Frequently-Asked Questions
These questions are the ones new players ask most frequently. Naturally they center on game mechanics. For a rich source of more depth, please read the Player Guide. And if you're stumped, ask the Help robot in-game, or, post questions to the Fora.
- Are blind players supported?
- Can I log in as a guest?
- Can I play while offline?
- Can I use my mobile device?
- Can I use telnet or a standard MUD client?
- How do I play?
- What's the point of the game?, or, what am I trying to achieve?
- How many players are there?
- When's the best time to find other players on?
- How do I get help when I need it?
- What tips can you suggest for newbies?
- Where should newbies explore first?
- How do I get money?
- How do I buy Items from merchants?
- What Items do the merchants buy from me?
- TriadCity characters have several "attributes"; what do these mean?
- These attributes seem to change around a lot. What causes that?
- There are a number of "chat channels" available; what's different between them?
- There are a number of unfamiliar genders available to Triad characters; what do these mean?
- What are "Levels"; and how do I gain them?
- How do I talk to NPCs?
- Why am I not seeing the signs that are supposed to open in new windows?
- What browsers are supported?
- Why is there no "emote" command?
- Why is there no "brief" command?
- I logged in with a TriadCity client, but found myself inside the Midgaard world. What's up with that?
- What advice for lone wolves?
- Will TriadCity always be free?
- Why isn't TriadCity graphical?
- Are kids welcome?
- Who are TriadCity's authors?
- What's the difference between my SmartMonsters membership and my TriadCity character(s)?
- Is it possible to move between the Worlds?
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