Ep 62: Going down to Burnsville

On this episode of Tangents of Creation Jamie Kaos and Anie Lace, accompanied by special guest Doc Burns of  @AshesofRelation  dive into various MMO topics! They share their personal gaming experiences, discuss various game mechanics in iconic games, and explore the potential of indie developers. Their conversations pivot around Ashes of Creation, discussing its unique features and future prospects including elements like a robust economy, farming, and animal husbandry. Discussions on speculative game modifications like mounted combat mechanics, open-world dungeons, and a potential raiding system are also included. With a blend of honest opinions, humorous banter, and rich insight, the discussions grapple with the hope, excitement, and challenges surrounding the journey of Ashes of Creation's development. 00:00 Introduction and Bloopers 00:17 The Hosts and Special Guest Introduction 00:54 Housekeeping and Community Updates 02:04 Guest Interview: MMO History and Experiences 04:52 Discussion on Gaming Habits and Lifestyle 07:15 Journey to Discovering Ashes of Creation 08:21 The Impact of Gaming on Personal Life 10:44 The Future of MMOs and Ashes of Creation 21:21 The Role of Caravans in Ashes of Creation 25:40 The Importance of Game Design and Economy 37:45 The Art of Interviewing and Hiring in the Gaming Industry 40:26 Interview Techniques and Career Stories 41:33 Gaming Industry Insights: Diablo Developers 43:56 Diversity and Meritocracy in Gaming 45:37 The Rise of Indie Game Developers 47:17 The Controversy of Rainbow Marketing 49:44 Pick Your Poison: A Fun Game Break 52:50 The Future of Animal Husbandry in Gaming 55:59 The Impact of Game Studios' Decisions 01:06:49 The Potential of Water Physics in Games 01:12:43 The Art of Naming in the Gaming World 01:22:52 Creating Artwork for the Game 01:23:30 Discussing Game Characters and Comparisons 01:24:22 Desire for Character Customization 01:24:54 Critique on Character Design 01:25:54 Elves in Fantasy Games: A Debate 01:26:54 Discussing Game Movies and CGI 01:29:40 The Impact of Game Lore 01:32:33 The Potential of Ashes of Creation 01:35:45 The Importance of Game Integrity 01:40:55 The Fun Side of Gaming 01:53:29 Discussing Game Servers and Locations 02:04:22 Speculations on the Fighter Class 02:04:45 Expectations for Future Character Classes 02:05:17 Discussion on the Monster Coin System 02:05:40 Desire for a Glimpse at the Raiding System 02:06:52 Debate on the AI System and Boss Difficulty 02:07:47 Thoughts on Alternate Characters 02:10:12 Discussion on Gear Progression and Character Builds 02:13:23 Insights on Game Metas and Strategy 02:24:40 Opinions on Instance-based vs Open World Dungeons 02:37:08 Closing Thoughts and Future Expectations 🌐 Resources and Links 🌐 🎥 Join us live every Saturday at 8:30 pm EST on Twitch for real-time Ashes of Creation discussions and more: https://www.twitch.tv/jamiekaos 💬 Join the discussion in our Discord community and engage with fellow Ashes of Creation enthusiasts: https://discord.gg/hzpmeMtpHN 🔥 Use our Ashes of Creation Referral Code and embark on your journey through Verra: ashesofcreation.com/r/DZREN8TWHQXGPS2C 🎮 Join the Ashes of Creation Community: Official Website: ashesofcreation.com Discord: https://discord.gg/ashesofcreation Twitter: https://twitter.com/AshesofCreation 🔔 Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications so you never miss an Ashes of Creation update!