97ADU Doug

Here's my take on this patch. I welcome the new challenge, and the difficulty that comes with it. But the one issue I have with this patch is that zombie's have been buffed when they are still buggy as hell. Apparently it said on the patch notes that zombies can no longer hit through walls. Iv been hit through walls several times. Iv even been hit through the floor in the fire station. The idea of making more zombies more difficult is excellent and I still enjoy the difficulty this patch brings. But Buff zombies that are buggy as hell is not challenging, its tedious. As long as zombies are obeying the laws of physics, this patch is great fun. But when I'm in the barracks, and 100 or so zombies are hitting me through windows, and walking though the floor, it just gets tedious. I personally would have focused on perfecting zombies before buffing them to this extent. But hey its still something new, guess were just gonna have to deal with the bugs, its not like its the first time.

bump, still looking for it.

Already did, still waiting for a reply on here and on there.

Alright, first of all let me make one thing clear. I love night. My motive behind making this post is because I love night, let me explain. How many good high pop servers that are relatively well policed have a 24 hr day/night cycle? A spare few. For me living in Australia, there are next to none for me. The only server Iv been able to find is the Balota Buddies whitelist server (hats off to them). So, why not add a perk that comes into effect when the sun goes down. Maybe the chances of rare loot spawning increases? Anything that will motivate people to play at night. Too long now have people just logged out when the sun goes down. Too many servers have a 24 hr day cycle. Where's the immersion? Wheres the thrill of running through the dark while hoarse moans and roars come from all around you? The horror of lighting up the hoard with a gunshot every so often? PS: if anyone knows of a 24hr day/night cycle namalsk server please let me know, cheers. (balota buddies namalsk server as good as it is has 24 hr day) I know why the admins put there servers on 24 hr daylight. To keep their servers alive, I can relate to that. I just want people to actually WANT to play at night so the admins don't have to set up their servers in this way. TL;)DR = Night is fun, people don't like it, lets force them to like it. Thoughts?

Ok, Im curious and would like to find out what % of players are in a possession of a .50 cal sniper. Apparently according to the latest posts, EVERYONE has one. I think its about time we found out what % EVERYONE comes under. So vote honestly this is an experiment. Also, if you have an AS50 and an M107, please select the one you prefer to use. Thxs for participating, and remember votes are anonymous. PS: feel free to leave a comment so that the poll remains on the front page thus all players will see it. That way we will get a wider variety of votes and the data will be more conclusive. NOTE, launched a second poll in order to find out how many people still play on public hive servers, to those who have moved on to private hives. This includes other dayZ maps/mods also. If you have time, give it a vote, cheers. LINK: http://dayzmod.com/f...e-hive-servers/

Yea guys, something has gone wrong with the poll haha, iv got no idea where its gone. Did a mod remove it? its possible but I doubt it. Either the forums bugged out, or i somehow foolishly deleted it. Forums bugging out is the most likely option.

Another fun poll with Doug, this time Id be interested to know how many of you out there are playing on public hive servers, versus, people who play on private hive servers. Or both. Simple enough right? If I'm to have a crack here and now, before the results come in, Id say the majority of you guys are on privates. But anyway lets find out. If you haven't voted in my previous poll: [Experiment POLL] % of people with a .50 cal sniper. Lets find out. vote here if you can spare the time, cheers: http://dayzmod.com/f...ut/page__st__60 Also Iv enable multiple choice, so If you play all of them, select all of them GO!

keep them rolling in guys

Right your are sir. Modified* Btw guys Im not asking whether or not you prefer using shotguns or other weapons over the .50cals, I just want to know how many people have access to them, regardless whether or not they are used, I also think Ill make a poll on how many people play private/public hive servers, so keep and eye out for that. EDIT: new poll mentioned above is up: http://dayzmod.com/forum/index.php?/topic/131525-experiment-poll-contrast-of-people-on-public-servers-to-private-hive-servers/ Thxs again for voting.

bumping this, lets see if those stats have changed at all with all the new players since I posted this.

Just a thought, there are no really dark closed in areas in chernarus, or any other maps for that matter. And when I mean dark and enclosed I mean its pitch black even during the day. It would be awesome, I'm thinking something along the lines of fallout 3 tunnels. The dark, infested with zombies, a flashlight on the end of the m4, gunshots that light up the tunnel for a split second to reveal the horror of the zeds within. Yes no? of course there would need to be a motive to go down there. Barracks perhaps? maybe a repairable train, (bit of an unrealistic idea with the train, but maybe for the future?). Some sort of cave at the very least? Thoughts.

I know why admins set 24 hr day, my suggestion is that we give them a good reason not to "flee".

