- Gekkeiju Online
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developer = Coolhouse
engine = Irrlicht
version = Chapter I
genre =MMORPG
modes =Multiplayer
platforms =Microsoft Windows
media =Download
requirements =Intel Pentium 2000 MHz equiv. CPU, 512MB RAM,Internet access,DirectX 9, 256MBgraphics card ,sound card , 150MB+hard drive space
input = Keyboard, mouse"Gekkeiju Online" is a 3D
MMORPG developed by a Finnish indie software company, Coolhouse. It incorporatesanime -style characters into a medieval fantasy world."Gekkeiju Online" was a GameOgre.com online game of the week, highlighting the
MUD -style gameplay which is considered more in-depth than regular MMORPGs. [cite web |url=http://www.gameogre.com/gekkeijuonline.htm |title=Gekkeiju Online - Online Game of the Week |accessdate=2008-01-27 |format= |work=GameOgre.com ]Gekkeiju Online is currently under a complete redoing of the game world and most features. [cite web |url=http://gekkeiju.cjb.net:8080/wiki/index.php/New_World |title=Gekkeiju Online - New World|accessdate=2008-10-05 |format= |work=Gekkeiju Online Official Wiki ]
The game is free to play.
Races
The game's character options consist of nine playable character races, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.
Humans are the standard race in the game. They start with average values in all character stat points. They also begin with points in the fire building skill. Humans gain 100% of exp from kills and quests.
The Wood Elves (Referred to simply as elves in character creation) are an ancient and wise race who live in the forest town of Oakenshire. They have very high intelligence, wisdom, and dexterity, but are weaker, and tend to be frail in combat. Elves begin with points in the bows passive skill. Elves gain less experience then humans.
The Dark Elves of Mistwood are an evil race devoted to the demise of the other races. They are xenophobic and cruel, though exceptions do exist. Dark Elves begin with points in the hiding skill. They have all around good stats, though they get less exp then humans.
Wild Elves are a race of elves who are warlike and powerful, less intelligent then their High Elf cousins, but far stronger with better constitution though lower magical ability. Wild elves gain less exp then humans.
Catfolk are a curious race of humanoids with the tails and ears of cats. They are very quick and agile possessing great dexterity but lower strength and constitution then humans. Catfolk begin with points in the dodge skill. They receive less experience then humans.
Halflings are a small race of humanoids. Their natural curiosity has led them into most areas of the continent, and they can often be found amongst the bigger races. They are dexterous but much weaker and less hardy then humans. As a lesser race they receive more experience then humans.
Half-Giants are the offspring of humans and giants. They are very strong, and can take damage better then any other race, but their wisdom and intelligence are both virtually non-existent. Half-Giants begin with points in the fire building skill. Half-Giants gain the least experience of all the races.
The Dwarves are a short sturdy race who are well known for their strength and their skills in blacksmithing, and the making of strong ale. Dwarves have excellent stats in strength, dexterity, constitution, and wisdom, but have rather low intelligence. Dwarves gain less experience then humans.
Goblins are a tiny race of humanoids who live throughout the continent of Xalenia, forming crude tribal societies. They are frail and have terrible intellect, but have fairly decent strength and dexterity despite their size. Goblins start with points in the fire building skill, and gain more experience then humans.
Character classes
The game consists of five character classes, each with unique guilds (professions) and skills.
Warriors are the all around fighter-class which is mostly concentrated on melee-combat. New players always start as warriors.
Commoners are mainly a non-offensive class with guilds such as blacksmiths and tailors.
Magic Users are the magic using class, mainly using powerful offensive spells.
Divine Arts are a spellcaster class that uses divine spiritual magic such as healing-spells. Divine arts can also learn some combat skills.
Dark Arts are the evil counterpart of divine arts. Dark Arts spells are focused on damage used to supplement melee combat skill.
See also
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List of MMORPGs References
External links
* [http://www.gekkeijuonline.com Gekkeiju Online International]
* [http://forum.gekkeijuonline.com The Official Gekkeiju Online Forums]
* [http://www.gameogre.com/gekkeijuonline.htm Gekkeiju Online review on GameOgre.com]
* [http://www.mmorpg.com/gamelist.cfm/game/229 Gekkeiju Online at MMORPG.com]
* [http://www.mondespersistants.com/jeux/306/gekkeiju-online.html Gekkeiju Online at Mondespersistants.com]
* [http://www.onrpg.com/MMO/Gekkeiju-Online Gekkeiju Online at ONRPG.com]
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