NetherCode

3/1/2010 - It has now been 1-year since the Nethercode project began. It is time to solidify and begin our game. Over the next 3-years we will now bring our game into existence. Even though all of the basic training modules have not been completed I am hoping that having a direction for our game will assist in the completion of the basic modules. During the course of the game development we will be bringing a server online to assist with the basic beta testing of our game. From the very start we will be planning for the never ending expansion of our game (additional servers).

The game takes place in space where the battle for supremacy will be between 5 factions. The central character will be your "ship" or spacecraft. The players may begin their adventure by choosing one of the five factions which will determine their starting position in the galaxy. If the game continues to grow will other galaxies be visited and other factions discovered (additional servers)? Only time will tell! Within the game galaxy each faction has a stronghold around their solar system and will attempt to win control over neutral solar systems for power and resources.

As you expand your solar system and build space stations, way stations, or depots; trade centers will appear where you can buy and sell resources, ship enhancements like armor, weapons, larger engines and specialty device to enhance your abilities. Besides building a strong ship for battle you may want to consider building a fast ship with a crew of your friends for the weekly races that will be held to determine position on the race leader board. Be careful who you attack in the game or you may find a reward on your head/ship that can be collected by other players. You could also be banned by one of the 5-factions in the game and only be able to trade on the black market where the pirates and cut throats of the galaxy trade. Or you may find yourself posted on the "Wanted" board by another player. You will want to check the Wanted and Information boards at the various planets and space stations throughout the galaxy. You may decide to take refuge by joining one of the guilds that socialize and have headquarters throughout the galaxy.

No matter what you do or where you go in 'Netherworld' be sure to keep collecting the 'Hydron' that is used as a basic trading medium in the game and can be used, sold, traded or exchanged for credits.

From this point forward each training module will now include a "The Game" section that will transition into the role and coding portion that each module plays in the actual game.