Dec 23, 2011

Star Wars: The Old Republic went on sale for the first time in the U.S. Electronic Arts, the publisher of the game, has spent over 130 million dollars on its development. BioWare was in charge of the game’s development, and they believe it will be their most successful creation yet. Some gamers speculate that The Old Republic will take the role of the number...

Dec 3, 2011

I’m pretty sure that ever since modern versions of massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPG) came on the market, Internet providers in my area have seen their subscriber base increase significantly. Passionate MMORPG players are usually pretty good about sharing with their relatives and friends the news about new innovative titles as they...

Nov 24, 2011

Act 1 – Leviathan This battle follows the videogame rule of ‘three’, so count each appearance in your head to know when you’re almost finished. Ensure you stay inside the Silverback (for its protection) and don’t forget that its machine gun will eventually overheat, so fire it in short, sharp bursts. Your bullets should be aimed...

Nov 24, 2011

Throughout the wilderness of Skyrim, you can find thirteen of these ancient and powerful standing stones. Etched into each is the sign of one of the major constellations known throughout Tamriel. Touch the Stone, and you can choose to receive its blessing. You’ll focus the stone, and a bolt of pure magic arcs to the heavens. This blessing is now permanent,...

Nov 23, 2011

Combat Skills – Path of Might 1. Smithing Journeyman Trainer: Ghorza of Markarth. Expert Trainer: Balimund of Riften. Master Trainer: Eorlund Gray-Mane of Whiterun. 2. Heavy Armor Journeyman Trainer: Hermir Strongheart of Windhelm. Expert Trainer: Gharol of Dushnikh Yal, in The Reach. Master Trainer: Farkas of The Companions, in Whiterun. 3. Block There is...

Nov 23, 2011

Animal Allegiance Words of Power: Raan (Animal) — Mir (Allegiance) — Tah (Pack) Word Wall Locations: Angarvunde (The Rift): Dungeon Quest: Medresi Dran and the Wandering Dead Ancient’s Ascent (Falkreath Hold): This is a Dragon Lair. Ysgramor’s Tomb (Winterhold Hold): The Companions Quest: Glory of the Dead. Description: A Shout for help from...

Nov 23, 2011

The Words of Power used in Shouts are actual words from the ancient language of the Dragons. You will learn these Words in context from ancient inscriptions found on Word Walls throughout Skyrim. Each Shout has a unique effect, such as summoning or commanding a creature, striking foes with a blast of force to stun or disarm them, or calling down a powerful...

Nov 23, 2011

A stab in the dark (and the back): Stealthy adventurers seek to slay any foe with a swift attack their enemies never see coming. For those who lurk in the shadows, hoping to sneak past their enemies (or a watchful guard) undetected, or waiting for an opportunity to leap out and assassinate their hapless foes, you’d do well to heed the following advice: Gain...

Nov 23, 2011

Get the Gear: Be sure you’re searching for the correct gear. If you plan to focus on Archery, Dual-Wielding, or another aggressive combat style, then offense is your best defense: Look for enchanted weapons and armor that increase your damage-dealing potential. It is often worth wearing a “weaker” piece of armor if it carries an enchantment that helps your...

Nov 23, 2011

To maximize your potential in melee combat, choose a weapon you like, learn its rhythm, improve the associated perks, and try to find (or forge) the most potent version of it that you can. If you enjoy wielding a one-handed weapon, do you want a shield, spell, or another weapon in your free hand? Then figure out whether daggers (fast, lowest damage), swords,...

Nov 23, 2011

Statistic Focus: Magicka 80% / Health 20% Primary Skills: Destruction, Conjuration Secondary Skills: Illusion, Restoration Stone Ability: Mage Stone Essential Perks: Spellcasting Rank Perks, Destruction, Dual Casting, Augmented Flames, Frost or Shock Summoner, Elemental Potency, Illusion Dual Casting Weapons: Spells Armor: Mage Robes. Always take the highest...