Jedi Academy server...

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-08 05:24am

This might seem a little random, but if anyone wants to do some online gaming fun Jedi style, feel free to visit the Meatgrinder server.

67.15.13.128:29070

Bring your friends! We run Siege, CTF and other modes like Jedi Master, etc.

Comosicus · Post by **Comosicus** » 2005-07-08 08:04am

I gave it a try today and I didn't have too much problem with people there (easy prey for my double bladed lightsaber).... Unfortunately my ping is hitting > 400 sometimes.

darthdavid · Post by **darthdavid** » 2005-07-08 12:41pm

I'll remember this thread the next time I feel like firing that game up...

Comosicus · Post by **Comosicus** » 2005-07-08 03:19pm

Hoe about we try and make a meeting this weekend? SD.NET Jedi Academy battle

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-08 03:31pm

Comosicus wrote:Hoe about we try and make a meeting this weekend? SD.NET Jedi Academy battle

The server is up 24/7 and it's got 26 slots. So even if I'm not there, feel free to join up and have some fun.

You can check the server status here.

Praxis · Post by **Praxis** » 2005-07-08 04:02pm

AWESOME; I just started playing Jedi Academy again two days ago!

Post by **weemadando** » 2005-07-08 10:16pm

I shall be at a LAN with broadband on Sunday (about 24 hours from now) so I could theoritically join in any time around then,.

Dark · Post by **Dark** » 2005-07-09 12:19am

Is your server running any mods? If so could you put a link to a DL page?

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-09 03:50am

Dark wrote:Is your server running any mods? If so could you put a link to a DL page?

Yes, it's running OJP (Open Jedi Project). This mod does not mess with the gameplay, it mostly fixes bugs, removes exploits, and adds transparent features like better bots and better team balance (though the bots have been a bit buggy lately, the mod author is working on that I think).

The mod is entirely server side though so you don't need to download it to join.

OJP Basic also adds some neat features if you do happen to want to run it client side, like first person lightsabers, a few extra hilts and skin options, that sort of thing (basically taken from single player) and the menus have all the missing options right there (like dynamic glow toggle, dismemberment options, etc). It has Single player stuff too.

http://strategy.jediknight.net/jka/server_status.shtml <--- check that link, has a server tracker, and a link to the OJP page. On the OJP page you can download the latest version of the mod if you want to use it client side (OJP Basic beta is what you want).

Despite what the page says, Asteroids Mod is not currently running. However Siege_Destroyer is in there (not in the rotation) so again I can switch to it if people want and you see me there.

Even though the JA Bonus pack maps aren't in the rotation, I can warp to them at any time if I'm there and people want (again, links posted on the server page). The Jawa MP Mod is also installed so you can see Jawa skins with the proper color in team games.

I work late nights (CST) but otherwise I should be around. Just holler for the server admin.

If not, the mod author (RazorAce) may be there.

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-09 04:59pm

Just a quick reminder in case the above was confusing

NO, you do not need to download anything before joining.

The "mods" are server side and completely optional. They're COOL if you have 'em, but not required to enter.

Also, if you encounter bugs don't worry, let me know about them and they should be fixed shortly (in a few days if not in a few hours, depending on how serious).

Thanks guys, hope to see you there!

Lord Revan · Post by **Lord Revan** » 2005-07-09 10:42pm

I tried it CTF is kind of lame 'cause nobody seems to know how as a team (I got something like 400 points just by running fast to flag and back).

EDIT:also who the fuck is Plo Koon?

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-10 12:53am

Lord Revan wrote:I tried it CTF is kind of lame 'cause nobody seems to know how as a team (I got something like 400 points just by running fast to flag and back).

EDIT:also who the fuck is Plo Koon?

I don't know, never saw him before.

Hey, tonight was kind of weird, at least half the people didn't know what they were doing (first timers I imagine). That Nemo guy was weird too... he apparently just wanted to stand around and only shoot people who came up to him, rather than help his team out. I felt bad about kicking him (he eventually came back and then left on his own shortly afterward), but only because he seemed so clueless.

