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The usual, been busy and away. 019 would already be out if that wasn't for that damn real life ^^

Back soon tho, get your RTQ knickers on :)

Here we go, the development of Oberin 018.4 has begun!

Yes, the next update is going to be a dot update. What does that mean? Mostly that, after the update, the game is going to be so different from what it is now that it deserves its own version. Expect to see lots and lots of changes and new stuff added.

Of course this one will require a lot of work from Jinker and myself, and will most probably take some time before it's even close from being ready, but I'll do my best to keep everyone informed on the progress. Most of the new things that we plan on including are taken or inspired from your very posts in the Ideas forums, that for some I must say were very constructive and well thought. It's always thrilling to begin such a big work because of all the possibilities that suddenly open up. So be sure to keep posting! You never know, your idea might make it in soon

I know I most certainly poked the curiosity of many of you, but as you should know by now, we're not too keen on giving away the new content before it's released. Mostly because it's in a state of flux, and we can never really say for sure if it's going to make it in or not, and also because it would spoil most of the fun of discovering all the new stuff when it's update day. It's also terribly fun to watch you guys playing the guessing game ^^

Such a big update requires a lot of thinking, planning, and brainstorming, we can't allow ourselves to rush in because we love that new idea and want to see it in ASAP. Every content we add puts a new weight in the balance, which needs to be tested, thought of a second time, tweaked, tested, etc...
And even then, we know we are far from done. When the update day comes and all the new content is added, we finally get to see how everything works full scale, and to receive feedback from the players. Then once more we need to rethink about this or that thing, tweak it, etc... The long road called Beta

All in one, I'm more than excited to see where this is going, players and GMs had lots of awesome ideas and 018.4 will add a whole new dimension to the game (No, I'm not talking about 3D here :P). That's all I can say for now, stay tuned

I be back. And I be angry. I didn't have any Oberin or Magnum for the last 2 weeks!! A whole TWO!!!

I have no idea what happened during my vacations, but I got tons of plans and ideas and can't wait to put them in action. I want things to speed up. A lot. Both IC and update-wise. So beware!

Not much to say, other that I'm enjoying these vacations too much for my own good

Things have pretty much gone on a hiatus since last monday, but I'll be back in action the week after the incoming one. Fear our RTQ wrath!

So many things happened in the once peaceful land of Oberin... Heroes, villains, travelers, mysteries... Many people marked its history, as strongly as their disappearance from the scenes was sudden. Here is to these unique beings without whom Oberin would not be what it is.

Mayor Palmer
Mayor of the fishing town of Lerilin, Palmer constantly fought for what he calls his "treasure"'s independence. Keeping away from the intrigues of politics, Palmer only shows up when the security of his town is under menace. With the constant flock of heroes enjoying the breeze of Lerilin's docks, Palmer can quietly leave the town running itself.

Nita and Kolarysan
The representants of the Mhara folks who live underwater were of a great help to kill Yadeth, one of the very first threat that struck Oberin. After Yadeth's death the Mhara returned underwater and no one knows what became of them.

Nyatha Vaup
This once unassuming officer of Marali surprisingly rose to the position of Commander after the city's liberation. As for some reason Marali doesn't take part in the current matters of Oberin, Nyatha Vaup quietly leads her city, far from the eyes of the public.

Valencia Falvo
Former co-leader of Marali with Commander Kang, Valencia Falvo managed to escape from the Alliance's invasion and devoted all her time and energy helping getting it back from the hands of the notorious Twins. Not much has been heard of her since the city was liberated and Nyatha Vaup became its new Commander.

Altaira Mei
Rumored to have died during Marali's invasion by the alliance. Her body was never found.

The Mercenary Family Hauksen
The Hauksens have been around for longer than anyone can remember. They are also well known for only showing up when they can really benefit the situation. After the recent troubles of Willow Hauksen, the family hasn't been seen around much.

Birek McCalla
Former Marali Sergent, Birek McCalla became Mirith's royal guard in an attempt to strengthen the bonds between the cities. His recent disagreements with King Galandir had him resigning and leaving to help his native city, Marali. Not much has been heard from him since.

Ciddia Tigg
Senior figure in the Mirith Guards, Ciddia Tigg was rumored to be very likely to replace Birek McCalla when he decided to resign from being Mirith's royal guard. She is now very busy preparing Mirith's army for whatever is going to happen with Andris.

Zara
This mysterious girl many referred to as Zexe's lover was of great help during the war of the Bleeding Moon. She totally vanished from the scenes after Zexe's death.

Rasha and Varsha
The very notorious Twins and former rulers of the Black Hand managed to escape from Marali after it was taken back from the Alliance and have been running ever since. While some Brigands still speak about them in high words, it looks like they do not inspire fear as much as they used to.

Duchess Tirana
Sister of king Galandir, Tirana was meant to take over the throne after her brother's death. Agent of the Black Hand, she would have assured the organization total control over Mirith. During the war of the Bleeding Moon, Tirana deceived herself by killing Beleth's daughter but managed to escape. She is now rumored to be hiding with the Twins.

Seth
Powerful and wise, this very old wizard remains a mystery for many. Some say scrolls from centuries ago talked of a mage called Seth, but the old man itself lost most of his memory. As the power of his Verma Stone decreased, Seth became very ill and was kept in the temple of Brigobaen under the care of Father Cecil. What happened of him when the Temple got pillaged is yet unknown.

Darkstar
Not much has ever been known about this very young and beautiful lady. Most of the time on her own, she decided to help Mirith killing Elefin by stealing her magic dagger. In a twisted turn of events, Darkstar got struck very badly and lost her reason under Nafets' care. She was last seen with a fighter wearing burning plate armor calling themself the "Legion". She vanished with him and both were never heard of again.

Clarissa Morgans
The oldest Senator of Andris was terribly affected by the treachery of Lancaster and the subsequent war of the Bleeding Moon. She spends most of her time enjoying the city gardens and regularly goes to Brigobaen. She rarely takes any part in the Senate's decisions anymore.

Georgette Feinstein, Nartias Muqities, and Milbin Halbim
These Senators still take part in lots of Andris' decisions. Their obligations prevent them from spending lots of times with the public.


Words and rumors do not tell much about what really happened to these people. Will they ever be seen again? Wise is the one who can say for sure. But whatever happens to them, never should they be forgotten...