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by Ashes
Thu Jul 15, 2010 6:07 am
Forum: Descent Old Skool
Topic: Descent 2 laser balance
Replies: 27
Views: 8058

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Theftbot wrote:I thought spreadfire got a cut too.
Spreadfire got altered drasticly in D2 from D1. Different size, different speed, different damage.
by Ashes
Thu Jul 15, 2010 6:04 am
Forum: Descent Old Skool
Topic: What do you think D1 beats D2 at?
Replies: 111
Views: 30590

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Right Duper the weapon balance and the gameplay. D1 is all about strategy and tactics. Just like Nascar. It is far superior to the other 2. All are a blast to play but only D1 will make you a real killer :). Flip know his stuff, although in some ways Descent2 has superior 1v1 games. I think D1 got ...
by Ashes
Thu Apr 29, 2010 10:23 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: How will you celebrate Bubbalou's return to the mines?
Replies: 8
Views: 1544

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I'll let him grab the hostages in one level.
(HAR HAR INB4 \"co-op is for sissies\")
by Ashes
Tue Mar 23, 2010 7:56 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Burning Indika 3 is better than your favorite level
Replies: 86
Views: 15131

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I lost interest in BI3 quickly. It's worse than minerva. And Subway Dancer? Don't get me started on that hackfest.
by Ashes
Mon Feb 22, 2010 5:22 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Request: Fer teh noobz
Replies: 43
Views: 6788

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Thanks guys. Last night I started reconfiguring for KB+Mouse. It was pretty comfortable, but I'm thinking I might have to go KB+Stick or Stick+Mouse to fly like I imagine. It's difficult trying to unlearn 15 years of muscle memory. Once I feel comfortable flying again, I'll start looking into onlin...
by Ashes
Fri Feb 12, 2010 5:43 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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All of this talk about lasers has reminded me of one descenter who, upon seeing my flying, said \"Use the quads, Luke.\"

I think that might have been good advice.
by Ashes
Tue Feb 09, 2010 7:59 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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Sure the D2 fusion sux, but if you know how to use it, you can rack up a whole bunch of robots. I have video proof if anyone wants to see. I do enjoy using fusion in D2 SP just for eyecandy, as well as napalm in d3. To a lesser extent, I use quad 3 in D1 a lot too, since I rarely hear it and used t...
by Ashes
Tue Feb 09, 2010 7:57 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Request: Fer teh noobz
Replies: 43
Views: 6788

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NUMBERZero wrote:If you want cannon fodder no matter what skill level you are, find Geordon. ;)
Ain't this the truth? Although he did get a teamkill on me by hiding behind the spawnpoint.
by Ashes
Sat Feb 06, 2010 4:05 pm
Forum: Descent Level Spotlight
Topic: 4 Dimensional D1 Level Released: Pentacircle
Replies: 5
Views: 2876

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Looks like another interesting level from Lobber. I'll give it a whirl sometime.
by Ashes
Fri Feb 05, 2010 11:26 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: BOZ
Replies: 182
Views: 61132

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Bet51987 wrote:
Foil wrote:Vincent's by far the toughest, but not unbeatable.
I'm convinced Vincent has learned how to change his algorithm. I think he's cheating. :)

Bee
The BOZ have become self-aware. We are all doomed if we do not correct this now....
by Ashes
Fri Feb 05, 2010 11:22 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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Lobber wrote:Every energy weapon bounces in my bouncer levels :D
Along with making enough noise to wake the dead.
by Ashes
Fri Feb 05, 2010 5:03 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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DarkHorse wrote:Ferno has been here 1.13 times as long as you so his opinion is 13% more correct.

This fact is better than your fact.
Fusion is purple. Your argument is invalid.

:P
by Ashes
Thu Feb 04, 2010 7:18 pm
Forum: PTMC Cafe
Topic: I hate to say this but...
Replies: 24
Views: 2207

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CDN_Merlin wrote:I'm loving the Super Mario Bros for Wii. Daughter and I are on the last level. Getting all the star coins is a ***** but we will get them. :D
I have it as well. Its a lot harder than all of the other Mario games I've had, and the controls are hard.
by Ashes
Thu Feb 04, 2010 1:31 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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The napalm rocket in D3 kinda replaced the merc. It can be an instant kill if you hit someone square on. Tru that, Merlin. I've done it before. The napalm is just like the merc missile, just slower. Fires from a similar gunport too. One wierd thing: I nailed this guy smack dab in the face with a na...
by Ashes
Thu Feb 04, 2010 1:14 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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wow. I just read through this entire post and not ONCE has ANYONE mentioned the biggest match breaker in the whole trilogy. the weapon that turns distances into nothing. the one weapon that will drop a player in two hits. the only weapon that's loved and hated by novices and veterans alike. Ladies ...
by Ashes
Wed Feb 03, 2010 4:05 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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that's funny, warlord uses tons of fusion. Maybe he's changed since the time he played IDL. Anyway, I cant bring myself to learn to use Mass Driver that much. I don't like the cannon, and its a personal issue. D3 plasma is another weapon I can't use, for the reason that its about the same speed as ...
by Ashes
Wed Feb 03, 2010 3:57 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Request: Fer teh noobz
Replies: 43
Views: 6788