Those are the breaks, sometimes you end up with n00bs! I'm used to it with Siege since it's such a unique gametype in the JK series, but CTF you'd think more people would know the basics. These guys didn't even realize that it's common courtesy to go into spectator if you're going to just up and leave the game for 10-15 minutes so your team doesn't have a useless body standing there.

Captain Cyran · Post by **Captain Cyran** » 2005-07-10 01:04am

Hmmm, *looks at his copy of Jedi Academy.*

Well, not tonight, but I'll definately be around. Sounds like this could be quite fun.

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-10 01:06am

Captain Cyran wrote:Hmmm, *looks at his copy of Jedi Academy.*

Well, not tonight, but I'll definately be around. Sounds like this could be quite fun.

Let's get it on!!! Saw DarthDavid and Cosmo in there, nice job guys.

Hope nobody minds if I post a few pics from the games we've been having... nothing too spectacular but some fun ones...

Another typical day at the Meatgrinder!

This guy was insane.

Just looking cool

Ph33r teh blue jawa!

Not too shabby...

Could it be? Naah...

If anyone grabs some good demos, also feel free to post those.

PS: I can change the above to links if it's really pissing anyone off.

Lord Revan · Post by **Lord Revan** » 2005-07-10 01:36am

You had choose the pic were I was fourth and that Korriban Siege is damm diffucult as the Jedi.

Edit:do you have a pic from that one CTF were I was in second place 'cause nobody(, but me) knew what to do?

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-10 01:39am

Lord Revan wrote:You had choose the pic were I was fourth and that Korriban Siege is damm diffucult as the Jedi.

Coincidence! I honestly didn't take that many shots of late (I will try to remedy that...) Or post your own I guess.

Actually the Jedi on Korriban is quite under-rated. Her dual sabers make short work of doors and everybody loves twirl/saber barrier spam.

Dark Jedi have an advantage there with the Team energize power for that, but it's rarely utilized to its full potential. ;P

I need to up my graphics, a lot of the closeup shots don't look very good on low (but fast) settings!

Lord Revan · Post by **Lord Revan** » 2005-07-10 01:41am

Kurgan wrote:
Lord Revan wrote:You had choose the pic were I was fourth and that Korriban Siege is damm diffucult as the Jedi.
Coincidence! I honestly didn't take that many shots of late (I will try to remedy that...) Or post your own I guess.

Actually the Jedi on Korriban is quite under-rated. Her dual sabers make short work of doors and everybody loves twirl/saber barrier spam.

Dark Jedi have an advantage there with the Team energize power for that, but it's rarely utilized to its full potential. ;P

yeah and have the high ground on blue crytal room and the Altar enterance (and also the only ranged weapons).

Edit how do you take screenshot in multiplayer (or single player for that matter)

Praxis · Post by **Praxis** » 2005-07-10 02:06am

Pull up the console and type,

bind q screenshot

Now whenever you press Q, it will take a screenshot.

Bind any key you want if you don't like q.

Captain tycho · Post by **Captain tycho** » 2005-07-10 02:08am

Ah, JA. Fun as hell game, too bad I only rented it. Wonder how much it is now.

Comosicus · Post by **Comosicus** » 2005-07-10 02:20am

Kurgan wrote: Let's get it on!!! Saw DarthDavid and Cosmo in there, nice job guys.

It seems I must do the same training with you as I did with Straha

The name is COMOSICUS.

Also the time difference makes it difficult to be around when you guys hang in there (I am 7-8 hours before most of you - GMT + 2 hours)

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-10 03:13am

Woo hoo! Fun. Praxis, how dare you push me into that hole! You better not have taken a picture and post it up here...

Sorry, "Cosmo" is just easier when I'm really tired and can barely read the screen anymore... It's like dyslexia-lite!

Anyway, whatever. Since you guys are all over, there is no "SD.net party" there is just one SD.netter saying hi to your's truly every so often.

But hey, it's cool. More the merrier... and if you two of you happen to meet up, well you can compare tatooes or whatever it is you do.

