Guns of Icarus

[Melfice]

So, I bought Guns of Icarus today. I think Mataroyale has it too.

That makes two, but two doesn't make a full crew! (Yes, I know there's AI crew, but c'mon. AI!? Might as well blow the ship up ourselves and call it a day!)

So, Uncle Melfice says: I need you to enlist at your nearest Steam client! Positions open for gunners, pilots and engineers!

But seriously, assuming we can get our timezones figured out, who's up for starting a small group and playing this game?

And to keep this from being a pure recruiting thread, what do you think of the game? The brief bit I've played with it was interesting. Could be a time-sinker, I think.

[miniboxer]

I have it, and it is quite fun. It could use some persistent upgrades, however.

Typically the strategy I use as a pilot is use the squid, put a flame thrower on the front, a gatling on the back, and a field gun on the right. It suits the squid really well, and the squid is a bit underrated anyways.

[holymage!]

is interested by this thread

goes to check price

looks at price and goes "wooh that's a nice price"

thinks about buying it if someone else steps up to the plate.

[holymage!]

I have it, and it is quite fun. It could use some persistent upgrades, however.

Typically the strategy I use as a pilot is use the squid, put a flame thrower on the front, a gatling on the back, and a field gun on the right. It suits the squid really well, and the squid is a bit underrated anyways.

so does that make 4 people?

[Melfice]

It does appear that we have 4 folks now, yes. (assuming Mataroyale is in too)

All that matters now is figuring out when the best time would be to play. And if more folks show up, that's even better.

EDIT: Also, as far as ships go, the Pyrmidion looks like an interesting one too. It's already slanted towards ramming, and if you have a captain with the right perks... well.

[holymage!]

It does appear that we have 4 folks now, yes. (assuming Mataroyale is in too)

All that matters now is figuring out when the best time would be to play. And if more folks show up, that's even better.

EDIT: Also, as far as ships go, the Pyrmidion looks like an interesting one too. It's already slanted towards ramming, and if you have a captain with the right perks... well.

sounds like a good first role for me

ramming into things would be easy...right?

[miniboxer]

Since a lot of you are new to the game, I will list the ships and their benefits:

The Squid

Role: Harassing larger ships, finishing damaged ships trying to escape, defending galleons

Pros: Fast, maneuverable, all things that need repair are close

Cons: only three light gun mounts, has no right gun, can't take a lot of damage, needs a skilled crew to use effectively

The Goldfish/pyramideon (both are very similar)

Role: Dealing damage, providing support to heavy ships

Pros: has heavy weapons for its maneuverability, doesn't require an skilled crew

Cons: has light armor, has no back gun

The Spire

Role: Dealing heavy damage from a distance

Pros: Very high damage capability, pretty maneuverable

Cons: glass cannon, slow

The Galleon

Role: Heavy fire support, taking out ships

Pros: VERY heavy weapons, lots of armor

Cons: defenseless on its own, sloooooow

[holymage!]

Since a lot of you are new to the game, I will list the ships and their benefits:

The Squid

Role: Harassing larger ships, finishing damaged ships trying to escape, defending galleons

Pros: Fast, maneuverable, all things that need repair are close

Cons: only three light gun mounts, has no right gun, can't take a lot of damage, needs a skilled crew to use effectively

The Goldfish/pyramideon (both are very similar)

Role: Dealing damage, providing support to heavy ships

Pros: has heavy weapons for its maneuverability, doesn't require an skilled crew

Cons: has light armor, has no back gun

The Spire

Role: Dealing heavy damage from a distance

Pros: Very high damage capability, pretty maneuverable

Cons: glass cannon, slow

The Galleon

Role: Heavy fire support, taking out ships

Pros: VERY heavy weapons, lots of armor

Cons: defenseless on its own, sloooooow

So i would seem the Goldfish is the most well rounded while the other either sacrifice movement, power, or speed.

[Lethosos]

Brought and downloading. :D

[_Mataroyale_Modpacker_]

I haven't bought it yet, still on vacation. I'll be sure to buy it as soon as I get back.

[holymage!]

So i guess that means i got to buy it now that we got ourselves a crew....eh maties?

[_Mataroyale_Modpacker_]

So i guess that means i got to buy it now that we got ourselves a crew....eh maties?

I call miniboxer's team because he knows the most.

[Melfice]

Let's first see when we can play and what we're like together.

We might be able to totally rock the Spire, but maybe it's better if we split up and take two ships.

[SXScarecrow]

I've got it too, is it too late to join the Technic 'crew', or may I board this ship of cutthroats, buccaneers, and assorted ne'er-do-wells?

[Melfice]

Seeing as there hasn't been anything concrete decided yet... welcome aboard!

[miniboxer]

assorted ne'er-do-wells?

I fit into this category.

Anyways, we need to think of a name for out mighty ship.

My vote is for "SS Jailer of Kittens"

[Melfice]

Her Majestical Jail or "HMJ Lily" seems more appropriate.

[miniboxer]

Her Majestical Jail or "HMJ Lily" seems more appropriate.

I like that one better.

HMJ Lily is great, anyone else have any ideas?

[Lethosos]

HIMSS Cheap Shot, for one.

But if it works, go for it.

[SXScarecrow]

"HMJ Lily" seems more appropriate.

'Lily', am I missing something here fellow crewmates?

[miniboxer]

'Lily', am I missing something here fellow crewmates?

Read the first post of Kitty Jail. THEEEEE ORIGINAAAAAAAAAL (said loudly, but as though whispering)

[Melfice]

So, how about we add each other as friends on Steam? That would very much facilitate actually playing this.

Look for MelficeSilesius to find me.

[_Mataroyale_Modpacker_]

So, how about we add each other as friends on Steam? That would very much facilitate actually playing this.

Look for MelficeSilesius to find me.

Sent a request. Look up Kazamarama.

[miniboxer]

I probably have the largest steam library here. (60 games)

Anyways: actioninja

[Melfice]

largest steam library here. (60 games)

HAH! I have double that and some change.

124 games.

Mind you, I have some mistakes in there I either never play because they're crap, they run crap or I never got around to playing, but that doesn't change the fact that I have a problem and need help.