Also stuck on the first cutscene. Had to change my compatibility mode (XP SP3) after last update to play. Don't know if any of the rest of you had to do the same, or if it is related, but thought I'd mention it just in case it's relevant

Been out of the game for awhile, so I was wondering if someone could enlighten me as to where to find the new high level schematics for hilts, dye packs, ship parts, etc. That is, those not available from crafting trainers. Any info you all could give would be certainly appreciated:) Thanks!

Well, I don't mind the 10 bucks but the issue isn't that. It's the "We'll make C2 shut up" and he did, that is until I bought all the shipboard upgrades ( Mail boxes, GTN Kiosk, etc.) and moved my characters to their ships, Now he jabbers more than ever. "We'll never charge subscribers for new content." And then there's the whole "Fixing bugs is a priority for us" yet more bugs ( Including old bugs not seen since the beta ). Bioware giveth and then immediately taketh away! There are only two ways of doing things : Half fast and Half assed! When the bean counters are running the show, you get half assed!

Actually the topics are linked, The gaming community is about to get a large portion of blame for people doing these terrible things, I think it important to this game and others that we have a dialogue about our community and it's impact. I don't believe gaming causes such behavior, I do think we as mmo gamers can have a possitive impact on people who feel dejected and alone.

You misunderstand, I agree there are many dark souls online and ingame. However,I don't think they are the ones who run into malls, theaters or schools and kill. They are too busy trolling and laughing at those whom they've hurt. I can understand why most people assume it's the dark souled among us that do such horrible deeds, but mostly it's the victims of such behavior, people who want us to feel the pain they feel in the absence of love. As the world gets seemingly darker, it becomes even more important to show love and kindness. Granted there are scociopaths and psychopaths, The former will more likely be found in the group you mention, the latter tend to kill others not themselves.

Wow! You sound like an expert! It never ceases to amaze me, the assumptions people make.Ted Kazinsky (a.k.a. The Unibomber) was diagnosed with schizzo-effective disorder by the court appointed shrinks that examined him. Not because they saw any evidence of mental disorder, but rather because "He must have been crazy to do what he did". This is why the kind of crap I refer to goes on.Handing out labels of convenience, instead of dealing with the truth. It is entirely possible to commit a heinous act while perfectly sane. All one requires is hopelessness. We are here for one reason, to learn to love. It would seem some of you are failing miserably

You may not think this subject relevant to our favorite game, but I assure you, it is. There are many good people playing this game, I've been lucky enough to encounter a few. But there is an increasing number of rude selfish and mean people playing. Some players have even risen to the rank of cruel. I'm sure many of you have experienced some of these behaviors, I don't think anyone will be driven to act out violently because of it. I do however think someone who is at the end of their rope, considering doing something horrible to themselves or others can find friendship and a connection to a gaming community. That's all it takes to prevent the unthinkable from happening, as it has so many times in so many places recently. You see, I know why they do it. When a person feels rejected, that they don't matter, don't belong. When the dark souled among us treat them like they are worthless or worse, like a source of cruel entertainment they will see the world as a dark and cruel place. Showing the kindness and love I know so many of you are capable of will let them see the world differently. Obviously this applies to daily life, but in game you can reach across distance and have a positive impact to people you will never meet. Remember the opposite of love isn't hate...... it's indifference.

My Sentinal's name is Tahnikahn-Jihn... think about it

Yeah, any line I get into, I'm stuck behind some old person who bought a single piece of fruit with a coupon and is returning it, making me wait while they complain.... And if you're on Harbinger, I hope you're not behind me in Queue, as it's sure to crash again just as I reach second in line

Sorry all, my fault for swapping days off. This usually happens on Wednesdays (my normal day off). And fair warning, I traded for Monday off next week so you should expect any or all of the following: -Unexpected maintainace -Emergency patch -Server crash -All of your companions MIA -Every bug from the Beta and beyond suddenly resurfacing -You'll log in to find yourself naked -Your weapon will be three levels higher than you are and you will have to Force Leap/Dirty kick your way back to civilization -You will infinitaly fall though the planet to your death or buried up to your waist in floor and unable to QT "While Moving" -You will find yourself trapped on a foriegn ship with your Fleet Pass on perpetual cooldown -All enemy NPC's will be attacking you from inside the walls, floor, cabinets, etc. and untargetable -All of your mail will disappear -If you manage to submit a ticket, it will fall into the CS Black Hole and, if you're lucky, it will two weeks later spit out a Gamma Ray Burst generic response e-mail that reads: "The issue has been forewarded to the appropriate department", and there it will sit in the 'In Box' ad infinitum. If I have left anything out, (and I'm pretty sure I have) feel free to add to the list. Again, I apologize in advance for any inconvienence this may cause you.

I realize this is probably over your head, but I never said it was about advancing. It's about what I pay for, playing without some loser using me to break his( or her) boredom by as if I was content.There are three basic types playing this game, PVEers, PVPers and those who want to boost their tiny ego's by PVPing on a PVE server. The solution is simple PvP servers, PVE servers and Big fish in a small pond servers (that would be for the "I want an easy target" losers) or just give everyone the ability to push a switch to expertise gear so the targets wouldn't be so easy

You know, I'm sick of you PVPers assuming! I'm not on a PVP server, but you wouldn't know it by the ***hats that annoy everyone who likes to PVE.The attitude is incredible! I've known some really decent PVPers, but they are getting rarer. Replaced by "ninja" (theiving scumbags) who steal a security chest while you're fighting for it and inconsiderate losers who run through fights deliberately blocking you and try every trick to get PVEers flagged for PVP. I'll say it ONE MORE TIME! If I wanted to PVP I'd be on a PVP server! To that end, It's unfair for Bioware to force PVE players not spec'd for PVP to get jumped and killed repeatedly to finnish a quest ON A PVE SERVER!!!! So much for promises

This is the second reference I've seen to this so far, and I third it! Also, I agree we need more medium armor that doesn't make us look like we're fleeing the Titanic. Smuggler headgear: Brimmed hat (like the one that's already ingame) that doesn't shade me and my companion and doesn't cover the whole head (I like my hairstyle). Any maybe Sunglasses that don't look like my Smuggler's going skiing. And Heavy armor without WW II communications gear on the back. Helmets that don't look like Snoopy or Miss Piggy, or like you stuck a watebasket on your head..... Oh, and more Masculine Light Consular gear, you know like Pants..... (yes there is one set that you have to wait until you're 39 to get and they're tights) And as a suggestion, Voss gear maybe?

The servers are indeed up!, get your download and don't forget to run repair!

A tip learned from experience: When the servers are back (and the patch is in) Do yourselves a favor close the launcher, reopen it sign in and run repair ( the gears icon), it will solve many issues before they happen! Like having your lightsaber visible when sheathed (Kira giving herself brain surgery) etc.