RingCast

RingCast #23

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 22:01:00 GMT

In this episode:

- Song: "Nightingale"
- /played
- Yes, do your level 45 quests
- Map in Old Forest hurts immersion?
- Know your class
- Song: "The East Road"
- Listener segment from Aegrotus
- Song: "My Dream"
- Happy Father's Day
- Song: "Numenor"
- Check out the Not Your Average Gamer podcast
- Song: "The Shire"

This episode's LOTR quote was sung by Treebeard in The Two Towers.

All of the music in this episode is courtesy of in-game LOTRO band The Shades.

RingCast #22

Sun, 25 May 2008 02:31:00 GMT

This episode's topics:

- Flashbacks to Diablo II, Act II
- Solo vs. fellowship content
- New title? Champion of the Helpless!
- Crafted gear vs. dropped gear
- Stay off the old elf's lawn, you punk kids!
- Elf lore with Geoffrey Winn
- Where the %*&# did Elrond come from?!

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Frodo in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Samwise Hears Elves Singing" by Zap & the Wires.

RingCast #21

Wed, 7 May 2008 13:25:00 GMT

Happy birthday, LOTRO!

An overview of Book 13 and Forochel, and Lady Sinaea's impressions of it.

Official Book 13 Release Notes: http://lorebook.lotro.com/wiki/Release_Notes_Book_13_Official

Happy Anniversary from LOTRO: http://forums.lotro.com/showthread.php?t=134650

Turbine's Anniversary Pricing: http://forums.lotro.com/showthread.php?t=134651

Codemasters' Anniversary Pricing: http://www.lotro-europe.com/news.php?id=6182&articletype=News

This episode's theme song is "Thirteen" by Last In Line.

RingCast #20

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:31:00 GMT

This episode is all about crafting. It features crafting tips, "The Crit Song" and how Sinaea plays Baccarat.

We're also pleased to introduce two new lore segments!

Fizen's LOTRO Rare Crafting Components: http://lotro-rares.bizhat.com/

Lord of the Rings Online Vault: http://lotrovault.ign.com/

The One True Blog: http://www.gaxonline.com/profile/TheOneTrueBlog

The Addicted Gamer, Episode 9: http://www.virginworlds.com/podcast.php?show=15&ep=9

This episode's LOTR quote is from The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Construct" by Little Tin Box.

RingCast #19

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Lady Sinaea discusses armour and basic character stats.

Henric of Bree attended Connect 08 in Birmingham. Tune in to his LOTRO interview with executive producer Jeffrey Steefel at 05:59.

This episode's theme song is "Joke" by Random Panties.

RingCast #18

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 21:51:00 GMT

Turbine has released information about the first Lord of the Rings Online expansion: The Mines of Moria.

Also in this episode, Artphul Dodger gives some tips on making money and managing your finances in-game.

Eurogamer.net: First LOTRO Expansion Announced
Massively.com: More Mines of Moria Information Revealed
Jeffrey Steefel talks to Allakhazam about LoTRO
Unlock the Mines of Moria
Dev Chat - 27 Feb 2008
Dev Chat - 10 Mar 2008
Map of Eriador
Map of Forchel
Liz, Sinaea and Brad
Podcast hosts who know what they're doing

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Aragorn in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Mine" by 5head.

RingCast #17

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 16:08:00 GMT

This episode is all about the changes introduced by Book 12 to each of the classes, and the new dungeon, the Delving of FrÃr.

The Month of the Burglar
The Month of the Guardian
The Champion Revisited
The Delving of FrÃr
Dev chat, 11 Feb 2008

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Gandalf in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Back In the Game" by The Mighty Rams.

RingCast #16

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Fri, 8 Feb 2008 06:05:00 GMT

It's all about Book 12, baby!

If you love LOTRO and would like to contribute content to RingCast, please contact Lady Sinaea at ladysinaea@gmail.com.

Book 12 Release Notes
Secrets of the Lord of the Rings

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Meriadoc in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Brand New Level of Cool" by Joe Mitch.

RingCast #15

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:10:00 GMT

Thank you Jonathan for sponsoring RingCast!

In this final episode for 2007, we cover the latest on Book 12 and discuss role playing.

We wish you a happy holiday and a wonderful new year!

