Editing Foundational Principles

[[Category:Camelot Unchained]]

The Foundational Principles are the core principles that guide development of [[Camelot Unchained]], as enunciated by [[Mark Jacobs]] and [[Andrew Meggs]]. Here they are, in order of their release by [[City State Entertainment]].



==Foundational Principle #1==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-1-be-willing-to-take-risks-even-if-fortune-doesnt-always-favor-the-bold/ ''Be willing to take risks even if fortune doesn't always favor the bold'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 7, 2013

'''Summary:''' This Foundational Principle lays out CSE's underlying principle for the entire game.
* Be willing to take chances
* Don't focus on making the game for everyone
* Don't be afraid to angering potential customers
* Don't conform to MMO tropes unless needed

==Foundational Principle #2==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-2-rvr-isnt-the-end-game-its-the-only-game/ ''RvR isn't the end game, it's the only game'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 8, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about why [[Camelot Unchained]] is so different from games that have RvR/PvP "tacked on" to the main game.
* TriRealm game, which is a RvR-focused game
* Not a RvR-centric game, nor the RvR a "bolt on" feature of a larger system
* Focus on crafters being the primary source of gear by having:
** No gear drops from NPCs
** No gear from quests or tasks
** No gear tokens
* Progression by fighting, helping out in RvR or crafting (No PvE Progression)
* Mostly open map
* Limited [[travel]] options
* [[CC]] so smaller groups have a chance against larger ones

==Foundational Principle #3==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-3/ ''You should always hold the hands of little children while crossing the street but...'']</font>

'''Released:''' Februrary 11th, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about the effect of too much "hand holding" in modern MMORPGs.
* Bring back challenge by not showing how to do everything, or allow players to make mistakes etc.
* Don't trade creative freedom to try to appeal to more subscribers
* No risk, no reward w/ examples of the types of things they're looking to avoid:
** Quest paths that basically do the quests for you
** Auction houses
** Readily available respecs, or constantly changing your build

==Foundational Principle #4==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-4-choice-matters/ ''Choice Matters!'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 13, 2013

'''Summary:''' In this Foundational Principle, Mark talks about the importance of player choice. This is one of the big mantras of the game.
* What your character does will effect not only their skills, but their stats as well
* Remove absolute gear restrictions (although, practical ones will remain)
* Freedom to make mistakes, by adding consquences to actions (like carrying too much stuff, or wearing metal as a lightning caster)
* Meaning character creation choices with options that will have an effect in the game:
** [[Race]]
** Gender
** [[Stat System|Stat]] allocation
** [[Banes and Boons]]

==Foundational Principle #5==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-5-gold-sellers-still-suck/ ''Gold Sellers Still Suck'']</font>

'''Released:''' Februrary 15th, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about his "favorite people in the multiverse" (sarcasm), those people or companies who make money off the selling of gold in MMORPGs.
* Hard line against gold sellers
* Won't compromise game experience for extra subs that gold sellers would bring
* Will not take money to turn a blind eye
* The way the game is built will make it harder for gold sellers to get things to sell
* Won't hesitate to ban if necessary

==Foundational Principle #6==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-6-rock-paper-scissors-natch/ ''Rock, paper, scissors, 'natch!'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 18, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about the impact of Rock-Paper-Scissors mechanics in [[Camelot Unchained]].
* Better game for it's niche market
* Non mirrored approach to the Realms, races, and classes
* Having each choice feel more unique
* Realizing that it will be harder to balance, but makes for a better game

==Foundational Principle #7==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-7/ ''Crafting shouldn't induce Carpal Tunnel Syndrome'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 22, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about the crafting system in [[Camelot Unchained]] and how it needs to avoid being too "old school."
* Crafting only reliable way to get armor, weapons and most items
* Cosmetic and low-level items may be obtained from venders
* No "rare drops" from NPCs
* Crafting will have it's own crafting class
* Leveling system make it so someone can't just dump a bunch of money to get a top tier crafter instantly
* Progressing in crafting won't require you to create large amounts of the same goods
* Items break and decay over time, so keep the market fresh
* Three tracks of crafting:
** Journeyman: some repairing, a few mundane items
** Master: magical and most mundane items
** Artisan: very powerful magical items
* Possible co-op crafting

==Foundational Principle #8==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-8/ ''This should be a chaotic game with epic surprises at every turn'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 26, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about random number generation, epic surprises, and other things to make a game feel more like a world.
* Slight randomness to where you won't always know the outcome
* Strong and fun critical hit/miss system.
* Such be random, and very rare to create "water color moments"
* Randomness to the environment, either over time or due to by player effects

