Back and looking for a PBEM

Shogun Gunner · September 20, 2008, 00:24

Hey everyone...I'm back after almost a two year absence from Poly. I was in grad school getting my masters in technology management. So, being in school for 8 hours on Saturday with team meetings during the week and doing homework on Sundays really made any hobby impossible. This degree program was great because it didn't interfere with my job. Now I have my degree and some of my time back.

However, my increase in IT knowledge has come at a price of Civilization knowledge. I literally have not played a single game in very long time. I've regressed to beginner due to never playing a PBEM with cIV.

I'm looking to join and/or start up a PBEM. However, I remember some attributes of PBEMs that I found less than desirable.

1. Players who just "disappear" leaving everyone else hanging...
2. Players who are constantly late playing their turns...
3. Players who interpret rules and fair play with an extremely biased, self-serving point of view

So...looking for a FRIENDLY game with folks that share my outlook on PBEMs.

Shogun Gunner · September 20, 2008, 19:39

Wow. Has this site died? I remember much more activity, users, threads, etc. Only 5 reads of this posting in about 24 hours...

What's going on here? Has this much changed in Apolyton in just 18-24 months? What did I miss?

GeoModder · September 20, 2008, 20:01

People have, in general, switched to pitboss.

(Pitboss takes care of at least 2 of your gripes btw)

That, and Civ4:Colonization is due.

Hercules · September 20, 2008, 20:02

Well yes it has slowed down. There are few new games starting up, though I have to say I am in a fast moving Pbem game: Middleton's Advance.

A lot of games go the Pitboss route.

But the point you make and reflected in new CIV game start ups is well made.

btw I am still relatively new to CIV so I am up for a new game.

Oh and it is also a Saturday.

Shogun Gunner · September 21, 2008, 04:36

wow....dare I say this? What is pitboss? I guess I'll read the cIV manual and try to figure that out...I'm assuming its the multiplayer feature of cIV. Thanks.

Its a bit disappointing to see Poly fade away...

GeoModder · September 21, 2008, 07:20

Pitboss is all the advantages of PBEM with a set timeframe (decided by the players) on when a new turn begins.
Basically, its a server with a civ4 game on it where the game is open for everyone with the correct password (if enabled) and the correct password for each of the civs (also if enabled, but that's almost a must

). When the timer expires, a new turn begins whether all the participants have played their turn or not.
The only downtime is when the server's computer is down for whatever reason, so its imperative to have a relyable one for a smooth game.

O yes, and usually it runs simultaneously, so if two players happen to be online at the same moment they can do their moves at the same time.

Beta · September 21, 2008, 23:51

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Originally posted by Shogun Gunner
wow....dare I say this? What is pitboss? I guess I'll read the cIV manual and try to figure that out...I'm assuming its the multiplayer feature of cIV. Thanks.

Its a bit disappointing to see Poly fade away...

Pitboss rules - but pbem still lives.

And Poly ain't going anywhere.

And great to see you Shogun!!!!

I will gladly join in a new pbem game with you. And I am sure we can twist a few other arms. Hercules? Wittlich? Rhothaerill? (ooops. He's still a weenie.)

But if you want to run a pitboss game, you will probably find considerable interest, and sufficient support to host the game. If you are going to host - the first question is whether you are Ok to have your PC on 24/7.

And last question. Wanna be a Templar, and kill rabbits??

(hint hint - the answer is yes.)

Wittlich · September 22, 2008, 12:27

Welcome back into the fold Shogun!

Beta · September 27, 2008, 22:38

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Originally posted by Shogun Gunner

Its a bit disappointing to see Poly fade away...

The only one fading here is you, Shogun.

Do you want to start a new pbem game? Say 4 players. 5 max.

Skyrider68 · October 3, 2008, 02:20

Shogun,
Saw your post; I have been away from gaming for a number of years myself, and I too am trying to get back into Civ4. I've never played it multiplayer, but I would like to try, be it PBEM, Pitboss, or whatever variety is in favor these days. I'd have to rank myself as a novice again, given the time that has passed.

I could commit to something that involved one or two turns a day. If you can find a few people who are in a similar boat, maybe we can get a game started?

Please post or private message me if you know of any games starting up that fit the bill.

I'm playing (vanilla) Civ 4 with the 1.74 patch. May be willing to upgrade to BtS if enough people want to get a game going.

--Skyrider

Beta · October 3, 2008, 15:59

Hi Skyrider. If Shogun doesn't show up soon, we may start the game without him.

And most are playing BTS now, but I am easy and can play any version folks want.

Nugog · October 6, 2008, 05:49

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Originally posted by Beta
And last question. Wanna be a Templar, and kill rabbits??

(hint hint - the answer is yes.)

Nugog · October 6, 2008, 05:50

But..................... I could be interested - depending on settings.

RobWorham · October 6, 2008, 07:52

I echo Nugog's sentiments about another PBEM........

Beta · October 6, 2008, 14:50

Ok - so that would be:

Geo
Hercules
Wittlich
Skyrider68
Beta
Nugog
Rob

Which is probably too many for a pbem game? Is everyone still interested?

How about a regular or large size stringy pangaea type of map?

And how about - for a twist - we cannot choose civs that have either financial or industrious as a trait - those being recognized in some circles as the two strongest traits.

Or - along the same lines, we pick civs for each other. The old "Misfits" theme, where you assign your randomly picked opponent with what you think is a weak civ.