Things we need to know for rage 2011

[Slyporkie]

What do you mean not advertised? There were detailed adds in the nag magazines, on the nag website and rAge website. So if you say there were no adds then you failed the challenge as Retic said.
You sir... Fail

Please read all the posts before commenting to avoid everybody having to repeat themselves, but:

It was advertised everywhere, that the NAG L@N tickets would go on sale on the 1st of August at midnight...

They did not...

Hence, the issue that a large number of potential clients have, including me...

[Tankiouse]

I did and you said it was not advertised, not it was advertised incorrectly

[Slyporkie]

I did and you said it was not advertised, not it was advertised incorrectly

Please provide a quote to that fact...?

[Tankiouse]

I have no issue with anything you said, my only issue was that the launch was not as advertised, plain and simple.

There are you happy

[Slyporkie]

There are you happy

not really...

my only issue was that the launch was not as advertised

Please make sure to read my comments correctly before making false accusations?

[Tankiouse]

Ok well then make yourself clear... launch of what?

[Slyporkie]

Ok well then make yourself clear... launch of what?

You surely cannot, be now confused? The title of the the very thread you are commenting in, provides the answer to your question.

[Tankiouse]

OMG fail

[S1ruz7Z]

You surely cannot, be now confused? The title of the the very thread you are commenting in, provides the answer to your question.

so did u manage to get a ticket from someone els !

[Griff3n]

Slyporkie. Come on dude. How can we answer these questions? Please just send an email to the editor or something. I really dont want to come to this thread with an intention of learning some vital information only to have to go through pages of u just bitching about how you didnt get a ticket. Just put your name on the list, and listen to the suggestions and ask around.

Anyhoo
I must admit it sucks to not be able to bring bought food into the Dome. Thinking about getting my main meals at Northgate and then like some slap chips to snack on in the Dome [bought from a vendor, dont worry].

Couple of questions:
1. About how much do u think will be necessary for the food? [I dont need to eat alot maybe like 2 meals a day]
2. Are we able to eat at the computers? [the food that we bought that is]
3. What do u okes do when u need food?
4. Do u leave an oke at your PC's and send a runner?
5. Those who have been... How do u charge your cellphones?
6. What can I do to prepare so that my PC has limited settings to change before I can start playing?

Thanks L@N veterans :)

[Slyporkie]

so did u manage to get a ticket from someone els !

Not yet, got my name on the list with NAG within the first few hours (top five on there), fingers crossed!

[Slyporkie]

Slyporkie. Come on dude. How can we answer these questions? Please just send an email to the editor or something. I really dont want to come to this thread with an intention of learning some vital information only to have to go through pages of u just bitching about how you didnt get a ticket. Just put your name on the list, and listen to the suggestions and ask around.

Anyhoo
I must admit it sucks to not be able to bring bought food into the Dome. Thinking about getting my main meals at Northgate and then like some slap chips to snack on in the Dome [bought from a vendor, dont worry].

Couple of questions:
1. About how much do u think will be necessary for the food? [I dont need to eat alot maybe like 2 meals a day]
2. Are we able to eat at the computers? [the food that we bought that is]
3. What do u okes do when u need food?
4. Do u leave an oke at your PC's and send a runner?
5. Those who have been... How do u charge your cellphones?
6. What can I do to prepare so that my PC has limited settings to change before I can start playing?

Thanks L@N veterans :)

I apologize for the slight hijack, but I have been hoping that more people (including NAG) would get on the bandwagon to do something about the mess, although, it seems, that not many are interested in trying to prevent repeat failures...

But, as a vet, let me dispose some wisdom:

1. Depends on what kind of food you consider a meal, if you talking decent food, then bank about R250 a day (for two meals).
2. I always ate at my PC (the snacks and stuff), but normally went to the mall for the proper meals.
3. It's cool to leave your PC and grab some food at the food courts or mall, never had anything go missing.
4. I never had a need, guys are there to game and proberly won't even notice you gone.
5. USB Charger, USB charger needed for anything and everything.
6. Make sure all your games have the latest patches, windows too and the latest drivers. They normally have some patches available there and the graphics drivers, but better to be prepared before hand. Also Antivirus is a good idea, never know what bugs you might pick up.

[Griff3n]

But, as a vet, let me dispose some wisdom:

1. Depends on what kind of food you consider a meal, if you talking decent food, then bank about R250 a day (for two meals).
2. I always ate at my PC (the snacks and stuff), but normally went to the mall for the proper meals.
3. It's cool to leave your PC and grab some food at the food courts or mall, never had anything go missing.
4. I never had a need, guys are there to game and proberly won't even notice you gone.
5. USB Charger, USB charger needed for anything and everything.
6. Make sure all your games have the latest patches, windows too and the latest drivers. They normally have some patches available there and the graphics drivers, but better to be prepared before hand. Also Antivirus is a good idea, never know what bugs you might pick up.

Shots for the info dude.

Another thing, Is there an internet connection? what if i dont have access to patches? Would I be able to get them off D++ network? and does it get freezing there? Must i bring my cocoon?

It is cool to hear that you havent had anything gone missing. Not sure if the rest of the okes I play with be so trustful, so we will probably play that one by ear :)

[willbeonekenobi]

Shots for the info dude.

Another thing, Is there an internet connection? what if i dont have access to patches? Would I be able to get them off D++ network? and does it get freezing there? Must i bring my cocoon?

It is cool to hear that you havent had anything gone missing. Not sure if the rest of the okes I play with be so trustful, so we will probably play that one by ear :)

Last year they had Internet access (but it was mainly for drm related crap and not for downloads) although there would be many people that would probably have the latest patch for the game you are looking to get a hold of on the network so you shouldn't worry there.

Weather-wise the previous 2 occasions that I attended (this is my third year in a row) I never got that cold. It does get a little chilly late at night so if you have a very low temperature threshold (like you wearing a tracksuit in 30 degree CENTIGRADE heat) then I would suggest bringing an extra blanket or jacket.

Security wise, the security guards there are very good. But if you apply the numbered stickers that you will get at the reception area to you Pc, headphones, screen, mouse and keyboard, and keep your cellphone, wallet and any other valuable object (like a camera or something) with you then you should not worry.

[Chaosekie]

Sad to say but don't leave anything that can fit in a bag or pocket easily lying around, no one will steal you pc, but they might go after you wallet and phone, lost both last year luckily got my wallet back.

[Slyporkie]

As willbeonekenobi said, a valuable item like a wallet etc. is never a good idea to leave lying around anywhere. The weather has been pretty good the last couple of times I went too, plus all those heavy breathers in the Dome keep it kind of cozy anyway ;)

You might also want to take and extra top with you, can be used as a pillow (depending how comfortable your keyboard is), if there isn't a bean bag available.

[Thebritishtwit]

@Slyporkie
I'm Sorry but R250 a day for 2 meals, what are u buying? spending R100 a day will be fine and and if u want a decent meal go to spur and get an original Spur Burger for R45.95 plus a drink and a little tip for the Waiter so around maybe R70 - R75 * 2 = R140 - 150 maybe R180 max a day never more

[Thebritishtwit]

and the burger comes with chips.... Bonus!

[S1ruz7Z]

If only u can buy 2 of them for R50 ...

[Jawz89]

hahaha this thread is super funny...... I get the point that Slyporkie is trying to make. If the customers aren't gona complain about the mess that computicket did then NAG has to use their big voice! Otherwise its just gona happen again next year.. Anyway, this is my first NAG LAN and i simply can't wait!!!!!!! See you all there!!