Ambassadors of Alterra - First Draft Of Constitution

Ahh.. I used to do this a while back. It's how I met thugimmortal too. I made my first friend, cheshirepoet, after she helped me out the same way, so I followed suite. I'd love to be of service :)

Also, another idea. You might wanna have an NPC as an 'AoA' explaining what AoAs do and how they can help.

On a side note-Helping players is alot of fun you get to meet a whole different group of people that are low levels and build friendships with them as you watch them grow to a higher level!

I'd love to be in on this

I mean, Im already doing this anyway when But it's cool to have a group that's out and about doing this

Yea it's gonna be a great program. I just have one suggestion, what about having ambassadors for each town? They would be locked at those lvls, I mean we have different ambassadors for different countries. Why not different towns? Ambassadors could be assigned towns depending on there favorite town or knowledge of a town and maps. But of course have a all around knowledge of the entire game. Also once the got to ao they could be on there own or the GoAs could take over idk guys just an idea.... Please post some feedback of the idea :)

I want to be a ambassador

So will the ambassadors need to be Capped at 10?

Some sort of announcement and reminder of what the AOAs will be, what they look like, what they do, etc, should be available.

IMO, it'd help prevent all those questions that are easily answered by "I'm an AOA, I do this, that, and so on.."

Maybe a new quest in FH that points out what the AOA will exactly look like.

i think this would be fun cause i gotto expirience having a low lvl friend and watch him build up over time and help him its a good feeling to know yeah i helpped him get to that lvl

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Originally Posted by Apollo

They should not have any perks. I'm willing to do this without a perk. Same reason why I would care less if the GOA program was disbanded. I can be helpful without it. +1

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I agree, perks or no perks, I just want to help people. It's fun. And anyhow, I lost all my stuff to a hack, what else but help could I be giving? I can't give pinks nor hooch hats, but what I can give I give, friendship and help.

This is a wonderful idea. I often run into players who are level 10 - 20 who have many questions about basic game mechanics, quests, skills, etc. They often look and ask for help. Its funny how often someone will ask, Can you help mr with a quest? And when I say, Yeah sure! They are like really, no one has been willing to help!

Again, wonderful idea! This just shows how wonderful our developers are!

Tapatalk'd from my PowerWashed Fascinate

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Originally Posted by Ellyidol:450665

Some sort of announcement and reminder of what the AOAs will be, what they look like, what they do, etc, should be available.

IMO, it'd help prevent all those questions that are easily answered by "I'm an AOA, I do this, that, and so on.."

Maybe a new quest in FH that points out what the AOA will exactly look like.

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Lol you got ninja'd by me ;) But i agree it will definitely reduce the questions like wow who are you? Can i be one? And so on.

What do I have to do to become one?

I think this is a great idea plus 1

cant wait i have been dreaming about this jk hopefully i get in good luck guys

Im in!!' :)

Maybe as the program evolves there can be Ambassadors as at every level (based on area requirements?) that can help with the transition. Certainly there is a difference in gameplay just between Dark Forest and Balefort alone! :tongue:

Perhaps adding a sign in each town where players can request for assistance (maybe a lvl restriction)? Either a player listing of who needs help, (can message that person and or add them to your friends list) or a paging system where a random ambassador is contacted via pm with a different color to allow the ambassador to distinguish a normal pm from an ambassador request? An ambassador listing where new players can contact an ambassador from the roster?

Edit- Basically a PoC where ambassadors and new players can find each other easier.

Like the old guy at wal-mart! Love it!!

I think it would be really cool if a you guys were to install a tell function (ie: /help "question") that would come across to all ambassadors similar to the guild chat function. This way if someone had a question but wasn't able to locate an ambassador they would be able to send a tell and have available ambassadors be alerted ind of like a bat signal....lol

Any thoughts?

Yeah it was already suggested and I think /a 'Your question here' would be better and more simple. You have to look at the abuse of this though bunch of people could just spam the ambassadors too.

I used to do this with hunnyhelper (Level 5 using the Guardian Shield when it had high armor). Important thing to look for is players with unspent stats, though that might not be as big a problem anymore with the 'auto-leveling'.

This sounds great! I think this program will really create a even more positive experience for new players joining the community.

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Originally Posted by Cascade

Yeah it was already suggested and I think /a 'Your question here' would be better and more simple. You have to look at the abuse of this though bunch of people could just spam the ambassadors too.

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Yeh...lol... I saw after I posted there were some similiar ideas :) as for the spamming ambassadors, I think there are ways to prevent this ranging from restricting the /help tell to once every minute to allowing ambassadors to mute people abusing the help line. Also it must be considered that spamming is possible in many ways and sometimes we just have to trust people's ability to determine right from wrong :)

Another suggestion, cap the ambassadors at like 5 or 6, but make the ambassadors gear a little stronger (like effectively making them level 10). The reason for this suggestion is that they would not 'raise the gear/threat level'. If they did, for sub-10 players, having an ambassador in their game would make it harder, and also make it so they can not loot level specific items. Just a thought.

