Some interesting thoughts.
First, regarding this thread still going, I would like to think that it is being left up because it is a discussion as to the impact that adding a new channel, or leaving things as is could cause.
Khandoma brought up one point I haven't even considered, that I do think would be of value. The tab lighting up when new chat is there... perfect!
I as well recall the days of no uni chat, and it was a pain as far as I was concerned. It did give the game a certain nuance if you will, but that was also the days of a higher population when it was more likely to have a few more people in regions at one time.
From the technical side, I think it would be easy to add... way back when they had the lore contests (early 05 maybe... I won a cool Ryzom hat that I still have) I recall that channel being turned on, and off as needed and you could reply in it.
Just a discussion is all :) Would be nice to hear any thoughts from the staff, if they are allowed :)
First, regarding this thread still going, I would like to think that it is being left up because it is a discussion as to the impact that adding a new channel, or leaving things as is could cause.
Khandoma brought up one point I haven't even considered, that I do think would be of value. The tab lighting up when new chat is there... perfect!
I as well recall the days of no uni chat, and it was a pain as far as I was concerned. It did give the game a certain nuance if you will, but that was also the days of a higher population when it was more likely to have a few more people in regions at one time.
From the technical side, I think it would be easy to add... way back when they had the lore contests (early 05 maybe... I won a cool Ryzom hat that I still have) I recall that channel being turned on, and off as needed and you could reply in it.
Just a discussion is all :) Would be nice to hear any thoughts from the staff, if they are allowed :)