Discovered new vein of CoH-fun...

So last night in Atlas (on Freedom), I stumbled across an uber-newb and his g/f, both on Trial Accounts.

They were long-time WoW players, coming to CoH because, in his words, he "heard the players were really nice", and the Costume Creator was "awesome".

Invited them both to join me, gave them each some start-up Inf, and ran a few of their early missions with them, explaining various concepts, mechanics, tips, etc. as needed. Was also able to keep them SB'd for travelling.

It was a very rewarding experience, and I intend to try to find some more uber-newbs to help out again tonight, if possible.

I know some, perhaps *many* players already do the same kind of thing, I just want to encourage them, and suggest it as an alternative activity in general if you're feeling bored with whatever you're up to in-game.

And not just for the benefits of building the player base. For me, the time spent with the newbs passed very quickly (2.5 hours in the blink of an eye), and it was really fun seeing it all through their eyes again (after many years of play). It also left me with a nice warm-fuzzy feeling, and reminded me of the first player to take me under their wing as an uber-newb back in the day (Thanks Orion Arms!).

[Of course, 5 minutes after leaving those two newbs, a lowbie called me "another selfish, self-serving hero" for not agreeing to PL him in the AE (as I was about to log off).]

So if you're feeling like you've "hit the wall" on content or TFs or Badging or whatever, let me recommend taking a break, finding some true newbs, and offering your assistance... it is, as I said, very rewarding in many ways.

New? This has been one of my main CoH activities for ages

I generally don't go that far out of my way, but whenever I see a low-level toon without any vet badges, I make it a point to spare a few mil worth of Infamy.

Then again, I rarely hang around Mercy Island, so that's a rare occurence.

I have only one question after reading your post.




.....Onion Arms???

good goin rob, when i have the time(less lately) i do this as well. new players are what determine whether here will continue to be here, so even if you aren't social, it just makes sense to grow the next crop of players and make them happy. (plus they sometimes send you a pm thanking you months later, that is really awesome when it happens)

Take the Magic: The Gathering 'What Color Are You?' Quiz.

When I'm not being a huge recluse, I tend to help new players along whenever I can. I've done what I can to help them both materially and through guidance, as it really does feel nice. Sadly, despite being very excited and enthusiastic, I've never seen Trial players go ahead and purchase a full account. They just sort of fade away when their Trial time is up. Disappointing, but it's the thought that counts, after all.

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Originally Posted by Arcanaville Samuel_Tow is the only poster that makes me want to punch him in the head more often when I'm agreeing with him than when I'm disagreeing with him.

Good Story!

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Originally Posted by EnigmaBlack Good for you Roberto! At least there is one nice player on Free... I won't go there...

>.> psst....Redside on Freedom has nicer pplz.

The best thing about this is, it's self-perpetuating. If those players decide to stick around for longer, they will be more inclined to help out newbies when they get to the point of being veterans.

Ironically, helping fellow heroes learn the ropes is more rewarding than helping the NPC civilians. At least that's what I think. BUT I'm still not going to PL you!

Leave those kids alone Pedobear.

I dont know if I should commend you for helping newbies, or call the cops...

nice work! I love vets who help out.

I like to chase all the lvl5 n below around in atlas and dump a mil or so inf on em. every once in a while