Support VirginWorlds
Happy Holidays to the LOTRO Founders!
Special Holiday Promotional Pricing!
Dev Chat Transcript 29.11.2007
Dev Chat Transcript 12/04/2007
Developer Diary: The Great Angmar Revamp
Sindarin Dictionary

This episode's theme song is "Role 2 Play" by David Lichfield.

RingCast #14

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 14:27:00 GMT

This episode is all about the Race of Man. Alusian gives his unbiased opinions on the subject, and Sinaea raises the age-old question: Who's hotter, Aragorn or Legolas?

Service Outage 26 Nov 2007
ConNooga 2008

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Aragorn in Return of the King.

This episode's theme song is "Human" by Blueside

RingCast #13

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 13:54:00 GMT

Book 11, housing, random stories, oh my!

http://lotrointerface.com
Strategy Guide for Books 9, 10 & 11

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Gildor in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Funny" by Impulse Ride.

RingCast #12

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Mon, 8 Oct 2007 18:23:00 GMT

In this episode, Sinaea discusses horses and the different methods of travel in Middle Earth.

DirectX 10 support
Stable Routes
New Tell Filtering
Lifetime option open to Founders again

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Bilbo in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Ride On" by The Formula Band.

RingCast #11

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 02:08:00 GMT

In this episode, Sinaea goes over the recent patch notes, more Book 11 news, how to report pesky gold sellers, and information about passing along Founder's Pricing to your friends.

Sept 19, 2007 patch notes
Dev Chat Sept 10, 2007
Roheryn Public Preview Server info
Referral Rules
Founder Pricing

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Frodo in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "Newsstand" by Dr. Mars.

RingCast #10

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Sun, 9 Sep 2007 00:16:00 GMT

In this episode, we talk a bit about adopting children, what little news we've heard about what's coming up in Book 11, and answer some questions about housing.

Alusian discusses some of the effects recent changes have had on gameplay, while Sinaea confides why she doesn't like fishing and explains why you shouldn't act like a little (CENSORED) in-game.

Dev Chat 08/30/07:
http://community.codemasters.com/forum/showthread.php?t=213098&page=1&pp=10
Game Systems: Pedigrees & Notary Overview:
http://www.lotro.com/article/401

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Aragorn in The Return of the King.

This episode's theme song is "Don't Play Games With Me" by Experimental Stuff .

RingCast #9

ladysinaea@gmail.com — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 02:22:00 GMT

RingCast is back! Our new host, Lady Sinaea, introduces Kal Agrim and gives a hearty "welcome back" to everyone's favourite Tavern Talker, Alusian.

In this episode, we have a bit of discussion on what this show will be all about, as well as some current and recent LOTRO news--namely, the release of Book 10.

LOTRO Book 10 info: http://forums.lotro.com/showthread.php?t=84342
LOTRO Cloak Design Contest: http://www.lotro.com/article/391

This episode's LOTR quote was spoken by Aragorn in The Fellowship of the Ring.

This episode's theme song is "We're Back" by Lazyeye.

(http://www.garageband.com/artist/lazyeye)

RingCast #8

trelon@comcast.net — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 03:36:00 GMT

In this episode, Alusian is back with tavern talk, we discuss the upcoming server downtime, getting around in Bree-Land, and working around the Carn Dum bugs. A listener writes in about crafting item usage, and we tell you how to get a special hidden in-game title.

Some good sites for Mastery Crafting Items:
http://lotro-wiki.com/index.php/Crafting_master_items
http://lotro-wiki.com/index.php/Special_crafter_recipes
http://www.lotro-crafting.com/craftingmobs.aspx
http://www.lotrolife.com/rare_crafting_component_list
http://www.axiomfiles.com/Files/138938/components.html
http://forums.lotro.com/showthread.php?t=54078

Website of the Week:
One of the best sites I have found for crafting is: http://www.lotro-crafting.com/

RingCast is a weekly podcast covering Turbine's MMO, Lord of the Rings Online. The typical format will include the latest updates and patch notes from Turbine, a special topic segment, such as a class, race, or guide on game aspects, and a helpful hints segment. The hosts of the show are Brad and Elizabeth, a married couple with no kids and a very spoiled beagle. RingCast is part of the VirginWorlds MMO Podcast collective found at http://www.virginworlds.com

RingCast #7

trelon@comcast.net — Mon, 4 Jun 2007 14:46:00 GMT

This episode covers the Roheryn/Evendim updates, as well as more info on upcoming additions to LOTRO. Elizabeth delves into the Shire and how to use work orders to obtain hard to get crafting items. An in-depth discussion on some high-level bugs and customer service issues, as well as our website of the week!

