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Messages - plenzdorf
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« on: August 09, 2014, 08:39:43 PM »
Nice to know when folks are able to be on! Sounds like some days/ night will definitely synch up between all our schedules.
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« on: August 08, 2014, 03:20:05 PM »
As I look forward to another year of work in the academic world, I also foresee having less time to spend on LOTN, particularly during weekdays. For this reason, and because it's the community that makes LOTN so excellent, I'm wondering what times people play?
In particular, groups for dungeon runs in the level 10-15 range and DMs willing to run ad hoc quests or simply RP with players interest me (and dork-side-of-the-farce).
Generally, we can make it on some weekdays after 3:00 pm GMT-8 and stay till 5 or 6, and on Fridays-Saturdays we're more flexible, barring other plans.
When does everyone else generally log in?
Apologies if this should be posted somewhere else.
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« on: August 07, 2014, 09:23:32 PM »
We *might* be able to do it if desperately needed. We have successfully hosted servers before, but I imagine that a longer-term member of the community will speak up and will (and should) get first pick.
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« on: August 05, 2014, 05:40:15 PM »
It's fixed!
Posting this in case others encounter similar problems and can find an answer here.
My friend came over for an epic (5 hour long) Pen and Paper game last night and worked on the issue while we RPed.
He managed to narrow it down to an improper install of the bootcamp drivers which are not needed, apparently, to run windows on this generation of Intel-based Power PCs, but ARE needed to insure proper installation of Windows drivers (Including video drivers). So, I'm partially vindicated in the knowledge that my sleuthing led me to the correct conclusion--it was indeed a driver problem. It just happened to be a more complex one than I had imagined.
No screenshots available now because it was fixed by the time I got to this.
Good news is I can now play on a computer with a much faster processor, more graphics capability, and far less likelihood of overheating!
W00t!
Thanks all for the help!
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« on: August 04, 2014, 03:33:16 PM »
First and foremost--thanks for taking the time to try and help me solve this issue.
More info in response to questions:
My main computer is a laptop that runs like a charm. The computer in question is not a laptop but rather a Mac "Mini Tower" G5--unsure of the exact year but specs as follows:
Form Factor
Mini Tower
CPU Type
PowerPC G5
Memory Capacity
8GB DDR2
HDD
160GB
Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type
DVD/CD-RW Combo
I've got it running a legit copy of Vista SP2, not Mac OS.
I put the .dll in the correct folder (NWN, not NeverwinterNights).
Happens to NWN sessions regardless of haks.
I have tried all graphics and sound combos (including and most commonly lowest settings with all advanced options unchecked) always run it in compatibility mode and as admin etc.--I know the basics.
It's a CD copy of the game not a GOG download.
I just need help tracking down the appropriate drivers and/or chipset suites. Perhaps it's the latter based on what NZ suggests?
Also I have a friend coming over for pen and paper RPGing tonight who works in IT and will ask him. I'll share a solution here if he discovers it in the interest of sharing it with other who might face similar challenges.
Thanks again!
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« on: August 04, 2014, 01:21:49 AM »
Hello all,
I am trying to run NWN on my Mac (using a legitimate copy of windows).
Specs are:
Processor: Intel Xeon(R) CPU 5160 @ 3.00Hz 2.99 GHz
Graphics Card: Radeon X1900 Series
OS: Windows Vista 32 Bit Service Pack 2
What I've Already Tried:
*Disabling and/or changing sound options
*Placing a .dll in my NWN directory that NZ uses with his Radeon card.
*Running in Compatibility Mode for Windows XP2
*Downloading Various Iterations of the ATI Catalyst Drivers/Suite
*Tweaking Graphics Quality and essentially every other game option I can think of in every conceivable combination.
* A Fresh install of NWN and haks
More details on the problem:
* NWN Launches fine, runs OK on and off but the graphics have annoying and distracting polygons shooting through them to the point it becomes hardly playable.
*NWN Crashes/freezes my computer unexpectedly and/or I get a blue screen that flashes and then my computer restarts.
Occasionally a message says the video driver has stopped working and recovered after NWN crashes.
Any help or suggestions would be welcome!
Thanks!
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« on: August 02, 2014, 06:02:14 PM »
Woohoo! Can't believe you remember Papa Poof! Hoody frickin hoo am I glad to be back!
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« on: August 02, 2014, 05:59:54 PM »
I know this is an old subject and I fully respect the builders' and admins' decision not to upgrade if that's the final verdict, but I have to say that CEP 2.4 does bring more options and useful features than it does problems. I've played on several servers that use parts of it (remaining PG13) without seeing any bugs or glitches.
Having said that, I've "adminned" and built several servers and modules over time, and I know how much work adding new things can be (and how many unanticipated issues they can cause. Just offering my two cents here.
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« on: August 02, 2014, 05:53:10 PM »
Dang! I want that talisman of pure good for me and the ioun stone for Fyriel but we're gold-shy at the moment...
I'll see how much booty we can earn between now and the next time Esther's open for business.
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« on: August 02, 2014, 06:33:58 AM »
I am so happy to find LOTN still alive and thriving after many years absence. I have played NWN a bit over the last few years, but have only recently made a concerted effort to clear time in my busy schedule to make time for the game again.
I am thrilled that active DMs, friendly players, and a tightly built server I always loved are still here to welcome me back with open arms.
May all your hits be crits!
-Plenzdorf
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« on: August 02, 2014, 02:46:41 AM »
Though this forum is old, I want to say thanks to Neutral Zone for welcoming me and my wife (Username dork-side-of-the-farce) back with open arms.
And thanks for not deleting my characters! I was gone a loong time!
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« on: June 09, 2009, 10:12:37 PM »
Herewith is a link to my favorite strip on the web, Knights of the Dinner Table. I prefer it to order of the stick, to which it is most commonly likened, because I feel its humor is generally more clever, which is, of course, a matter of personal opinion. KODT is a retail print comic, but they have some hilarious excerpts available online for free, such as "The Lair of the Gazebo," to which the following link should direct you. http://www.kenzerco.com/Operiodicals/kodt/kodt%20webstrips/phpslideshow.php?directory=.¤tPic=2enjoy!
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« on: June 06, 2009, 04:15:04 PM »
Thanks Zippy, for doing the drudge work that makes this server run!!!
And seeing your post here reminded me, Pink, to thank you for my first sip of Guf!!!
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« on: June 06, 2009, 01:11:36 AM »
Also, thanks to Crulon, Fealhach, and dylan_the_rabbit, for generous trading and great RP with Poof-Poof and Captain Elora the other day!
Double thanks to Crulon for joining the "crew" and getting Poof-Poof to Port Llast, and back to camp, safe and sound!
Thanks and welcome to Crulon' s new friend whose name escapes me for sailing a bit through the caves with the Platinum Possum Pie!
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« on: June 05, 2009, 03:48:55 PM »
Sorry I missed the proper thread, Pink! And I totally understand the 30 day probationary period. My bro's a capable role player, and a great guy, so I doubt this'll be any problem. Once we've been around a while, I'll post an official request in the proper area. Currently, we're still working on getting his CEP 2.2. up to date, which is tough because he owns a mac and we live 100 mile apart for college--but we'll both be in the same place soon for summer, so I suspect he'll be joining LoTN soon  !
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