Zeus Community Leader Open Nominations

What is the primary server you play on? Zeus or Ares?

Zeus

How have you contributed to the community? Please give examples.

I have long helped/or not helped out depending on how you view opinions in the Help, Global and Trade tabs. I have not missed a day of logging in since I started playing except for the Server Incident a while back.

I generally know most everyone and have a good grasp of the game from a HOARDing stance. I also have crates for anyone who votes for me :)

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL?

Re-add everyone to my FL so they can see my green dot and know I am online.

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events, contests, etc.)

Not currently.

What is the community's top requested feature for TSO?

More troops than 25 at a time, PVP, and stacking buffs. Oh and more EOTW adventure competitions.

What has prepared you to be a community leader for The Settlers Online?

I would say playing for as long as I have has prepared me. I know the ins and outs of almost anything related to this game.

What is the primary server you play on? Zeus or Ares?
Zeus

How have you contributed to the community? Please give examples.
My biggest contribution is my adventure guides with almost half a million views in this forum, also help people in the game with questions, tips, etc

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL?
Re-add everyone to the friends list

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events, contests, etc.)
To improve the community not at the moment, just to improve the game itself

What is the community's top requested feature for TSO?
Little things to improve gameplay and reduce the daily boring routines, being the most important the capacity to train more than 25 troops in the barracks at a time

What has prepared you to be a community leader for The Settlers Online?
I know the game very well, i know the community, i know what the players want to be added to the game, i also administrate one of the most important community support sites (cempire.org)

Evil_J has my vote

Evil_J and RomanGodCamper have my vote.

Shelleyley would be an awesome CL

evil_j, matrix_kahn, and shelleyley are all 3 of our servers most outstanding players.

RGC for CL

i may be in ares, but let me give my opinion. (this does not mean that others do not deserve it)

from what i have seen. evil_j and shelleyley have my vote as CL.

it seems that from my point of view these 2 represent the community the best. evil_j with the awesome guides, and shelley for the auctions

agreed
Evil_J for his time spent in making an awesome guide
Shelley for her great commitment in holding weekly 2~3hrs auctions

I nominate St_Michael. He is our guild master, has been playing for a very long time, and meets all of your qualifications, especially the part about having a thick skin.

I would like to put my name, Mathilde64, forward as a contender for CL.

What is the primary server you play on?

I play exclusively on the Zeus server.

How have you contributed to the community? Please give examples.

I am online practically every day, and am an active member of the guild to which I belong. I participate in discussions in the Help and Trade channels, and assist other players in their game, offering suggestions on everything from production to guides to use for adventures. I am an officer to my guild, and within that context, I am often called upon to craft announcements (as I am a wordsmith by trade).

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL?

I want to continue to do what I am already doing: being a help to other players who are struggling, listening to their concerns, and having fun with friends online!

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events, contests, etc.)

I am full of ideas for future events, and would like to share those with BB to create a fun, and challenging, experience for players.

What is the community's top requested feature for TSO?

I am always hearing players say that they would like EWL production at lower levels, and also that it would be nice to train more than 25 troops at a time.

What has prepared you to be a community leader for The Settlers Online?

I've been playing for a couple years now, and have been part of the same guild for most of it. That being said, I have friend in other guilds, I participate (sometimes) in the auctions, and I always try to be encouraging and supportive of other players. I do run some of the test events, and try to offer constructive criticism to any problems I may experience. I am able to listen to criticism and not take it personally - listening to what is at the root of the problem - and distill it into something that can be acted upon.

with evil_J it goes way beyond him and his guides- he has given advice to many people about how island production/maximizing of space and is high lvl player (not talking actually lvl rather lvl of knowledgeability) his exceeds past ANYONE i know including myself, i think he knows more than anyone what the community needs to improve our gameplay for the better
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As an update to the "Have the legal capacity to sign a valid Non Disclosure Agreement" in our Requirements Section. A Non Disclosure Agreement is a legal document between Ubisoft and the player stating that if any secret, private or sensitive information is disclosed to the player about the game or the company, the player will not share it with anyone. We have been informed that this requires the player to be 18 or older in order to sign it. If you are younger than 18, having a parent or guardian sign on your behalf will not suffice. I do apologize for any changes this makes with the nomination process.

What is the primary server you play on? Zeus or Ares? Zues

How have you contributed to the community? Please give examples. I have given feedback on issues and even started a thread to thank the BBs for all they do. I actively play on test and give feedback. I also use test to update my Guild on things coming and get their feedback. I answer questions in Help. I interact in Trade and have made great friends on invites for Advs.

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL? Listen and learn. See what others needs/wants are, and present them to the 'powers that be' to change/update features as suggested.

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events, contests, etc.) Able to have competitions between Guilds, a Leader/Officer area to share ideas. New ideas of where to go after reaching 50.

