Retalion Wrote:Wow... that was A LOT more informative than I thought it would be and Im frankly surprised how much information was given.

Here's what I got from those answers:

 Spoiler

1. The Maesteria expansion is HUGE (I see that as an indication from the "bigger is better" comment anyways)
2. the new expansion (like Isaac has guessed) will probably be reached by the taxi or through the mansion (which is on the left of Maesteria) or it'll use the yeti (which is also on the left).
3. If the highest level'd monster is 120, then either 1. We have some pro places to train at or 2. We have a miniboss/boss coming (Looking at the level range, its going to be harder/greater than manon/griffey, maybe even pianus... Im guessing perhaps at the level of pap? Yeti sphinx boss plox!)
4. Its funny. Before this was posted, I had sent a PM to Isaac regarding how nearest town scrolls dont work in Maesteria. Looks like they answered it xD Eagle Eyed Sleuths... Direct reference at Isaac xD
5. The reference to the "Yeti Smash" makes me wonder (and hope) for the Yeti Sphinx to be released, hehe
6. No Tespia. Cya'll August or something.

Yeah... this gave me more information than expected. btw, what's the logo that they keep refering to?

Edit: @ Takebacker: Consider this: Pap is only 125 and Manon/Griffey are only 105ish. Pianus is only 110 and Black Crow is only 115... yet they're all considered bosses. 120 for bosses is definitely imaginable.

Retalion Wrote:Yeah... this gave me more information than expected. btw, what's the logo that they keep refering to?

Edit: @ Takebacker: Consider this: Pap is only 125 and Manon/Griffey are only 105ish. Pianus is only 110 and Black Crow is only 115... yet they're all considered bosses. 120 for bosses is definitely imaginable.

NxProse Wrote:Masteria or Ossyria?

Good pizza or good burgers? Both leave you satisfied. With all the effort put into that fantastic place, it'd be rather arrogant to say Masteria
at this point. Maybe in a few years, the players can decide that for themselves. =)

What level range is the new Masteria expansion for?

Lowest monster is 45, highest is 120.

Quote:Did the Bronze Sack you guys release do any good for the economy like you guys planned? Will you continue to sell them in the future?

We're still evaluating it, so we'll see.

Does the recent iTCG code items have anything to do with the new content?

Story-wise, yes.

Any Party Quests involved?

Maybe. =)

When is the next Content Test Server sign up going to be?

For Masteria, there isn't going to be one. Everyone is going to experience the update at the same time. =)

Quote:why was Maple Island altered?

To make it easier for beginners to start out and get into the game.

Has anyone thought of porting maplestory to linux? There is a fairly large base of maplers that use linux and are interested in playing but
face extreme difficulty doing so.

No, this isn't something we're pursuing at the moment, but in the future, you never know.

Has anyone toyed with the idea of a new major boss? Something a little superior to krexel while at the same time being in the same league as horntail, zakum, pianus, and papulatus.

I will say this, my ideal boss fight is more similar to the Amorian Challenge. Not exact, but the same ideals of strategy, attacking, and dodging.
Thinking under pressure is always an excellents way to gauge how good you are. =)

I'm glad to see that you solved the problem with windowed mode (i've seen dxwnd running around since 06') so that leads me to are you going to create original software like that in the future?

We're always looking into different ways to play the game, so just stay tuned. =)

Will there be new content for higher lvl players (lvl 120+) to enjoy in this next patch?

Yes.

How long has it taken for the development of the Masterian Expansion?

A long, long time. It'll be worth it! =)

Will we expect to see future locations in Masteria in a faster pace? (Not once every year =X).

Well, the key is not once per year, it's how many areas you actually get. That said, good stuff takes a while =).
I'd love to do one a month, but that isn't really feasible. Once you see the new area and the scope, you'll understand a bit better.
We wanted a lot more than just a new background. =)

Quote:Will the new area be any good for mages in general?

See the Logo in the other post. =)

Have 2hour 2x Cards been discussed? I can find a 2 hour playing window but I can’t usually find the time for 4 hours. I think 2 hour cards would be far more practical and flexible and suit casual gamers like me much better.

We discuss a lot of things, but nothing concrete yet.

You've mentioned before that high level content is hard to design. Making me feel like you guys are cooking up something unique and challenging, not just higher level monsters with more hp. Are you satisfied with the progress your team is making on future high level content? I hope we're not waiting in vain.

It's trickier, but you are not waiting in vain =). We're pretty confident that it will be a true test of your skills.

Do you like Pirates or Ninjas more?

Ninjas.

About the masteria map (image) it seems that the map show a part of the continent, we are going to get the other parts of the continent?

It would be nice to visit those areas, wouldn't it?

will there be new weapons? for all classes

That logo really does say everything.

what lvl is your masteria favorite unreleased monster?

The *Yeti Smash!*.

Quote:I was wondering if you guys would ever consider cutting Axe and BW users some slack by giving them a weapon up to par with swords that they can use in higher levels, maybe one with a fast attack speed like the Ribgol sword, or any other bonus to give Axe and BW users a pat on the back. It doesn't have to be remarkable, just something to keep the motivation alive.

