be against the NDA

NDA - non disclosure agreement
 
All content of the Pre-Alpha is under NDA.
I hope this will answer your questions ^^

 

I think the anomalies or random space species from stellaris would be good inspiration for an alien system. Ancient facilities or
 leftover debris from space battles would add some interesting exploration. Or things equivalent to space animal like crystalline entities or ancient mining drones could add some nice pve elements without having an interactive alien race. I can imagine player made missions requesting ancient defenses in a system to be disabled so mining/research could be done.