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My humble opinion, what better way to learn than to play with the best? Not that ANY amount of lessons will improve my playing much. <sigh> But still, I think you pick up better lessons and learn better habits by playing against really GOOD players. it requires some patience on the good players par...
by Ashes
Tue Feb 02, 2010 11:24 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Demo Trading Block Reborn
Replies: 60
Views: 89166

Alright guys. I have loads and loads of demos here... Where to start? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-o2Pn7CslOE This is my only true demo on YouTube. http://www.megaupload.com/?d=B24MLGMV October 09 game in Manes D1 http://www.megaupload.com/?d=5KMXRGEY Super-intense neptune game played with some f...
by Ashes
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:51 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Discuss the Fusion Cannon's candidacy as the GOAT weapon
Replies: 153
Views: 21245

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Fusion was a giant piece of ***** in every game except D3. Doesn't even qualify. Lasers or plasma only. You never played Warlord in d1, did you? D1 fusion was the best fusion, in my opinion. Harder to aim than d3 fusion. I think the quadlaser is pretty good. It does good damage and lets you use the...
by Ashes
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:43 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Request: Fer teh noobz
Replies: 43
Views: 6788

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Sirius wrote:The D2X-XL group on Steam could use a few more people that can dominate. :D
I've considered getting D2-XL but it really does confuse me.
by Ashes
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:42 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Hi people (new player)
Replies: 17
Views: 3873

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We still play alot of D1 and D2 on Kali . And since a lifetime membership costs only $10 USD, it's well worth it to buy a serial. I agree wholeheartedly with Lobber on this one. Most of kali is strictly D1 and D2, with a diverse skill set. The only drawback is that cost. Best $10 I ever spent on an...
by Ashes
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:23 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Request: Fer teh noobz
Replies: 43
Views: 6788

Re: Request: Fer teh noobz

To be honest, even noobs and bad players have diverse skill sets. Me, I cannot compete in D3 at all, but I dominate in the first two. It'll be hard, but you can probably organize an all lower-tier player game. Theres always Subway Dancer (This is a joke). Just try playing all three games, it'll help...
by Ashes
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:20 pm
Forum: Descent Multiplayer
Topic: Northern Michigan Players
Replies: 1
Views: 856

Re: Northern Michigan Players

Michigan eh? I'm in Detroit. I can't get back up north again this winter (Too much snow) but in the summer I'll gladly LAN with you.
In fact, PM me some time and we can do some Descent.
by Ashes
Tue Dec 29, 2009 6:41 pm
Forum: Descent Old Skool
Topic: A deep mystery revealed? The aaronb \"cheating controv
Replies: 20
Views: 7246

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Duper wrote:lol. Getting called a cheater happens on a regular basis. The Bots get called cheaters (the BOZ bots).
Thats because the BOZ just bumrush and lag. :roll: Its like, they have LAN pings to the server, which gives them a huge advantage.
by Ashes
Tue Dec 29, 2009 6:38 pm
Forum: Descent Old Skool
Topic: A perfect, keyboard-only control setting.
Replies: 40
Views: 89244

Re: A perfect, keyboard-only control setting.

My configuration is very rare. I use numberpad for all flight operations, and the mouse for fine tune aim. Mouse: Left ubtton, fire primary Right buton, secondary Center button: Drop bomb (In d3 I use it as flare) Numberpad: 7,9 for bank 1,3 for slide left/right 0 and . for slide up/down 5 for after...
by Ashes
Thu Jul 09, 2009 10:43 am
Forum: Descent Old Skool
Topic: Old Skool Descent Moments
Replies: 20
Views: 7057

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Meh, the D3 Megas aren't tough if you see them coming. Even magnums can shake them with no problem I found d3 megas to be terrible... Man, waaaay back in the day, I was playing with a friend (We must have been in the fourth grade) in d1 secret level 1. Hardest level I had ever played. We opened a s...