Granado Espada: A Pioneer's Tale

Moving On

2009-07-01T07:02:00.007+08:00

Two days ago DeSanggria officially left the Sanggre faction which she established last year. I was not part of the faction back then because I left GE to finish acads. When the Vacciuolo family returned to the New World it was then that I learned of the faction's existence and eventually I became part of it. To be honest, I haven't met all of the faction members even we were only less than 10, probably because most of us still have lives to live outside GE.

Realizing DeSanggria left for a more active faction, I began to think of how the Vacciuolo family should live their lives in the New World. For now, I think I will stick to casual gaming because money and time is not always at my side, and I have yet to learn more about the game. I sure hope that someday hardcore gaming calls for me...

So for now the faction's leadership is given to Trianna and I have the pic with the new Blue Salbabida family. Even if DeSanggria is leaving the faction that doesn't mean she is lifted with her duties (to me that is). The future prince of the New World still have to level up. Hahaha.

Familia Vacciuolo: Ignacio

2009-06-30T14:01:00.006+08:00

We were quite surprised as to how our family was chosen to return to this land and I am sure that my siblings are quite taken aback with the sudden news.

Its been weeks since we set foot in the New World and I am amazed with everything we have encountered so far. There is joy in discovering new things and expanding one's horizons. Surely it was a change of pace from our almost sedentary lives in Vespanola.

The initial shock is starting to fade for my sisters are taking it well, I think. None of them are complaining (not blatantly, of course) with everything we are doing. Travelling from city to city is something I will never grow tired of. I hope to meet new people and encounter more creatures in this New World.

The thrill of the chase is still rushing through me, and I know I will never get tired of it. However, I am starting to miss my other siblings who were left in Vespanola. I hope I can see them soon...

Some Updates

2009-06-28T10:52:00.006+08:00

I haven't played a lot this week because of office work. So I've decided to make up for lost time this week. XD

Thanks to Ashardalon's site I was able to get the icons for the characters. Another Lonely Soul is still down at the moment so I'm making my avatars manually. Talk about hard work. Lolz.

I wasn't able to send an SMS for Hellena's Tarot Card Event because I was busy relaxing in Boracay. Now I want wings too.. T_T

Change of Layout

2009-06-14T20:34:00.006+08:00

I modified my default layout to match the Baroque feel of GE. I started by looking at high res pictures of the stock characters and some picture to use as a background. I can't use the fansite kit because the other pictures were small. Good thing DeSanggria pointed at GE's korean site and somehow my efforts were rewarded.

I think I have a headache already. It took me hours to figure out what to edit and how to change the parts I needed to. Someday I wish I can fully customize the layout in my future attempts. So help me Ferrucio! ~_~"

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I think I have to use Bernelli for the mean time because I think she would be a good power leveller for my future chars. I also read a lot of good stuff about her in the forums. Right now I'm still resisting the urge to use my RNPC cards. I think I'm at the losing end. Oh well...

Familia Vacciuolo: Ekaterina

2009-06-13T07:00:00.011+08:00

I was reluctant to write my thoughts regarding this matter, but I realized that harboring these thoughts alone would be futile. So I decided to divulge my sentiments...

The New World, yes it seems like an adventure, but I had reservations when the queen ordered our family to move out of Vespanola. We cannot do anyting because it was the queen's orders. Even my sister somehow dejected the thought of venturing into the New World. I guess we love our homeland more than we realize.

It was bittersweet the first day we arrived at Reboldeoux. The feeling was similar when my father brought us here when we were small. Somehow the place never remained the same, but the feel was different. I think its the same bustling Cite that we visited, but the people have changed. It might be because of the war. Who knows?

I began to search for familiar faces like the famed Andre Janzur and the blacksmith Idge Imbrulia. However, the tour was cut short when we were asked to report to Sir Lyndon of the Office of Pioneering Support. Immediately we were assigned to do several tasks and until now we are quite busy with them piling up.

I sure hope we can have time to rest and relax again. I'm sure Ignacio and Sylveria would agree with me...

Independence Day GE Style

2009-06-12T18:36:00.007+08:00

I dunno what came over DeSanggria, but I enjoyed the mini community event today. She decided to invite all online Pinoy players in Rembrandt to celebrate the Independence Day of the Philippines.

In order for the celebration to be memorable, she along with others like Patronum, decided to create the letters "P" and "H" using the characters of the Pinoy players. Being a newbie, I was hesitant at first but gladly joined the celebration. Even Trianna was there too!

Honestly, it was hard to create the two letters mainly because of communication issues. Most of the participants have a lot to say about the matter, and honestly not all of them are that helpful. Sometimes you just have to ignore other people's stupidity. Bleh.

After a few attempts, we finally created this:

Viva La Independencia De Los Islas Filipinas!

Its fun to join events like this just to see how cooperative and supportive the local GE community is, considering its not really an official event. The Vacciuolo family looks forward in joining more of these events soon.

Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!

Of Lags and DC's

2009-06-11T17:52:00.010+08:00

I think most players are currently downloading updates from the server that's why it's laggy. It even came to a point where I was DC'ed from the game, which was a first for me. Instead of squeezing my way into the servers I decided to make a blog post instead. I hope iah fixes this problem ASAP.

I forgot how to take screen shots in game wherein they will be saved on a specific folder. I tried to create a screenshot subfolder at c:/program files/Granado Esapada/ge/ but I still can't see anything. In order to take an in-game screen shot of the family I decided to use the old print screen-ms paint tactic.

So here's the Vacciuolo Family:

From Left to Right: Sylveria (Figher), Ekaterina (Musketeer), and Ignacio (Scout)

As much as I want to use RNPC's right now, I'll try to focus on the stock characters and see where it leads me. Just for a change I guess. I'm also thinking of moving this blog to LJ because I'm more familiar with its customization, but I'll to figure out how customization works here first.

Enter: The New World

2009-06-11T15:05:00.003+08:00

I started during the CBT (thanks to DeSanggria) as the Velamonoche family but I stopped because back then my PC struggles with the system requirements. I tried to return the second time with the same family, but academics got in the way. I decided to finish it first, so that I can move on with my real life.

After months of inactivity, I decided to return to the New World with renewed vigor. I realized that this game is better when it comes to incorporating the story of the game with the gameplay itself. Not to mention that this game is one hell of an eye candy even if its not that demanding for PC resources. Also, my friends still play the game and are so immersed in it that I wondered if I will also be taken in by the game. The sense of community is strong in this game compared to other MMO's and I really like how people come together.

To chronicle my family's sojourns, I created this blog. Unfortunately GE's still undergoing maintenance so I can't post a pic of my newbie family, Vacciuolo. I'll try to edit this one later after I login. I sure hope that I stay in Granado Espada for good.

So help me Ferrucio!