Port Battles for Dummies

[Angus McGregor]

Well - the upcoming PBs will certainly be an opportunity for players who have never had the opportunity to participate before. Problem is,,,, those people don't have a clue what to do. And don't say "just get on Teamspeak" it'll be fine.  We know what happens when a bunch of inexperienced people do that.

"I'm here!" - "My cannons aren't firing when I click my mouse" - "I'm sinking!!" - "Where should I be?" - "Are we winning yet?"- "Run away!"

Can someone please link to a forum port (or create one)?

• what to, not to do?
• what is unusual but normal in a PB - crap FPS, firing lag, ??.
• when in doubt, do 'X'.
• when in doubt, don't do 'Y'.

A link to a Youtube video that shows the whole PB entry process in its current form would be good too. What to click to get in? The other day I saw one that showed a choice between three groups. 'Forward/Center/Rear' I think. I'd never seen that before. What's the rule of thumb for which group to choose?

Regardless of nationality, there's going to be a lot of people trying this for the first time. It'd be good if it was a somewhat enjoyable experience.

[Angus McGregor]

Good info, and that's the video I was referring to!

So it's the same as joining any other battle, click the Crossed Swords.

Entering PB immediately because of hostility points - are these the points shown in Map->more->Conquest information->Earned hostility points? Or did you have to contribute to the effort to trigger this specific PB? (Just curious) Any idea how many is enough to enter immediately?

I hadn't thought of not being able to use ranging shots, but it makes perfect sense with the visual lag.

But in the end I cannot use Teamspeak, so maybe I should do what I can for screening. Only jump into PB if need is critical.

 

Thank you rediii, I appreciate the help.