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Originally Posted by FluffNStuff

Another suggestion, cap the ambassadors at like 5 or 6, but make the ambassadors gear a little stronger (like effectively making them level 10). The reason for this suggestion is that they would not 'raise the gear/threat level'. If they did, for sub-10 players, having an ambassador in their game would make it harder, and also make it so they can not loot level specific items. Just a thought.

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That could work Or why not add threat reduction to the gear its self? That way they can keep there skill points and there will be more balance.

Ahh! Cant wait!!! Hope im in!

I would like to do this:)

When do we get to see the list :) I know I won't be on there, but I just can't wait to see who gets chosen :D

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Originally Posted by TANKKAAR

I think it would be really cool if a you guys were to install a tell function (ie: /help "question") that would come across to all ambassadors similar to the guild chat function. This way if someone had a question but wasn't able to locate an ambassador they would be able to send a tell and have available ambassadors be alerted ind of like a bat signal....lol

Any thoughts?

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completely agree with u dude. Like /h how do I join a game? And ambassadors Have /hr (help reply) go through the portal :) don't u think?

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Originally Posted by Grankledude

completely agree with u dude. Like /h how do I join a game? And ambassadors Have /hr (help reply) go through the portal :) don't u think?

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I like the idea.. But /h is host info. Would need to be something else. :)

So erm how to apply?

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Originally Posted by Eyesharp

So erm how to apply?

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On terms of applying--The devs will pick the first batch of AoAs. Then a week or two later you can apply then the devs and AoAs will decide who gets in.

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Originally Posted by Zapoke

I like the idea.. But /h is host info. Would need to be something else. :)

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Hmm true that. Maybe /he? Or /help?

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Originally Posted by Matutd:451401

When do we get to see the list :) I know I won't be on there, but I just can't wait to see who gets chosen :D

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Mod7 said probly wednesday they would announce the first batch (i think theres gonna be 5 to start)

If u have been muted will u not be able to be a ambassador even if u help newcomers.

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Originally Posted by Onaraasider

If u have been muted will u not be able to be a ambassador even if u help newcomers.

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weve all been muted lol, even with the auto correct screwing us over. there have been GoA's that have been banned in the past, but they were still appointed as one, so that shouldnt be a factor of one not being chosen

I would like to be one

PL has been needing something like this for some time. I can recall countless occasions where I have seen new players asking for help in Forest Haven and there has simply been players willing to provide them with some help or give some advice. As long as the people involved in the AoA are actively helping and don't just do it for a week or so and do no more to assist, the system should be a successful one.

I think it may make sense to give the ambassadors a few goodies that they can distribute to the newbies. I remember that one of the things that hooked me was that a few guys gave me their drops at the start and it really helped. Maybe each ambassador should have a set number of purple and pink items that they can give to the needy when they start?

ps: goodies that can't be sold on cs note.

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Originally Posted by Moderator7

Hear ye! Hear ye! I present to you the first Constitution of the Ambassadors of Alterra. After careful consideration of everyone's feedback, I've written this first draft as a plan for moving forward. You are welcome to give feedback on the constitution.

AMBASSADORS OF ALTERRA

Mission:

Ambassadors of Alterra is a volunteer program for the helpful residents of Alterra to help guide and assimilate new players of Pocket Legends. Our mission is to welcome as many new players as possible to the game, be their first friend and help them get started on their journey.

Who:

Ambassadors of Alterra are experienced players who simply enjoy helping out new users and bringing them in to the community.

The first group will be chosen by STS - future AoA members will be chosen by both STS and existing AoA members. While we only want the friendliest, most helpful members in this group, it will not be as exclusive as Guardians.

How:

Ambassadors will use an extra character slot for their AoA alt.
AoA accounts will be given costumes, etc to distinguish themselves from regular players
AoA accounts will level cap at 10, so they can't be used to power level new players (we don't want to kill the experience)
When roleplaying as an AoA, players will hang out in Forest Haven to greet and help new players
AoA accounts are free to do as they wish, jumping in a game with new players or escorting them along a quest/dungeon
Ambassadors will have a private group and sub-forum on the forum to coordinate out of the game (and maybe get exclusive updates :O)

Guidelines:

The priority of Ambassadors of Alterra is new users. When logged in on an Ambassador account, AoA members must always have their focus on new players - even if they have to abandon a conversation with a friend to help one.

AoA members will be held to the strictest standards on both their AoA and regular accounts. Ambassadors are role models to the community and must represent the best of the best.

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What's Next?

In the next few days we will reach out to the first group of people we've chose to become Ambassadors. Once the first group is in we will collectively decide what will be on the applications. Applications will be open to all within 2-4 weeks.

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You have no idea how excited I am for this. I will be applying as soon as an application goes up! I've been working my tail off in PL helping people, instead of leveling and etc. My boyfriend (who does not play the game) is even checking forums and etc for me about this program. Thanks Moderator7!

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Originally Posted by Pakax

I think it may make sense to give the ambassadors a few goodies that they can distribute to the newbies. I remember that one of the things that hooked me was that a few guys gave me their drops at the start and it really helped. Maybe each ambassador should have a set number of purple and pink items that they can give to the needy when they start?

ps: goodies that can't be sold on cs note.

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The only pinks are the level 10 doom weapons.