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Onarru

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My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« on: January 21, 2012, 12:17:02 pm »

I'd like to start off by saying that I am by no means an expert, or even a competent, Dwarf Fortress player. I also know that these posts are done to death, but I love both playing, and watching this fantastic game. So when I decided to start uploading some let's plays to YouTube it was an easy first choice. I've uploaded a few episodes, and am quickly burning through the early stages of the game that I feel comfortable with, and am approaching the hilarity of the unknown/inexperienced. So if anyone here enjoys checking out new LPers then I'd love to hear what you think and thank you for any support. This game has a great community and I'm excited to become a part of it, rather than continue lurking  ;D

My Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/onarru1337
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2012, 05:40:56 pm »

More episodes coming? Enjoyed watching these and would like to see when the real Fun starts.
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Onarru

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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #2 on: January 28, 2012, 03:21:35 pm »

Yup, posted another one today actually. Next wave of dwarves should see the beginnings of a true military so more fun is on the horizon :P
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #3 on: January 28, 2012, 04:02:23 pm »

Just sitting down to watch Episode One. I'll critique everything constructively ;D
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #4 on: January 28, 2012, 04:40:51 pm »

Watching it right now in another tab.  Looks good so far, though I'm not a fan of texture packs.
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #5 on: January 28, 2012, 04:53:07 pm »

Quite a good Let's Play. I've watched the first episode, subscribed and i'm going to watch the rest of them tomorrow.
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #6 on: January 28, 2012, 05:35:41 pm »

I've tried to play without texture packs before, but there's just something about the ascii graphics that throws me off. I do, however, enjoy watching other people play with the original graphics.
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #7 on: January 29, 2012, 02:41:26 am »

May i please get a dwarf named?
Name: Aiki
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #8 on: January 29, 2012, 05:47:19 pm »

May i please get a dwarf named?
Name: Aiki

Done and done. Keep letting me know how I'm doing in the future :D
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #9 on: January 29, 2012, 06:13:44 pm »

Well. You aren't very skilled at DF obviously. Which is good! This will result in more fun! :D
I enjoyed the first seven episodes. Got better after you fixed the issues.
KILL TEH LAG THO
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Onarru

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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #10 on: January 29, 2012, 06:28:17 pm »

Yeah I'm having trouble figuring out the lag, I don't think its Fraps because most of the time it run perfectly :/ Whatever the problem is, restarting the computer before recording seems to fix it so I'll stick with that XD
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #11 on: January 29, 2012, 06:44:36 pm »

Yeah I'm having trouble figuring out the lag, I don't think its Fraps because most of the time it run perfectly :/ Whatever the problem is, restarting the computer before recording seems to fix it so I'll stick with that XD

If any of the caravn got attacked/died, they may declare war on you... Watching 8.5 as we speak.

Edit: I also invite you to my Succession fort for genesis. Check the thread. Laststand. ;D

Also; I claim the first axedwarf you fully equip that is male. You will tell me all about him >:L
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #12 on: January 29, 2012, 08:45:08 pm »

The videos are entertaining and you've got a clear voice. Nice work there. Also nice to see what's the Genesis mod all about, haven't tried it myself.

Just in case you're not aware of reports: see that red C and blue S in the upper left corner of your game screen? The red C means there are (hopefully amusing) combat reports waiting for you to read. Hit r and select an unit to read combats related to it. You'll also probably find out who fired those arrows in the woods. The blue S means your soldiers have been sparring, which is always good. Green H are hunting reports. The letters will appear again when a new fight starts, so keep an eye on it.

Also, around 17:15 in the 8.5 episode when the migrants come: to see what a dwarf is wearing, wielding and carrying, hit v and then i. v-w shows their injuries and thirst/hunger/etc statuses.
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Re: My First Let's Play: Dwarf Fortress
« Reply #13 on: January 29, 2012, 09:31:56 pm »

Awesome advice :D I can't wait to read through the combat reports. ^^
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« Reply #14 on: January 30, 2012, 12:50:54 pm »

Looking forward to seeing more episodes from you. Good luck :)
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