Curious about the Game's Misleading Name

[Dallane]

The title of 'Crafting MMO' does not really fit for me either.

For me the title makes me think that I would do crafting to get items that are of value to other players. But in this game almost everyone gets the skills to do everything themselves. And even if you do have something people want there is only a very limited amount of stalls that people can sell things at. So there is really little need to craft other than to advance your character.

I like the threat that open pvp and permadeath brings. But I want my crafting to actually mean something past building up my defenses and skills. I want to survive in the world and be able to produce goods that are actually in demand so I can sell them.

So for me the biggest problem with the title is that there is little reason to craft other than to build up your character.

I make around 1k a day crafting iron stuffs alone. People buy everything.

[sebastion]

The title of 'Crafting MMO' does not really fit for me either.

For me the title makes me think that I would do crafting to get items that are of value to other players. But in this game almost everyone gets the skills to do everything themselves. And even if you do have something people want there is only a very limited amount of stalls that people can sell things at. So there is really little need to craft other than to advance your character.

I like the threat that open pvp and permadeath brings. But I want my crafting to actually mean something past building up my defenses and skills. I want to survive in the world and be able to produce goods that are actually in demand so I can sell them.

So for me the biggest problem with the title is that there is little reason to craft other than to build up your character.

I make around 1k a day crafting iron stuffs alone. People buy everything.

Hmm.. that was far from my experience. It seems like you almost need to be one of the 20 people with a stand to sell things. Unless you want to spend all your time in town waiting for that one person that actually needs something.

[MagicManICT]

Or, you know, you could make a thread in the tradewinds forum. Then you could schedule meetings for sales. No, it's not as nice as having a stall, but stalls are expensive and require a lot of upkeep.

[sebastion]

Or, you know, you could make a thread in the tradewinds forum. Then you could schedule meetings for sales. No, it's not as nice as having a stall, but stalls are expensive and require a lot of upkeep.

Honestly the only reason I came to the forums was because of the issues I have in game.

I would much rather be able to play the game in the game.

My only point is that the ingame trade system seems to be a weak link in this "crafting" game.

But yeah... that could just me.

[m4sCaRpWn]

Or, you know, you could make a thread in the tradewinds forum. Then you could schedule meetings for sales. No, it's not as nice as having a stall, but stalls are expensive and require a lot of upkeep.

Honestly the only reason I came to the forums was because of the issues I have in game.

I would much rather be able to play the game in the game.

My only point is that the ingame trade system seems to be a weak link in this "crafting" game.

But yeah... that could just me.

The forums are a hostile place. The only people more rude than the trolls are the moderators. It's like everyone takes personal offense to everything you say.

But yeah, you're right about stalls. I'd much rather an auctionhouse-style mechanic a-la LOTRO. That system would be perfect for Salem, or any crafting MMO, if you ask me.

[sebastion]

Or, you know, you could make a thread in the tradewinds forum. Then you could schedule meetings for sales. No, it's not as nice as having a stall, but stalls are expensive and require a lot of upkeep.

Honestly the only reason I came to the forums was because of the issues I have in game.

I would much rather be able to play the game in the game.

My only point is that the ingame trade system seems to be a weak link in this "crafting" game.

But yeah... that could just me.

Thanks MagicMan!

I am actually seeing things a bit different now that I have actually tried the Tradewinds forum. My problem really was just that I did not know anyone yet. The forums was kind of like place to meet people that are interested in what I have to offer. And once I met and befriended some people interested in my goods then it became easier to sell in game.

Sure its not in the game but I guess I can see the forums as an extension of the game.

[Dallane]

Or, you know, you could make a thread in the tradewinds forum. Then you could schedule meetings for sales. No, it's not as nice as having a stall, but stalls are expensive and require a lot of upkeep.

Honestly the only reason I came to the forums was because of the issues I have in game.

I would much rather be able to play the game in the game.

My only point is that the ingame trade system seems to be a weak link in this "crafting" game.

But yeah... that could just me.

Thanks MagicMan!

I am actually seeing things a bit different now that I have actually tried the Tradewinds forum. My problem really was just that I did not know anyone yet. The forums was kind of like place to meet people that are interested in what I have to offer. And once I met and befriended some people interested in my goods then it became easier to sell in game.

Sure its not in the game but I guess I can see the forums as an extension of the game.

The forums are very much part of the game. Also hop in IRC to meet alot more people.

[sebastion]

Thanks Dallane!

I will have to check out IRC some time as well.

Once I get more established and actually have some more stuff to trade that is. I cant even supply people with hay as it is

[Rabidursus]

Salem - A game of humus
Salem - The Compost bin construction simulator

hehe just kidding, I'm sure the devs will sort the purity system out

[Dallane]

Tree cutting simulator
Water tester: the game