Website of the Week: LOTRO Warcry Network

An interview with Jeff Anderson, CEO of Turbine Inc.
European Dev chat on 5/31/07
Ask Turbine: Evendim, Features, Subscribers & More

RingCast is a weekly podcast covering Turbine's MMO, Lord of the Rings Online. The typical format will include the latest updates and patch notes from Turbine, a special topic segment, such as a class, race, or guide on game aspects, and a helpful hints segment. The hosts of the show are Brad and Elizabeth, a married couple with no kids and a very spoiled beagle. RingCast is part of the VirginWorlds MMO Podcast collective found at http://www.virginworlds.com

RingCast #6

trelon@comcast.net — Tue, 29 May 2007 00:16:00 GMT

We go over the some strange bugs, the new preview/test realm server, along with an overview of Ered Luin and the destiny point system. A very funny LOTRO video has been put out by Cheese It Productions called 'Stupid Hobbitsess'. Our website of the week is LOTRO Online Database.

Website of the Week: lotro.mmodb.com
Cheese It Production on Myspace
Cheese It Production on YouTube
LOTRO Music Article

Announcing LOTROâs Public Preview Server: Roheryn!

In-Game Event Promotions

RingCast is a weekly podcast covering Turbine's MMO, Lord of the Rings Online. The typical format will include the latest updates and patch notes from Turbine, a special topic segment, such as a class, race, or guide on game aspects, and a helpful hints segment. The hosts of the show are Brad and Elizabeth, a married couple with no kids and a very spoiled beagle. RingCast is part of the VirginWorlds MMO Podcast collective found at http://www.virginworlds.com

RingCast #5

trelon@comcast.net — Sun, 20 May 2007 23:52:00 GMT

We down a Nazgul, and how hope can help you in nasty boss fights. Invisible walls and bugs hit the servers, and we discuss the legendary traits and books, along with their missing pages. We also cover DragonCon, some easy-to-get items/weapons around level 28-34, and Nathan calls in with tips on lag in Bree and the pie-eating champion title.

RingCast #4

trelon@comcast.net — Sun, 13 May 2007 23:50:00 GMT

We cover the latest patch notes, go over the recent press release from Turbine, and delve deep into fellowships, kinships, and the options menu. Liz gives a overview of Middle Earth Headquarters, our website of the week, and its great Dynamic Map feature. We go into what we did this week, and my hints on leveling and survival in Middle Earth.

Show Notes

Middle Earth Headquarters - www.mehq.net

My Picture Gallery - bradandliz.us/gallery

RingCast #3

trelon@comcast.net — Sun, 6 May 2007 23:48:00 GMT

This episode covers crafting & professions, the May 3rd patch update, known issues, a bit about what weâve been doing in LOTRO, and Alusianâs Tavern Talk covers the PC Gamer article & the troll nerf. I also go into how to remove the opening cinematics from the game (shown below).

Show Notes

Go into your c:\program files\turbine\The Lord of the Rings Online\raw\en directory.

Go into the introcinematic directory.

Rename the file in there to something, or add BAK or OLD to the end.

Back out to the prior directory, and then go into the logo directory.

Rename the file in there as above.

Now, when the game runs, it wonât find those files and will just skip them, so no intro logo or cinematic.

RingCast #2

trelon@comcast.net — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 23:45:00 GMT

LOTRO opening week, ninja looting, good farm spots, deeds & traits, emotes & roleplaying, and how not to die.

Show Notes

LOTRO-Wiki - http://www.lotro-wiki.com/

MMODB - Lord of the Rings Online Database - http://lotro.mmodb.com/

By Axe & Fire - Wood Troll Quest - http://lotro.mmodb.com/quests/by-axe-and-fire-786.php

Location of Tarburz, farmable wood troll - http://lotro.mmodb.com/bestiary/tarburz-2184.php

RingCast #1

trelon@comcast.net — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 23:42:00 GMT

Basics of the game, stats, races, classes, this weeks patches, and founder pricing.