==Foundational Principle #9==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-9/ ''Is it time for forced socialization to make a comeback in MMORPGs?'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 28, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark revisits the concept of forced socialization.
* Communicating to the player base, forming the larger community from the development of the game
* Encourage server, realm and class pride
* Encourage group play, and cooperation
* Create economic dependency between combat and crafting class
* Reward group cooperation

==Foundational Principle #10==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-10/ ''Pride, pride, everywhere pride…'']</font>

'''Released:''' March 7, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark talks about the importance of the various types of  pride in an MMORPG.
* Help make realm pride by providing a realm that players can identify with
* That every realm has their own goals, and neither of them are truly right or wrong; just different
* Give racial pride by offering unique and interesting races
* Non-mirrored class to help give class pride
* Balancing that where all sides are complaining the other two are OP
* Guild can get guildhalls, and encourage cooperation between guilds

==Foundational Principle #11== 
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-11/ ''Sandboxes are great fun for kids and adults too!'']</font>

'''Released:''' March 13, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark discusses what a sandbox game is, and whether [[Camelot Unchained]] is one of them.
* Camelot Unchained is not a true sandbox MMORPG, therefore it's not going to call itself one
* It will have sandbox elements though
* It will have defined classes, but no inherent restrictions on armor and weapon use 
* Eschewing of a lot of PvE to provide an open experience with no overlining script to follow
* Players get the tools to help create their world

==Foundational Principle #12==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-12-speed-matters/ ''Speed matters!''] </font>

'''Released:''' March 25, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Andrew talks about the importance of graphics, gameplay, and performance, and how they are interrelated.
* Game will be built to support a large number of players in the same area
* Smooth framerate for a lot of players more important then highest rate possible
* The focus will be on smooth gameplay, rather then highly detailed graphics
* Programmers and artists will be on the same page

==Foundational Principle #13==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-13-chaos-goes-boing/ ''Chaos goes Boing!'']</font>

'''Released:''' March 28, 2013

'''Summary:''' Here, Andrew talks about the role of randomness, craziness, and general chaos in a modern MMORPG.
* Adding physics to gameplay to open up chaotic possibilities, like getting crushed by a broken wall.
* Missed spells still exist, and couple other things.
* Avoid griefing, but still allow for wildly fun results.

==Foundational Principle #14==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-14-cse-subscriber-promises/ ''CSE SUBSCRIBER PROMISES'']</font>

'''Released:''' July 17, 2013

'''Summary:''' A very significant Foundational Principle. Here, Mark talks about his commitment to the way [[City State Entertainment]] will treat its Backers and future players. This is considered a must-read, on many levels.
#We will never lie to you, ever.
#We will remain responsive to you through our forums and Customer Service for as long as the game is running.
#We will fight Gold Sellers/Power Leveling services within our game from day one.
#We will stay in touch with our game and our players.
#We will always treat you well.
#We will continue to update/improve the game for as long as we are taking your money.
#We will release the compiled server code if we shut the game down.
#No copy protection required.
#We respect your privacy
#Our minimum specs are that, not a dead-end.
#If you find a bug in our game we thank you not attack you.

==Foundational Principle #15==
<font size="4">[http://camelotunchained.com/v2/foundational-principle-15-stretching-is-good-for-the-body-but-be-careful-not-to-overdo-it/ ''Stretching is good for the body but be careful not to overdo it!'']</font>

'''Released:''' February 12, 2014

'''Summary:''' Here, Mark lays out why [[Stretch Goals]] are an important part of any crowdfunded game, and explains how CSE will deal with them for [[Camelot Unchained]], "now and forever."
*Rule #1 - Don't add stretch goals to the game unless they add something the majority would liket o see
*Rule #2 - Don't over promise just to raise additional funding.
*Rule #3 - Don't promise stretch goals that require adding a lot of new people too quickly
*Rule #4 - Don't be like a horse wearing blinders when laying out a stretch goal.
*Rule #5 - Don't continue to add new stretch goals even if the donations are continuing to rise
*Rule #6 - Don't try to fit everything in for launch.
*Rule #7 - Never forget what you said to the backers when the first sought funding.

==Significant posts that touch on the Foundational Principles==

1) Top Ten Questions - [http://camelotunchained.com/v2/top-ten-questions-no-realm-ranks-abilities-what/ Top Ten Questions]. Here, Mark addresses some questions about the project, including the ever-popular question regarding Realm Ranks.

2) Clear as Mudd - [http://camelotunchained.com/v2/clear-as-mudd/ Clear as Mudd]. Here, Mark resorts to "one of his favorite things in the multiverse," using a movie reference to answer some additional questions regarding Realm Ranks.




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