PS: I haven't really been keeping a log of things, just some random media. Here's a demo from an earlier CTF match.

Lord Revan · Post by **Lord Revan** » 2005-07-10 03:28am

Kurgan I can post pics?

Praxis · Post by **Praxis** » 2005-07-10 03:36am

ARGH! JKA didn't save the pictures!

*kicks computer*

I had some awesome stuff, maybe it's on here somewhere

Post, Revan, post!

I'm okay at attacking (not too good) but I took the high ground (sorry, just stole Obi-wan's line) and defended to death. To the point where the other team members decided I was all that was needed to defend the flag and I just stood their pulling people as they jumped to make them overshoot, and blasting people while they stood still like idiots on the elevator.

Seriously, after the HunterofNoobs guy left, Kurgan was the only good player on the enemy team (and the only guy who actually managed to kill me. Repeatedly. In fact, let's not mention how many times Kurgan killed me). Everyone on the server was noobs except the SD.net members and that guy who's name started with a K (not you Kurgan).

BTW, Kurgan, that was some AWESOME teamwork the first game. Remember when you had the flag and were running? People were chasing you and I turned on speed and sliced them, then ran behind with my gun- so while they ran behind you I just nailed them repeatedly in the rear. You scored the point (I think? Lost you at the end) while I and two other teammates literally took out everyone on the other team twice over...

Anyway, gonna see if I can find those pics of our duel...

Comosicus · Post by **Comosicus** » 2005-07-10 03:49am

Kurgan wrote: Sorry, "Cosmo" is just easier when I'm really tired and can barely read the screen anymore... It's like dyslexia-lite!

"COMO" will do fine.

No offence taken.

This is the first game I play online with people from abroad. I have played some Counterstrike a couple of years ago, on New Years Eve, when we were just a couple of guys in the college hostel, but it doesn't compare to this.

I will certainly come around again, although I suppose I will be able to join big parties only on weekends, because our timezones are pretty different and we do have jobs (at least I do for sure

)

Kurgan · Post by **Kurgan** » 2005-07-10 03:58am

Praxis wrote:ARGH! JKA didn't save the pictures!

*kicks computer*

I had some awesome stuff, maybe it's on here somewhere

Post, Revan, post!

I'm okay at attacking (not too good) but I took the high ground (sorry, just stole Obi-wan's line) and defended to death. To the point where the other team members decided I was all that was needed to defend the flag and I just stood their pulling people as they jumped to make them overshoot, and blasting people while they stood still like idiots on the elevator.

Seriously, after the HunterofNoobs guy left, Kurgan was the only good player on the enemy team (and the only guy who actually managed to kill me. Repeatedly. In fact, let's not mention how many times Kurgan killed me). Everyone on the server was noobs except the SD.net members and that guy who's name started with a K (not you Kurgan).

BTW, Kurgan, that was some AWESOME teamwork the first game. Remember when you had the flag and were running? People were chasing you and I turned on speed and sliced them, then ran behind with my gun- so while they ran behind you I just nailed them repeatedly in the rear. You scored the point (I think? Lost you at the end) while I and two other teammates literally took out everyone on the other team twice over...

Anyway, gonna see if I can find those pics of our duel...

Yeah, I love team games. I love supporting my team come what may. It's not about personal glory (that's what FFA is for, or dueling)

And the funny thing is, we kick ourselves when we do badly, but when you're decent, your worst is still better than your average chump, so no sweat. heh

I didn't see it, but I'll remember it! It does get kinda boring when things are really unbalanced like that, but oh well, what can you do? You just have fun with what you got. A few kills here, a few caps there, a few assists... it's cool.

Yeah Kronikz owns. TrackerOfNoobs put us all to shame. Man, I tell ya in four months these young upstarts really blew past me, but I like a challenge, it makes you better.

The funniest moment has to be this one:

GangstaJedi(?): GET READY TO BE PWN3D!
DarthDavid: get ready to learn english fucktard!

I can only top that one by saying:

"All too cheesey."