Haha, loving it!

[CerebralZombie (DayZ) 151]

So I had bought the Arrowhead Expansion and installed the mod/patch ect, and it was my first time playing Arma at all so I decided to jump right in! I started on the shore line in the water and started my adventure, without even looking at the controls. To my left was a small town that I went near very slowly and a few zombies had seen me so I ran into the water to swim away. (Later my brother told me if you swim you usually lose you backpack, which I had...) Anyways I did a quick run through the town to find nothing except an aggro on my tail. Iran n' ran through the forest and after 15-20min or so I finally out run/lost him. 2 hours in I'd only come across a gas can n' windshield, so I ended up signing off and taking a break for the night. (Slept) Today I joined up again and went at it! My brother said I should really have looked at an online DayZ map so I wouldn't get lost and so I could find the bigger towns to get supplies such as blood packs, food, drinks, ect... Well I ended up finding some nice farm land and found a gun n' an axe which later I traded for a rifle and 20+ rounds, also a can of food and coke. So I've been playing around 4+ hours and have not died once. I do have to say I have watched a few videos including "The Days Ahead" series, and I read one forum post in this section which gave a few tips also.

So for all you noobs that have or are about to give up, don't! As much as I'd love to have a group to run with I can't complain. If anyone live in the West of America/Canada and wouldn't mind a good member to add to their group just message me! I have Vent, Skype, and Mumble.

Thanks for your time,

CZ~

[CerebralZombie (DayZ) 151]

Sorry about breaking the rule of finding members to group up with. This post wasn't intended for that purpose, but just a little add on.

Edited July 13, 2012 by CerebralZombie

[species5021 28]

Off to a great start, well done mate. Glad atleast some people are learning from the many DayZ videos out there.

Lots of groups operating out there, good luck to you!

[disorder 344]

I also think you should play some of the military content (campaigns or scenarios) as it helps with tactics and discipline. I notice a lot of people just get the game and jump right into DayZ, which might make you miss something important you could use later.

[resident_leeonheart@yahoo.com 32]

Sounds pretty much like my second day experience with the mod. Keep up the good work!

[EnermaX 59]

And I expected another OMG ITS SO HARD WITHOUZ A WEAPON AT START OMGOMGWHINE-thread.

Well done.

[CerebralZombie (DayZ) 151]

Thanks for the comments, and I've played more today so here's the update! I still have no backpack, but I've gathered enough supplies here n' there and have used it too. I just found a tent with food, a hand gun, blood pack, and drinks. Oh and a watch + map! I ran into two other players that were very helpful. I gave him some ammo for his Ak and he gave me a blood transfusion. I may be a little lost but my brother said with the watch and the lighting you see on the watch works as a compass itself. I am heading now to Chernogorsk to give it a shot and meet some players. Mainly for proper supplies since I don't think I can trust many people... especially ones on higher ground. (i.e. Roof tops n' buildings. =P) I will also try some campaigns/scenarios for practice and learning as suggested, and since I've also seen a couple videos of scenarios that look very fun!

I will continue my journey tomorrow, and best of luck to myself as I still continue to fight on! If I'm going to die, Chernogorsk is where I'll do it! Haha, peace!