Beginner faq
These are the most commonly asked questions by begginers of this game.
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Q) What is that white beam/light/line?
A) It is called the White Light. At the base of it you will find the Altar of Three. From this you are able to become a follow of one of the three 'good' gods. See Religion for further details.
Q) What is that black beam/light/line?
A) It is called the Black Light. At the base of it you will find an altar to Libila called the Bone Altar.
Q) What's the difference between equip and activate?
A) An active item can be used to interact with the world around you, like cut a tree down with your small axe active. A weapon s used automatically when you are in combat.
Q) How do I activate an item?
A) Double click on it. It will show up at the bottom of the inventory as: 'Active: Shovel'. This means that you can use the item for the tasks it is designed for.
Q) How do I equip a weapon?
A) Put it in your right hand. A second Weapon can go in the left hand, but it is used less often, so put your main weapon in youor right hand. When you do so, you will get an event message: 'You equip a Short Sword in your right hand'. You may also want to put a shield in your left hand.
Q) Where do I get a Pelt?
A) Pelts are a product from Large Rats and Wild Cats. In order to get one, you first have to find and kill one of those animals. then you have to use a Butchering Knife to butcher the corpse. If you are successful, you will get a pelt. Alternatively, you may be lucky enough to find one for sale at a Trader, or you might find a more experienced player willing to give or sell you a pelt.
Q) How do I get food?
A) If you have been playig less than 24 hours, you can get free food by visiting The Barkeep in the tavern at Newtown. While you take advantage of this free food it is recommended that you begin gaining skill at cooking, it is essential to the game. Start by making a Pottery Bowl and foraging some food, then cooking it in a fire. More detail can be found at the How do I get Food/Cook guide.
Q) Where are the rest of my beginner tools?
A) When a new character is created, some of your equipment is automatically equiped. So, check your Torso and Hands. See Inventory for further details.
--Uzetaab 17:55, March 4, 2006 (CST)
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