This is fair point, and you guys are important, and we do have some stuff that balances it out in-game, so we'll defeinately keep you guys in mind for the future.

In comparison to the first part of Masteria, how would you rate this upcoming release of Masteria? Better, worse...

Bigger is always better. =)

Do you plan to add more areas in Masteria that we still don't know about?

Heheh...there's always stuff to add!

What are your goals for the remainder of 2008 like?

Basically, make this year the best that Maple has seen. We've added a lot, and it's only going to get better.

How do you put up with people's insults towards your job,and towards the company as a whole,and still find some sort of enjoyment out of your occupation?

That's easy. If you make a couple million players smile and a couple thousand frown, you enjoy the smiles and see what needs to be done to get the others to join them.
We aren't always perfect, and we do make mistakes. Even so, people enjoying something I created is what gets me out of bed in the morning.

Quote:Some are ranting one how pirates are gonna be censored due to the "guns not fitting into the E rating", would it be "edited" to fit the rating?

I'll say this: My Yeti laughs well everytime he sees a thread like that.

What are some of your favorite obscure shows?

Firefly, NY Undercover...the Mysterious Cities of Gold.

Is the annoying return scroll disablement in Masteria there for something, or is it just for laughs?

Nope, it's there for a reason. Eagle-eyed sleuths can probably deduce this once they finish the new quests.

did you readded aqua seraphim to cash shop because u were fixing the bug of the pole arms/spears having wrong animation?

Yep.

Quote:Just one question. What is "X"?

"Anything specific". We don't give dates. =)

what's your opinion on the new KMST area, the Time Temple? It looks awesome and it'd be neat to see what the team at Nexon America thinks of it.

Heh, everything they make is awesome, so there you go.

What goes through your minds when making a map?

Out of order, navigation, new wrinkles, intent, mobs, playability, overall scope are a few.

Why did this company recieve an F from the BBB?

We basically had to contact them and show them we responded to the inquiries. It's a BB now.

Are Masteria's graphics done in-house or do you guys send the concept art to Nexon Korea for processing?

Concept Art here, sent for in-game design.

So, will Nexon America add special Nexon America features? For example, something not tested/made in Nexon Korea?

The Masteria/Amoria updates are an example of this. There is stuff there that doesn't currently exist anywhere else.

My Skunk, he wants to go there so bad! Maybe open the doors for him

Who said its a door? =)

That person... looks a lot like John Barricade. Might this be his brother Jack?

They do look alike don't they? In due time, this one will be answered.

And, lastly, pepsi or coke?

Neither. Tropical Punch FTW.

Which side (of NLC) will the expansion be on?

As Beyonce would say...to the left.

are there any plans to fix the disconection problem that marksmen have when doing over 100k with pierce?

We're looking into it.

Takebacker Wrote:The logo is from the other masteria teaser thread.

Eh, maybe it was an overshot for pianus, pap, and black crow but we definitely know we aren't getting a zakum/HT type boss.

*New thought* Zomg if they end up making a black crowish boss that drops a GODLY weapon.

Retalion Wrote:@ the image: ZOMG A GREEN ARROW!!! MAYBE IT'LL ADD 4321432198978 attack... oh wait, it doesnt stack with soul arrow. Who cares!

Quote:Misread one of the questions:

"Will there be any content for Level 120 players in the next patch?"

In this area, yes. Next patch, no.

No Masteria content is coming in the patch tonight. =)

Retalion Wrote:Just came out 2 minutes ago. This post seems to mean (for me anyways) that the Maesteria expansion will come out in parts =X

Retalion Wrote:Just came out 2 minutes ago. This post seems to mean (for me anyways) that the Maesteria expansion will come out in parts =X

IsaacGS Wrote:Nah, what it's saying is that .58 tonight is bug fix and bug fix only. Technically that's the next patch and he was trying to prevent confusion tomorrow when nothing new comes out.

Retalion Wrote:I know and definitely dont expect to get a HT/zak like boss but I wouldnt be surprised to see something similar to Pap or Pianus (I'd personally like to see an end game face accessory for us or something but that's a stretch).

@ the image: ZOMG A GREEN ARROW!!! MAYBE IT'LL ADD 4321432198978 attack... oh wait, it doesnt stack with soul arrow. Who cares!

Takebacker Wrote:There's a ton they can do to fix that though. Have them bought in the store for 1 meso each, have them be able to stack with soul arrow (hell yes if that happens), and possibly just have them massively drop from enemies?

Luscent Wrote:If +attack arrows start to stack with Soul Arrow it would be a serious godsend. That extra attack would be extremely nice.

Takebacker Wrote:He did say last year that archers would be jumping for joy with masteria. Either that's it, or it's a powerful bow, or even a training spot. If they just keep pushing out arrows i'll be a tad disappointed...i'm expecting a REALLY kickass bow/xbow.

Holypie Wrote:that would mean that, with 1 (?) atk arrow you could have infinite? kewll...

Quote:Some are ranting one how pirates are gonna be censored due to the "guns not fitting into the E rating", would it be "edited" to fit the rating?

I'll say this: My Yeti laughs well everytime he sees a thread like that.