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How???
 

yeah, IK - that's white.....urgh

"Interesting options you brought up there. I can't speak for the developers, but in my opinion, fixed destination stargates are the thing.
 
For one, let's look at how stargates are deployed. Destination A is where probe number one launches from. Destination B is where probe number one becomes the light of the tunnel. To justify 'dialling' stargates,
probe number one needs to be able to do the job of the hypothetical probe number two. That means making probes re-usable.i.e Probe number one serves as an anchor, tunnel point one, tunnel point two, tunnel point three, et cetera. You network stargates by finding some way to connect them, or 'grouping' them. For example, Stargates A, B, C and D belong to Group Alpha; Stargates E, F, G, and H belong to Group Beta. Then you have the obvious problem of setting the connecting link(s) for Group Alpha and Group Beta. Mix size restrictions in there and possible logistics of network topology and you've got your work cut out for you. In 'dialling's' defence, I don't know anyone that prefers 'point-to-point' topology (direct access - or fixed in your case here) to mesh (dialling Stargates or a case in which every Stargate is connected to another) network topology. Obviously, allowing any Stargate to dial another is something that makes Stargates more at home in Star Trek and Doctor Who as magical teleportation devices but in this case, good ol' ale is better than the synthetic protein shakes they serve these days. In other words, 'fixed point' is a tried and proven design. Make it hybrid because we'll be playing in a civilisation 500 years into the future, and you have a Stargate that has a fixed end and two or three points. 
 
You know where it leads, you know where it ends. Dialling Stargates makes it easier for our dear small scale newbie hauliers and truckers, but if I can pass through a zillion territories without changing bus, why not just make one big country instead? 'Fixed point' does three things for us:
It provides the necessity for a well thought out logistics system. Case in point: your road network. It isn't just strips of tarmac intersecting at weird points; some people sat down to analyze traffic behaviour at different times of the day and built the roads according to those needs. You can build a dozen streets and only two are being used and you can bet on it: they'll be clogged. Without 'Fixed point', every Tom, Dick Jack and Harry would set up a Stargate linking everywhere and nowhere at once. Seeing lights zip everywhere through space is beautiful until you realise that those could be your foes with their new 'omni-location' Stargates bearing down on your territory from a thousand points. Not good. It makes Hauling the more important. This might not be your thing, but there are players who find a certain fetish pleasure in sitting down after a hard day's work and staring at the beauty of a digital Universe while hauling hundreds of dollars worth of goods for hours at a time. They love it, God knows why, and who am I to judge? There are certain days I'd rather pay someone to stare at a screen for 120 minutes and jumping for joy every one or two minutes at getting through another gate without 'Gate Campers' holding up traffic. Put in a dialling Stargate and you leave them without their pleasure. Why pay someone to jump just one gate? Might as well bring a few friends if I'm so worried about my cargo. It brings in the suspense of 'content creators'. That's another word for 'Gate Campers' or Pirates. You've got to love guys that sit like 'Chameleon stones' with the equivalent of fifty howitzers as the fore cannon ready to do the '21 Gun Salute' for you and your buddies. Bring your Own Shades: big explosions make big lights. In other words, 'Fixed Stargates' are easier to develop for Alpha and Beta, much more fun and much more necessary for the immersion the devs have been gunning for. That's just my opinion on it, I'm more than ready to see someone's differing perspective.
 
 
If you're wondering, yes: the Aether is still offering it's TRANCE Stargate Network and logistics services to any org that's interested (21 organisations have 'formally' signed up so far). 
 
Cheers.
 
"

You would most likely be sent a warning to state why you're there and depending on your answer you get shot/escorted

Colonist in my opinion is better, because Alioth and space aren't our real homes.
Arkers on the other hand-in my opinion- seems applicable to people who reside in or near the Ark.

I slowly stumble up from my seat among the luminous and declare
"You're all aware of Project Rebirth, I raise 2 tickets 3million apiece who wants ?" The formerly oblivious crowd rushes like a juggernaut towards me including the bartender. Oh dear.

At the GDC event, JC said the in-game currency would be Quanta. As in, the plural form of Quantum. 

No but I personally believe that organizations that have less than a specific number of members should be told to have a small number of posts at least because if you censor them by members well, what's big today could be small tomorrow.
Just ask the older players about COPS

People in Russia are called Russians, those in France are French, and people from America are Americans; but what should people in Dual Universe be called?
 
"Dual Universians" is kind of immersion-breaking, since it is nothing other than the title of the game itself.
 
So, what do you think?
 
If you have any suggestions other than what is on the poll, please feel free to suggest them!
I will try to keep up with this and post any other REASONABLE options on the poll. I will not be putting up anything I think is offensive, or if it is just pointless. (like: "name-of-my-organization"-ites, or "I-like-space"-ers.)
 
Other than that, let's hear your thoughts!
 
(By the way, you can select more than one option in the poll. )

A lot of things are under construction. The Lore is no exception.
Join us in this section to talk about the storyline, to give your feedback and/or make some suggestions about what has already been uncovered of the storyline.
 
