Original project-entropia.com/faq 2001
Partially restored version of the original FAQ on the PE website during 2001
Basic Information
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Why is it called Project Entropia?
According to the world’s background story it’s a calculation of the future development of the situation on Calypso, but also a plan to ensure this future. This plan forces the citizens to defend their new home world in order to find a way to defeat the invading robots. Still, there may be more behind this plan…where Calypso is only the beginning.
Why is the world called Calypso?
It’s related to the background story where a large robot vessel called an Odysseus Probe discovers the planet. The name originally comes from an ancient Greek epic called the Odyssey where the hero Ulysses is waylaid by a beautiful nymph named Calypso. The journey of the Odysseus Probe was postponed by the discovery a beautiful planet, which is why the world was named Calypso.
How will Project Entropia be distributed when it is released?
We expect to use various means. One possibility is through magazines that include CD-ROMS. Another is as a free download via the Internet, and it will even be free to copy and distribute amongst friends. And if anyone can´t get it in these ways, MindArk will probably offer it on CD for the cost of the CD plus delivery. ...
Environment
How big will Project Entropia be?
Project Entropia will be large enough for all players to have space, without needing to run over each other the whole time. Under the course of the game, new worlds will be discovered. The whole of Project Entropia is built up as a dynamic world where the players themselves are actively involved in shaping how this world looks as well as the discovery of new land areas therein. This is why we can not say how many square kilometres Calypso is, as it will change and evolve the whole time. What we can say however, is that Calypso will be big enough for all its players to be content.
What is meant by a dynamic world?
- What we mean by a dynamic world is that the players themselves will contribute to the development of the planet. This world will not consist of certain fixed landmasses that are set, the players themselves will build this world as they advance. There will however be a foundation scenario that is constant.
What different types of environment will be found on Calypso??
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What type of creatures will be found on Calypso?
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Will all the creatues encountered be dangerous??
- No, there will also be harmless and friendly creatures in Project Entropia. Certain creatures may be tamed while others will live their own lives on Calypso.
=====What can you find in the cities
- In the larger cities you can count on finding everything you could find in New York, London or Tokyo. Everything from hotels, bars and shopping centers to red light districts, arenas, hospitals and banks. In the smaller towns there may not be quite as diverse activity, but the essentials will be found even there.
Can I build my own house?
- Yes.It will be possible to build your own house.
Can I get transport and use it in the game?
- Yes. There will be transportation in the game.
Will there be NPCs?
- Yes, there will be many different NPC´s in the game, as humans, robots, mutants and different animals.
What type of landscapes will be on Calypso??
- In relation to landscapes, Calypso will contain everything imaginable. Calypso will not be that different from Earth when it comes to landscapes, meaning that there will be mountains, deserts, forests, swamps, lakes and oceans. There will even be cave systems as well as sewers in the cities.
Will there be different types of weather on Calypso?
- The weather on Calypso will change according to the time of year. There will be rain, sunshine, overcast etc.
Will there be caves?
- Yes, there will be a well-developed cave system.
How will I move from one place to another?
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Character
Are there different races I can play?
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How do I create my character?
The first thing to be done when beginning to play Project Entropia will be to create a character. One may choose which sex to be, how long\short, thin or fat you want to be, even the colour of your skin, hair and eyes will be determinable.
Can I shape my character in any way I choose?
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How many characters will I be able to have?
You can only have one character per game-account.
Will there be different classes of characters?
No, characters will not be divided into different classes.
Skills
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Combat
How do you fight in the game?
You can use your hands or different weapons that will be available. Even certain Mindforces can be useful in combat.
Can one fight in the cities?
No. There will however be arenas in the cities where you can fight or train your combat skills before going out into the wilderness.
What type of weapons / armour will be availible?
There will be a variety of different weapons. Everything from simple knives to heavy energy canons. The same applies for protection with everything availible from light armour to energy shields.
Can I use my skills and mindforce in combat?
Yes, you will be able to combine different skills with Mindforce in combat situations.
Do I loose everything when I die?
Miscellaneous
Will the MindArk AB staff ever edit messages in the official forum?
Our overall goal for the official forum is to create a channel of communication with members of our community that facilitates civilized discussion. While it is not our desire to edit or remove messages, we reserve the right to do so when they contain extreme language, attack other individuals or groups, or are otherwise inappropriate.
Will MindArk staff continue posting on the official forum after Project Entropia has been released?
Yes.
How often will MindArk AB update the Project Entropia website?
Although various factors will affect exactly how often the site is updated, it would be reasonable to expect at least several times per month.
What is a society in terms of the Project Entropia world?
A society is group of citizens who work together under a common theme. They will have special cooperation features as well as the ability to perform joint actions such as quests and expanding cities into the wilderness.
Will societies be provided with any tools to help govern themselves in Project Entropia?
Yes, there will be tools for communication, hierarchy and command as well as joint ownership of some items.
Will societies have their own bank accounts within the world?
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Will citizens be able to belong to more than one society, if not how will MindArk enforce this?
No, it will not be possible, at least to begin with since it would create inordinate strain on the database. Enforcement is not a problem; you simply cannot get a second membership if you already have one.
Can the builders of a settlement create their own charter of rules/laws?
In limited ways; yes.
Will a settlement built by citizens have a self-elected government body to manage it?
This part of Project Entropia will develop dynamically. As settlements grow in the world, we will be able to see what kind of input we receive from citizens relating to desired functions.
Will Project Entropia have any fictional religions?
No. MindArk does not plan to build any religious elements into Project Entropia.
Can citizens get married or divorced within the fiction of world?
Yes.
Will Project Entropia have a quest/mission engine?
Yes.
Will quests be static or dynamic?
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Can citizens create their own quests?
Yes.
Can societies create quests for their members??
Yes.
Will items in Project Entropia decay?
Yes they will.
What are the requirements to become an officially sanctioned society within Project Entropia?
At least five citizens must first create a group and then initiate a vote to start a society.
What are cybernetic implants used for in Project Entropia?
Cybernetic technology is used for implants and artificial limbs. Cybernetics will be used to enhance the character’s body with such things as extra abilities or built-in utilities. Examples of basic implants include the NECI, which is a computer implant that displays the character user interface, and a Mindforce device that gives an initial access to mental powers called Aspects.
Can citizens for example become medics, doctors or nurses within Project Entropia?
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Can MindForce be used to heal citizens or NPCs?
Yes.
Will MindForce be able to resurrect deceased citizens without using up their insurance?
Yes.
Will the 3D casino in Project Entropia be for adults only?
Yes.
Project Entropia Engine
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