Arfur
The fact remains that the Universe Channel has become a Universal Chat Channel. This is obviously something that people want (because they use it for that - we all do). A Chat Channel helps players feel part of the Community, whatever their level.
The difficulty comes when pleas for information or help go unnoticed because of the high level of chat. So how about an ADDITIONAL Channel for Q&A.
I now play with it turned completely off except to make general announcements such as the call to Assembly yesterday.
I miss helping homins but finding the occasional Q to A among the general bickering and mindless chatter that Uni has become is not worth the effort. The quality of Uni and the community's ability and willingness to readily respond with help made Ryzom a very unique place.
If a dedicated Q&A channel returns, I'll watch that channel with great joy.
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Eldest, Order of the White Lotus