Stay tuned as we are currently working on the game world bible

Aliens have long been a subject of speculation and a pillar of science-fiction, so I set to wondering, if the game-makers finally decide to bring them what would we like them to be?
EDIT!!: Do not post any pictures videos or information from the pre-alpha(as proof or otherwise) according to the NDA. 
 

Of course, I understand!

Hello everyone you can read part five here

I think he means energy consuming weapons not laser gun wise, Right?

Don’t Save Me.  
 
"I have nothing left to lose,
Nay, I want to lose nothing more.
What is life but a ruse?
What do I have left to live for?
More time will bring only rue,
More of life will leave me with less.
I have family here, true.
But, beyond, we’ll all suffer less." 
Kyle Susumu's Diary, last day of Earth’s existence.
 
Somewhere along the line, I lost count of the number of people I was killing. I left Eidolon to do the job of protecting my back while I cut the strings of fate of every hostile organism in sight. Was I selfish? No. Was I careless? No. Was I a mindless beast? Yes.
One after another, lives got snuffed out by my rage, my firearms and my hands. For all the bright flashes of light, the shouts of rage and terror, the sound of feet and ammunition and the stars that watched in serene silence, my mind was bent on only one thing: taking these bastards with me.
 
“You are the most stupid fellow I’ve seen all my life!”
 
I ignored the AI even as a shell blew up less than a score feet away from me. The unforgiving force of the explosion threw me into the air like a rag doll. My face was the first part of my body to hit the flaming frame of a destroyed vehicle. Surprisingly enough, I didn’t black out. I was no soldier, but I understood the benefits and dangers of passing out in the middle of a fire fight. As the pain coursed through my being, I longed for the benefits.
Struggling to get on my feet, I spotted a soldier coming towards me. His uniform had neither the insignia of the Resistance nor the design of the hostile forces. I barely made it to my feet before something snapped and I fell down in a heap. A chilling, electric pain charged through my bones as I realised what just happened: my spine had broken. I couldn’t feel my legs and the rest of my body was in too much agony for me to lift a finger or call for help. All I could do was watch him through the rage that clouded my sight. Where was Eidolon?
 
“Are you okay?”
 
This guy had to be a joker. Did I look okay?
A bullet ricocheted off the frame, reminding us both that the battlefield wasn’t a place to chat. Then, he made the big mistake of trying to drag me away. If I thought I couldn’t speak, I was right—I screamed. Startled, he dropped me abruptly and looked me over with concern. That caused me even more pain. The stranger laid me on my back and crouched on the ground. Something exploded a distance away from us, followed by the short scream of a combatant.
 
“You have broken bones. Wait here.”
 
I groaned and managed to get some words out of my mouth.
 
“Don’t save me. Save them.” I looked towards the retreating soldiers of the Resistance.
 
His face clouded.
 
“I’m not with them.”
 
I gave him questioning look.
 
“I’m with the Earldom.”
 
What kind of name is “the Earldom”? Probably some conceited people with enough hypocrisy to pretend they didn’t want to control everyone else. 
 
Vortex Two was trying to hail me through the communications device. After some quick thinking, I decided to answer.
 
“Vortex Two, find Petrovsky and track my beacon. Come pick me up in ten minutes.”
 
“Yes, sir.”
 
I looked at the Earldom fellow one more time.
 
“What’s your name?”
 
“William.” He said, getting impatient.  
 
Talking was hard and I was pretty sure the warm liquid I felt under my back was blood. Whatever had to be done needed to be done fast.
 
“Does the Earldom support these madmen?”
 
“Do I look like I support them?”
 
“You tell me.”
 
He sighed and rubbed his face.
 
“I don’t support them. Listen, we’ve got to get you to safety.”  
 
I was about to say something, when I saw a shadow on my chest.
 
“Put your hands in the air!”
 
William looked up and aimed at whoever was commanding. I could tell it was Petrovsky, although I couldn’t see him.
 
“Petrovsky! This…man is not an enemy!” I almost choked on my blood, before William raised my head a little.
 
The Russian came into sight, along with four other Resistance members. I knew there were more, but I couldn’t see them. Where was Aditi?
 
“Where’s Aditi?” I asked him.
 
He bent down and looked me in the eye.
 
“She’s dead.”
 
“What?!”  I shouted before gurgled breathing reminded me that I was still going to meet her anyway.
 
He looked at William and I answered the question.
 
“He’s with us. Take my wrist band. It has a beacon in it. Take it and get out. Vortex Two will pick you up.”
 
He sensed the message right away.
 
“You want me to leave you here?”
 
My eyesight blurred for a second and I spat out more blood.
 
“I won’t be of much use. But you, you can help them. My spine’s broken and I’ve lost too much blood. You’re standing in it.”
 
He looked at his feet and barely managed to hide his shock.
 
“I will not leave you here.”
 