What is the community's top requested feature for TSO? More room on the islands. Implement the rock blaster feature, Ability to choose to build more then 25 troops at a time, and also to change the order (same as in buildings), to move a certain troop type to the top. Also the same feature in the PH. If a quest comes in...you can add that build and then be able to move that to the top to finish...as in a Guild Quest. This would allow players to finish quests and needs without having to delete all the is qued up already.

What has prepared you to be a community leader for The Settlers Online? I have recently achieved level 50. I have been an officer in 2 Guilds now and I feel I listed to what the needs are. I do contests for our Guild members. I look for ways to keep the game fun. Active chat is very importing. By being active in Test, I think I am on top of what is going on, and able to present these changes to my guild and given the chance, to teach others what the new features are and how to get the most out of your game. My most recent contest for our Guild, was to use our own Guild Forum and post pics they sent to me and let them guess who was who. Pay it forward is the only way to play the game. Help out others and they will help others when they are able to.

Hey Shy_Lady I think you would make a great CL. Based on your input and help in our guild it makes perfect sense. I actually thought of you when they started looking for CL's I'm glad you read my mind LOL. Good luck & BB don't pass on a person that is a great officer that puts thought everyday into making our guild a fun and happy place.

I would like to vote for Shy_Lady as she is always ready to help people both in and out of her guild. She is also good at finding solutions to problems.

Remember, When it comes down to the final decision. its the decision of the BB's on who will be a CL or not.

I found Shy a very great help and also a fine person to be with. She would make a great community leader. She has idea`s, she has a listening ear. If I was a BB member I would give her a chance.

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Originally Posted by Verdaeni

i'd like to nominate archmage and RomanGodCamper. is there a form to fill out for nominations?

Verdaeni

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There's no official form, but feel free to add your own thoughts and reasonings to your nominations.

Taking a sheet out of CL_Aquila-Plume's playbook. Below are the tabulations of nominations. Keep in mind this post is primarily to keep a tab of who has been nominated, the amount of nominations they have received, and if they have submitted an application. This is not a voting system, and the most popular nominee might not be chosen as CL.

This is current up to 2/4/2015 2:00 PM EST.

Applicants ---- Nominations Amount (including their own)

RomanGodCamper --- 12
FinderWyvernSpur --- 2
Shelleyley --- 5
TwoCents --- 2
Matrix_Kahn --- 2
Evil_J --- 7
Mathilde64 --- 2
Shy_Lady --- 4


Nominated (no application yet) --- Nominations Amount

Archmage --- 4
TrueHead --- 1
NaveFrank --- 2
G_F_M --- 4
Keto24 --- 1
EpsilonSilver --- 1
VampireMuffinMan --- 1
St_Michael --- 1

Adding support for Evil_J. I started the game primarily looking at the economic/builder aspects, when I hit the wall that I couldn't level up any farther without adventures it was a real hardship. I left the game entirely for many months. When I came back I joined a guild, started asking questions and almost immediately got pointed to Evil's guides, what a wonderful resource. I didn't know what Loot spots or blocks were, but they clearly outlined things and got me going again. Since then have leveled up a lot, gotten pretty good, at even the complicated 5 general attacks.

I've since had the opportunity to talk to Evil a number of times, got numerous feedback and advice on my island and process chains. He's one of the most knowledgeable players I've interacted with, but yet still polite, easy going, and always very helpful. I think he would be a true credit to BB and hope you'll give him full consideration.

Thanks,

Vengent

put another notch up for evil_j. His adventure guides and island placement optimization knowledge are unparalleled and have helped MANY players along the way. My vote goes for him.

What is the primary server you play on? Zeus or Ares?
Zeus

How have you contributed to the community? Please give examples.
Always been helpful to new players, helping with basic resources and buffs. Also been auctionner in the begining, before new TO. Always been kind, good trader with fair trades.

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL?
Help improve the game with community ideas and opinions.

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events, contests, etc.)
Sure but wouldn't be surprise anymore if I list them here... What about non-tradable super rare buildings (0.5% drop from VLT for example) that would produce specials units (magic unicorn, heavy cavalry ...)

What is the community's top requested feature for TSO?
Fast travelling general for LS tagger maybe...

What has prepared you to be a community leader for The Settlers Online?
Been playing for a while now, understand whats expected by players and by BB. Been handling some social media blog for small company too.

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Would like to support Evil-J nomination too. No need to mention his guides been using be so many people and he's always been so helpful in and outside guild.

A.

Evil_J without a doubt, the most prolific guide creeator of the Zeus server. Very knowledged and always willing to share his wisdom. Not being voted a CL would be , evil...

I also stand in Evil_J's corner.

If Evil is not elected CL, nobody else deserves to be nominated CL either. He has my vote.

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Originally Posted by Caganisso2013

If Evil is not elected CL, nobody else deserves to be nominated CL either. He has my vote.

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Ouch. I'm not worthy enough to be a CL?

I vote for TrueHead and EpsilonSilver to be CL. I also think that they should work closely together.

If the purpose of the community leader is to assist the other players then it only goes to reason that the best choice would be the most knowledgeable player. I have met many smart, innovative players in my time playing TSO, but none more knowledgeable or forward thinking than Evil_J.

