Post by MrMeowMeow on Nov 23, 2007 0:19:36 GMT -5
Ripped from the Something Awful forums:
Some of you may remember me from the variety of private game servers I've hosted. However, most of them were fairly obscure and usually for RPGs. I've always wanted to host a Diablo 2 server where we strictly played mods, because in my opinion they're much more fun than vanilla Diablo 2/LOD because I poopsocked the shit out of it back when I was in middle school.
Eastern Sun is a very refreshing mod, some things are the same, but then there are a shitload of other new things that make it much more enticing. Especially if you're sick of vanilla D2/LOD.
All of the builds you used to know and remember are pretty much nonexistant now. Well, except for maybe a few "generic" builds like "certain elemental sorc" or some shit.
Eastern Sun also changed pretty much every unique and set item in the game, they also added a bunch of brand new shit like a new gem type (obsidian), a fuckload of new runes and runewords. And they also added gemwords, which are amazing at the start of the game because just for socketing something with the same gem multiple times you get some pretty kickass bonuses.
New areas were added aswell so there'll be no more Baal run grinding and bullshit like that, you can still do Cow runs but they're not as good (since there's harder, much better areas now).
Here's a list of things you'll need to play with us!
* Diablo 2 and Lord of Destruction Expansion Pack - If you don't have it, go out and fucking buy it already, you can get it for like $10-$15.
* "THE REQUIRED FILES": Download This Here Or Here (Thanks Shredder) (78MB)
essenceofcrotch.com/junk/goonrealm.rar
www.curtisbinder.com/GoonRealm.rar
* The ability to read the fucking text file inside the .rar
Follow the short instructions in the included text file and soon you'll be up and running on this fantastic realm.
You can play this even if you're running on the latest version of Diablo 2 (1.11b), just make sure you replace all the files in the "required files folder".
If you're doing a fresh install of Diablo 2 all you have to do is replace the required files as well.
If this realm gets popular but people dislike the mod I'd be willing to put up another game server with a different mod on the same realm!
This game/mod is a great choice if you're also on an Apple laptop or computer, because Diablo 2 works on PC and Mac, mods work on both platforms as well! So boot up your shitty Powerbook and come play!
BACK UP ALL THE FILES THAT THE .rar WILL REPLACE IF YOU WANT TO PLAY REGULAR DIABLO 2 AGAIN
Any questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can catch me over AIM: TheAkaikami or on the realm at *Akaikami (/w *Akaikami to chat with me)
HELPFUL LINKS
Eastern Sun Database - Contains everything in the mod, recipes, runewords, gemwords, base weapon types.
homepage3.nifty.com/miyoshino/es/es3top.htm
Eastern Sun Wiki - VERY helpful information, more organized version of the database.
miyoshino.la.coocan.jp/eswiki/
RESPEC PRICING INFORMATION:
Alright everybody, since I have tons of people asking me about respeccing. I've decided to do custom respecs for a small fee, to benefit the server. Once I have enough money I'm going to call Comcast and have my internet boosted, which also means that you will have a more flawless playing experience. I will also occasionally hold challenges, tournaments, and other things for the opportunity to get an extra skill points. Like I will offer +2 extra skill points to somebody who gets first place in a PvP tournament, and maybe +1 to the runner ups. Also, if I happen to be looking for a specific piece of equipment I'll be willing to give out free respecs in return.
Here are the prices:
SKILL RESET: $2
STAT RESET: $1
+5 STAT POINTS: $2 (Limit 2 per character)
*NEW* +10 Skill Points $15 (Limit 1 per character)
My paypal is akaikami@gmail.com and when you paypal me the money please leave the character name you would like the stuff added to (and what you purchased)
I will be doing respecs for donators every night at 8P EST
I figure I'd throw in the stat points just incase somebody needs some extra vit or something like that, plus I've limited it to 2 per character so there won't be too much benefit, but enough $ to benefit the server. So for $5 you can get the stat point bonus, skill and stat reset.
ALL THIS MONEY WILL BE GOING TOWARDS A FASTER SERVER- After I upgrade my internet I'll probably build a server computer out of some of my old computer parts so I can leave my powerhouse of a computer off.
I can confirm that this mod is a lot of fun, even considering that I got bored of D2 before 1.10 was ever out. New areas, new monsters, new skills, new items, etc.
It's a small server, so be nice to everyone, you'll probably get free stuff, and when you have spare shit, give it to some nubs.