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Recruitment status: Open Recruitment is now at Wave 4! Recruitment opened at 9pm AEST on the 28/12/12, please fill out a prelim application, even if you have already done so in a previous wave. Please download the OFFICIAL 97ADU Member's Handbook for highly detailed information: http://www.fileden.c...andbook 1.5.doc The 97th ANZAC Dental Unit is now recruiting! We are a group of like-minded players who believe in playing DayZ like it was meant to be played, for fun. Not just going around blasting fresh spawns in Cherno for their chemlights. We have both our own DayZ server and Teamspeak server, as well as approximately 32 of the best players down under, across the Tasman, and around the world. Our members are Primarily Australians and New Zealanders, but we take in members from all different countries. Still interested? Please continue reading as I describe in more depth the recruitment process and whether or not our organisation is for you. The recruitment process After filling out a preliminary recruitment application (detailed below), candidates that are viable for recruitment will be contacted via PM and a voice interview will be arranged. We will then ask you a series of questions that will be used to determine if you are a suitable fit into the ADU's ranks. We usually take anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours to reach a decision after the interview, and you will be the first to be notified if your application has been accepted or declined over a communication network of choice (Our Teamspeak server, forum PM, email, smoke signals etc.). If you make it this far, you will be fixed with the 'recruit' rank on our Teamspeak, which is basically a probationary phase, of which it is possible to fail. It lasts from anywhere between 1 - 3 weeks, depending on your performance and how trustworthy you prove. From here, recruits are then promoted to full members of the 97ADU. Requirements High maturity levels. (Having a joke is fine, but you need to know when to stop) A working microphone. Teamspeak 3 Being a reasonable person. If somone asks you to come pick them up in a car you're driving, dont just say no and drive off. Sense of humor. About us Allow me to get one thing clear. We are not a bandit organisation, quite the opposite. So if you enjoy activities such as sniping fresh spawns in Elektro, then this clan isn't for you. We are out to have fun and to lend a hand, however if we come under fire, then we have no qualms about shooting to kill. We all have a serious side, but when it comes down to it, we are all out to have fun, so remember that. Rules and Consequences We do NOT tolerate: The deliberate shooting of unarmed survivors. Stealing or deliberate dispossession of ADU equipment and/or vehicles (we share equipment, so if you need weapons/ammo, just ask!) Associating with a known bandit organisation. Disrespect against fellow ADU members regardless of their rank or organisation, this includes racist/sexist remarks etc. Hacking in any way, shape or form. Consequences Breaking any rules listed above will compromise your position within the 97ADU. The repercussions depend upon the severity of the infringement. Offenses such as hacking result in immediate expulsion, whilst others may result in a warning and/or being placed on probation. Again, If you are interested or have any questions at all, feel free to send me a PM or post here and I will get back to you ASAP. What to put in your post/PM: (Preliminary Recruit Application) - What name you go by in game? - Do you have a working mic? - How did you hear about us? -What is your age (note: we do not have an age restriction, only a maturity restriction, so be truthful please) - Do you have Teamspeak? - What are your best qualities that you think would benefit the 97ADU? - How long have you been playing DayZ? - Are you associated with any other clans? Thank you for your interest. -Doug 97ADU officer of external affairs & Recruitment

Welcome all new members. Still looking for more people interested in joining.

Balota buddies is quite a well run server. However I think their public hive is overkill to the extreme. Barracks. So many barracks. 5 in kamenka, 8 in bolata 4 in cherno, the list goes one. Its a constant death match with weapons that only experienced players are usually equipped with. Dont get me wrong, its well set up. But im tired of being killed and simply spawning on the coast and getting an m107 within 5 minutes. It takes away the fun, and the thrill of planning trips to hot spots. just my two cents

Messages sent, if anyone is still interested, fill out an app. As always have fun and I hope to see you out there.

Wave 4 is coming along well, still a few more slots open to those who are still keen.

Ok iv sent both of you our details, hope to see you both soon, everyone else keep it coming. As always have fun.

Just saw your post. Its 2:30 am here atm, ill send you a pm of our ts address in the morning and we can arrange an interview, cya there. -[97ADU] Doug Officer of external affairs and recruitment

Hey guys, just curious to know if anyone has any info on vilayer private hives. Logged on to a couple of vilayer servers today to find inventories wiped. This issue was experienced by everyone I talked too. So does anyone know if there was a vilayer wipe scheduled Or are the hives simply down? I also noticed that vehicles and tents did save along with all the gear they contained. cheers.

bump anyone?

So has the hack completely wiped the entire hive? Or will vilayer be able to recover the data and restore the servers?

Ok that explains it thxs for the reply.

Limitations of the Arma 2 engine. Basically.