Fill out this application and post it as a reply in the forums.

Nominating myself

What is the primary server you play on? Zeus or Ares? I have an acct on both servers but zeus is my primary acct.

How have you contributed to the community? Please give examples. I mainly help new players with resources, links and answering any questions they have.

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL? Write my name in green, lol.

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events, contests, etc.) Not sure if it is a feasible idea but a puzzle/word search contest might be nice for a change. I asked MrGrimm if he could suggest to the devs a flag for each player to display their nationality and for the ability to post notes under a friends avatar.

What is the community's top requested feature for TSO? It would be a toss up between PVP and the ability to have more space to build (either more floating buildings, blowing up buildings or getting rid of trees stumps).

What has prepared you to be a community leader for The Settlers Online? Playing here for two years and helping and learning the game from more seasoned players.

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Originally Posted by Matrix_Kahn

I vote for TrueHead and EpsilonSilver to be CL. I also think that they should work closely together.

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Hilarious Matrix_Kahn

I have to vote for RomanGodCamper and Evil-J, both have demonstrated their willingness to help others in the game in a positive and supportive way.

Rofl

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Originally Posted by matrix_kahn

i vote for truehead and epsilonsilver to be cl. I also think that they should work closely together.

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My vote goes to melorr.

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Originally Posted by Matrix_Kahn

I vote for TrueHead and EpsilonSilver to be CL. I also think that they should work closely together.

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combine thier islands and make them one TrueSilverEpsilonHead

Wait, CL_melorr isn't already done???

It's about suitability, not worthiness.

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Originally Posted by RomanGodCamper

Ouch. I'm not worthy enough to be a CL?

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Originally Posted by melorr

I want a recount :) plz check page 4

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That was from yesturday... read the date! :P

I vote Evil_J, very active player, makes great guides, competent and knowledgeable.

I would like to nominate myself for Community leader.

What is the primary server you play on?
I play on the Zeus server.

How have you contributed to the community? Give examples.
I have played the game for going on almost three years now. I started out in AK (Alpha Knights) and learned from some of the trailblazers of TSO. Players like Wallstreet, emahs2, V4, Sargon and other top players who helped forge the game to what we know it as today. Players who cared the path the game would take and who cared about each other. Over my time playing the game, I developed a similar mentality for the game as was taught to me by these giants of the game. When I am able, I always try to help all players by sharing my knowledge of the game. Also, I have helped many people (in guild and out) with resources, buffs, and more so they can better enjoy the game as they strive to reach their next level. I try to be a peace maker when other players have differences or got into disputes. When the bully’s in the game rear their ugly heads, I try to defuse the situation as best I can. Most times it meant taking the person being bullied to whisper to talk and try to keep them from quitting the game. Over a year ago, I started a guild for those that wanted to have fun and play with friends who truly care.

What is the first thing you want to do as a CL?
After introducing myself to the community, I would let all know that I am there to help, serve and be a facilitator (if the situation calls for it) for them. Confusion is one of the biggest problems in the game. It creates disharmony and friction. A CL that can communicate to all (not just some or to their buddies/cliche) will be a tremendous asset to the game. I believe that I will be that kind of asset for TSO.

What is the community’s top requested feature for TSO?
There are many new features that I have heard discussed. One that I hear mentioned most is if BB could add a slider feature for everything we train, make, mine, sell, find and loot while making everything stackable in all storage areas (including the Star). Saves, time, space and clicks and makes players happier.

Do you have any ideas to improve the community? (events,contests, etc.)
Communication, communication, communication. This being said, a couple thoughts. A weekly BB newspaper (maybe on every Sunday), filled with facts, events and upcoming attractions. It could be posted on the sign in page and/or sent to guild leaders to send out to all members. Town Hall meetings, at least 2x a month held in global room(s) or the forum with a high lvl Mod or developer (or both). An 800 number that players can call for weekly info (don’t know if this would be cost effective but it’s a thought). Improve the mail system, make it user friendly for all. The current mail system barely gets mail out to guild members, it cannot be archived and is rarely used to mail someone outside your guild. Keep looking for any vehicle to communicate information that keeps the players updated, satisfied and in the loop of the current and future direction of the game.

What has prepared you to be a community leader for the Settlers Online?
I have played and enjoyed the game since October, 2011. I have been taught by some of the best in the game and always pass that knowledge (new and old) along to all. I have been a guild founder/leader since September, 2012 and a long with help from my officers run a friendly, helpful and enjoyable guild. As a retired police officer, I have been trained to be “thick skinned”, to think quickly, to process information in a precise clear manner and to serve the community. Qualities that you never lose and that are permanently ingrained in your being. I have a current working Skype account and have the legal capacity to sign a non-disclosure agreement. I have never had any infractions on my account and because I am retired and a guild leader, I play the game several hours a day. Last but certainly not least, I care about TSO and all who play it !

Thank you for letting me apply and for taking the time to look over my application.