I made a pally and got him to 78, I think. I retired him though. My hardcore Sorc is in her 20s and in Act 3 norm right now.
Some of you may remember me from the variety of private game servers I've hosted. However, most of them were fairly obscure and usually for RPGs. I've always wanted to host a Diablo 2 server where we strictly played mods, because in my opinion they're much more fun than vanilla Diablo 2/LOD because I poopsocked the shit out of it back when I was in middle school.
Eastern Sun is a very refreshing mod, some things are the same, but then there are a shitload of other new things that make it much more enticing. Especially if you're sick of vanilla D2/LOD.
All of the builds you used to know and remember are pretty much nonexistant now. Well, except for maybe a few "generic" builds like "certain elemental sorc" or some shit.
Eastern Sun also changed pretty much every unique and set item in the game, they also added a bunch of brand new shit like a new gem type (obsidian), a fuckload of new runes and runewords. And they also added gemwords, which are amazing at the start of the game because just for socketing something with the same gem multiple times you get some pretty kickass bonuses.
New areas were added aswell so there'll be no more Baal run grinding and bullshit like that, you can still do Cow runs but they're not as good (since there's harder, much better areas now).
Here's a list of things you'll need to play with us!
* Diablo 2 and Lord of Destruction Expansion Pack - If you don't have it, go out and fucking buy it already, you can get it for like $10-$15.
* "THE REQUIRED FILES": Download This Here Or Here (Thanks Shredder) (78MB)
essenceofcrotch.com/junk/goonrealm.rar
www.curtisbinder.com/GoonRealm.rar
* The ability to read the fucking text file inside the .rar
Follow the short instructions in the included text file and soon you'll be up and running on this fantastic realm.
You can play this even if you're running on the latest version of Diablo 2 (1.11b), just make sure you replace all the files in the "required files folder".
If you're doing a fresh install of Diablo 2 all you have to do is replace the required files as well.
If this realm gets popular but people dislike the mod I'd be willing to put up another game server with a different mod on the same realm!
This game/mod is a great choice if you're also on an Apple laptop or computer, because Diablo 2 works on PC and Mac, mods work on both platforms as well! So boot up your shitty Powerbook and come play!
BACK UP ALL THE FILES THAT THE .rar WILL REPLACE IF YOU WANT TO PLAY REGULAR DIABLO 2 AGAIN
Any questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can catch me over AIM: TheAkaikami or on the realm at *Akaikami (/w *Akaikami to chat with me)
HELPFUL LINKS
Eastern Sun Database - Contains everything in the mod, recipes, runewords, gemwords, base weapon types.
homepage3.nifty.com/miyoshino/es/es3top.htm
Eastern Sun Wiki - VERY helpful information, more organized version of the database.
miyoshino.la.coocan.jp/eswiki/
RESPEC PRICING INFORMATION:
Alright everybody, since I have tons of people asking me about respeccing. I've decided to do custom respecs for a small fee, to benefit the server. Once I have enough money I'm going to call Comcast and have my internet boosted, which also means that you will have a more flawless playing experience. I will also occasionally hold challenges, tournaments, and other things for the opportunity to get an extra skill points. Like I will offer +2 extra skill points to somebody who gets first place in a PvP tournament, and maybe +1 to the runner ups. Also, if I happen to be looking for a specific piece of equipment I'll be willing to give out free respecs in return.
Here are the prices:
SKILL RESET: $2
STAT RESET: $1
+5 STAT POINTS: $2 (Limit 2 per character)
*NEW* +10 Skill Points $15 (Limit 1 per character)
My paypal is akaikami@gmail.com and when you paypal me the money please leave the character name you would like the stuff added to (and what you purchased)
I will be doing respecs for donators every night at 8P EST
I figure I'd throw in the stat points just incase somebody needs some extra vit or something like that, plus I've limited it to 2 per character so there won't be too much benefit, but enough $ to benefit the server. So for $5 you can get the stat point bonus, skill and stat reset.
ALL THIS MONEY WILL BE GOING TOWARDS A FASTER SERVER- After I upgrade my internet I'll probably build a server computer out of some of my old computer parts so I can leave my powerhouse of a computer off.
I can confirm that this mod is a lot of fun, even considering that I got bored of D2 before 1.10 was ever out. New areas, new monsters, new skills, new items, etc.
It's a small server, so be nice to everyone, you'll probably get free stuff, and when you have spare shit, give it to some nubs.
I made a pally and got him to 78, I think. I retired him though. My hardcore Sorc is in her 20s and in Act 3 norm right now.