Some of the more weird suggestions...

[Svip]

Well, I have two suggestions in mind:

A. The date system
It's known that the Romans used another time system we do ( BC, AD ), their system was based on the creation of Rome, which was about 517 years before 1 BC, I would like the game to follow that system.

B. Possible for Latin language
It's also known that the Romans spoke Latin, how about the game was also released in Latin ( possible in the English version of the game )? Hmm?

[balint]

1. Nice idea. I think to remember that CIII was similar. Rome was founded, if we believe the legend, April 21st, 753 B.C.

2. Very nice idea.

[Svip]

Sadly, Cæsar ( I have an 'æ', so why may I not use it? ) III did not have the Roman time system. That was one thing that sadden me. :(

[dreamsoftwilight]

Neat ideas! Or we could have fake-latin in the game for those who cant read Latin.

Use ae combination where possible, use the v instead of u as in "Clavdivs" use only roman numerals for everything. Have all the signs and stuff written in latin - you could have little jokes in the signs for people to figure out like they do in series where there are alien languages. :D

[Svip]

Neat ideas! Or we could have fake-latin in the game for those who cant read Latin.

Use ae combination where possible, use the v instead of u as in "Clavdivs" use only roman numerals for everything. Have all the signs and stuff written in latin - you could have little jokes in the signs for people to figure out like they do in series where there are alien languages. :D
Sic transit gloria mundi... ¬¬

[dreamsoftwilight]

Thus we pass through this glorious world. :p

[Rubicon]

I didn't know Gloria was sick...
Sic transit gloria mundi... ¬¬

[Svip]

I didn't know Gloria was sick...
It isn't, "gloria" is quite easy, it means "glorious", while "mundi" means "world". "Sic" and "transit" should then be quite clear.

[dreamsoftwilight]

"sic" isnt one of those clear latin words, unless youve taken certain college courses... I wasnt even sure what it meant and had to look it up.

[sitearm]

Yes, she got sick Monday transiting to work...

http://www.fengshuichat.com/sitearm/images/diana_8.jpg
I didn't know Gloria was sick...

[Svip]

"sic" isnt one of those clear latin words, unless youve taken certain college courses... I wasnt even sure what it meant and had to look it up.
Well, for more in detail version, you go here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sic_%28Latin%29). I'm sorry I am showing off so many Wikipedia links, but they simply have information about everything.

[sitearm]

You're a good sport Svip! As they used to say, illegitimi non carborundum! ;)

http://www.fengshuichat.com/sitearm/images/diana_9.jpg

Well, for more in detail...

[imhotep3147]

You're a good sport Svip! As they used to say, illegitimi non carborundum!


I got!! "You've got a stolen carburator!!!" Man I knew that Latin would come in handy. :D :p

[vic_4]

Or you can add suffix us to any name
Vicus_IV

[Keith]

Well, I have two suggestions in mind:

A. The date system
It's known that the Romans used another time system we do ( BC, AD ), their system was based on the creation of Rome, which was about 517 years before 1 BC, I would like the game to follow that system.

B. Possible for Latin language
It's also known that the Romans spoke Latin, how about the game was also released in Latin ( possible in the English version of the game )? Hmm?

A. To adhere to that system would also require a 10 month year. Unfortunately, most people that will play this game won't be able to relate to that sort of dating system. Not everyone is a Roman history gronard.

B. Not likely. A few Latin words or phrases sprinkled in for effect would be fine, but an entire game in Latin would be annoying, even with a enlish option. Beside the Latin of today is suppoedly different than that spoken by the actual Romans. In general, I don't think they have the time or resources to devote to a bi-linqual version of the game.

[sitearm]

:confused:

... Not everyone is a Roman history gronard...
..............

[Keith]

Often spelled "grognard" but more commonly "gronard" nowadays.

Not a technical term as such, but a term you'll hear in wargaming. It refers to experienced (and, these days, often middle aged) wargamers. The term was originally used as a nickname for members of Napoleons Old Guard. The term is French and means, literally, "grumbler." It reflects the attitude of the veteran troops who knew what was really going on but couldn't do much about it. So they grumbled, and so do most wargame grognards.

Commonly means devoted or fanatical fan.

[sitearm]

Could it be construed (stretched) to imply "old hand" (non-pejorarative for "experienced") gamer? I've been looking for the counter-term for "newbie" (non-pejorative for "beginning") gamer?
Often spelled "grognard" but more commonly "gronard"...

[arcan]

Could it be construed (stretched) to imply "old hand" (non-pejorarative for "experienced") gamer? I've been looking for the counter-term for "newbie" (non-pejorative for "beginning") gamer?
If you use accept the french meaning of it "grognard" definitely include the 'experienced' meaning. But you'd better be very carful about the way you use it if you don't want to be pejorative... :eek:

[wodinoneeye]

Neat ideas! Or we could have fake-latin in the game for those who cant read Latin.

Use ae combination where possible, use the v instead of u as in "Clavdivs" use only roman numerals for everything. Have all the signs and stuff written in latin - you could have little jokes in the signs for people to figure out like they do in series where there are alien languages. :D


Really dim would be having all the numeric displays in roman numerals......

[Svip]

A. To adhere to that system would also require a 10 month year. Unfortunately, most people that will play this game won't be able to relate to that sort of dating system. Not everyone is a Roman history gronard.

B. Not likely. A few Latin words or phrases sprinkled in for effect would be fine, but an entire game in Latin would be annoying, even with a enlish option. Beside the Latin of today is suppoedly different than that spoken by the actual Romans. In general, I don't think they have the time or resources to devote to a bi-linqual version of the game.
A. I would say, why not? People doesn't have to know what's going on the system, it's just something that'll keep you relative to your current position in time and space. It wouldn't even hurt the players experience, it probably would be mentioned in the manual, but your opinion wouldn't seem that valid, other than the fact if you want complete retards to play the game.

B. First of all, I said Latin as an idea, such as you could normally have the game in English, but you could for a better game experience ( as in, you know what all the buttons are, etc. ) try the game in Latin. True that they speak different Latin today, than they did in the Roman Empire, it would still be a fun feature to have.

[dreamsoftwilight]

As much of a language nut as I am, I too would find a game done all in Latin to be annoying. The interface Buttons could be done in Latin, or like I said, signs and building names, but having the feedback and the speaches of the peoples in latin as well wouldnt be fun.

[sitearm]

Uh oh... sounds like it's not the right one then. I've been categorizing some articles on gaming terms and found a vehement discussion of how "newbie" is ok (non-insulting) but "noob" is not (very insulting). These things intrigue me but mostly after they're settled. :rolleyes: Just wanna' know reliable terms to use when needed. Thanks! :)

If you use accept the french meaning of it "grognard" definitely include the 'experienced' meaning. But you'd better be very carful about the way you use it if you don't want to be pejorative... :eek:

[dreamsoftwilight]

Ive never heard noob used in a nice way. Newbie can be used the sameway as noob, but Ive never heard it used like that really.

If you use grognard, dont slipup and say gonard or gonad instead. :D :p hehe