William gave an irritated sigh.
 
“Don’t save me. Save your men. I’m dead already. Get out: Vortex Two is searching for you and they already have the beacon’s signal.
 
Don’t let them come here, don’t let them find me.”
 
Whatever he wanted to say, he kept it and nodded solemnly.
 
“You are too good to die alone.” He whispered and stood.
 
My vision darkened five shades and I just had to close my eyes.
 
“I’m not alone. They’re with me, they’re waiting. Go, Petrovsky: I won’t forgive you…if they come…”
 
The sounds became distant, but I heard them leave.
The explosions faded into muffled sounds as I tried to open my eyes one last time. All I could see where the stars, twinkling and shining. I had brought the legacy of Oethe to this planet. I had succeeded in my job. Did Eidolon know that I would die? Where was he?  
A crackled voice spoke gently beside me. It was Eidolon.
 
“Goodbye, Grand Architect.”
 
I grunted and caught a last glimpse of the stars.
Kyle, Nora, Jeane, Meera and the rest would be waiting for me, I’d finally get to see everyone again.
 
That was where I was headed now. My final resting place.
 
My home among the stars.

"I advise anyone who hasn't read at least two previous parts to do so before or after reading this Part. It's a bit hard to understand other wise. Thank you."

Tell me about it

With biological weapons come hospitals with hospitals come doctors with doctors come medical skills or don't you think so?

Admiral Twerkmotor he has a son named Captain Twerkmotor who can help you if the Admiral is at the Family twerkhouse{the finest in the galaxy,(haven't gone there  myself am telling the truth)} or even the family friend Jeronimo.

This is a "General Knowledge" thread to help provide newcomers with a list of hot topics, answers, FAQs, videos, and other miscellaneous information that pertains to Dual Universe. This thread will not contain everything about DU, but merely help to point you in the right direction. I have done my best over the years to keep this thread up to date for newcomers, so if there is something you think is missing and should be added, just private message me with the information and sourcing.
 
You are also encouraged to join the Official Community Discord for Dual Universe if you have questions, or just want to be involved in the community. 
 
PSA: Use the SEARCH FUNCTION in the forums before making a thread if you are new. Chances are, it has already been discussed and beaten to death.  
 
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-> Release Roadmap & Alpha Announcement <-
 
Official Links:
 
• FAQ from the Main Website
 
• Trello Community Suggestions
 
• DU Gamepedia (wiki)
 
• Developer Blog
 
• Kickstarter Page
 
• Youtube Page
 
          • DU Community Discord
                • Official Discord FAQ (Forum Link)
 
          • Soundcloud/Soundtracks
 
          • DU Reddit
 
 
Forum Links:
 
• "Ask Us Anything" Thread by NQ-Nyzaltar
 
• Forum Rules thread by NQ-Nyzaltar
 
• Pre-Alpha FAQ and Rules by NQ-Nyzaltar
 
• DU DevDiary Video Guide by Shockeray
 
 
Other (Non-Official) Media:
 
• Dual Universe Explorers (Podcast)
 
• Ark Central (Community News)
 
• Dual Insider (Community News)
 
• Dual Universe Sleepers (Fansite/Blog)
 
• Outpost Zebra (Blog)
 
• Community Org/Player Map (Community Tool)
 
 
Common Topics: (NOTE: All information below is subject to change at any time. Official responses from the developers, and sources, have been linked to each subject.)
 
• Price Model will be Pay To Play
 
 
 
• "Virtual Simulator" for builders to build in peace
 
 
• "The Economy"
 
 
• "Scripting" Dual Universe will utilize LUA Scripting and Distributed Processing Units  
 
• "FTL Travel" answered by NQ-Nyzaltar in the Ask Us Anything thread
 
  • "Unigine 2" Dual Universe will be running off of the Unigine 2 Game Engine
 
 
• "Single Shard Server" In Dual Universe, all players will be playing in the same server
• (Video) Server Technology review by JC Baillie
 
 
• "Active Lock On Targeting" In Dual Universe, combat will not be twitched base
 
 
• "Character Progression" There will be no character levels in Dual Universe
 
 
• "Survival Gameplay" Currently NovaQuark are still considering adding survival elements
 
 
• "Territory Control" In Dual Universe, you will be able to own pieces of land
 
 
• "Rights And Duties Management System" Sophisticated system for managed roles in your organization
 
 
• "Stealth Technology" Stealth tech is currently being considered by NovaQuark
 

Nice deca-syllabic poems with A, B, A, B rhyming schemes

"To be honest, I don't know much about server side when it comes to databases. Contact Nyzaltar, it should be fixed soon. On the bright side though, Dual Universe is obviously growing."

i love this op short and to the point.

As the topic title says, how did everyone here find out about Dual Universe?
 
I discovered it through E3 and stumbling upon a link on Reddit to the trailer, I was hooked from the moment I saw "All constructions and ships are built in game".
 
Was there a specific site or article that brought you here? Was it a video from a popular youtuber?