[17:01] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): Hello Everyone and Welcome to the Pi Story Chat! We are very pleased to have with us the Pi Story Team. I'm going to go ahead and let them introduce themselves, and then they'll start taking your questions!
[17:01] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Hello, I'm [GM]Mike from Pi Story.
[17:02] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Hi everyone! GMDaddy from Pi Story here. Nice to meet yall.
[17:02] susanrev: Hello All I am [GM]Glinda from Pi Story! Nice to meet all of you!
[17:05] susanrev: What makes Pi Story stand out from the other 2D MMOs out there?
Pi Story has many features that make it awesome! such as the house Pi system and our Web Diary system
[17:06] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): What inspired you to create Pi Story? There seems to many features that show the reasons, but what is your main reason?
GMDaddy: We wanted to create a game that was different that a typical MMO. A simple style game with real MMO features. Our team has a very creative mindset so we wanted to share that with users and hopefully they appreciate it too. Plus we just wanted to make a game that fun to play!
[17:06] susanrev: Do you plan on making any new jobs/factions (Clerics, Mages, Fighters) in the game? I'm very anxious to find out if any new factions will be created.
Yes We have the Thief class coming soon!
[17:07] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): What makes Pi Story stand out from the other 2D MMOs out there?
I also like to add the fighting is so different than other MMO's. While most are point and click, Pi Story is more of a button based attacking system.
[17:08] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): bananafort: Hello, are there any plans to introduce new Pis and areas for low-leveled characters?
More Pi's will come evenutally.
[17:08] susanrev: Greg XD (gpc4u): are we goin to get more furniture types?
Absolutely! we belive that you house Pi is your castle and it should reflect the personality of its owner. Hopefully we will have wallppaer and rugs to go with the furniture too
[17:09] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): How much interaction is there between the GMs and developers?
There is a lot of interaction. Communication is very key to development of this title, both Aeria and NCony work hard to provide the best in service and gameplay.
[17:09] susanrev: [Xf Helper] MasterRen (masterren): How much interaction is there between the GMs and developers?
We talk together almost every day. Working on how to fix bugs and what new content the players would enjoy the most
[17:10] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): XD (gpc4u): are we goin to get more furniture types?
There will definitely be more furniture types later but it's hard to focus on 1 area since there are so many different parts of Pi Story. Eventually there will be alot more items where you can decorate like as if you went to IKEA...ha
[17:10] susanrev: Mongo (lordmcirvin): How long has Pi story been around?
Pi Sotry is pretty much brand new in the world of MMO's. Aeriia hosts the only version of this game.
[17:11] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): [GF]Dßýtë / [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): Will we be able to make our own events as an update later in the game?
As you may know, I truly beleive and have full support for the players in Pi and have always found ways for players to hold their own events. More will come in the future.
[17:12] susanrev: GF]Dßýtë / [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): What is the estimated time period Pi Story will be online?
We plan on having Pi Story around forever. It is an awesome game with a very loyal following
[17:12] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Jaedwin (jaedwin): What is the estimated time period Pi Story will be online?
Not sure I understand your question correctly but hopefully forever!
[17:13] susanrev: Greg XD (gpc4u): How often do u check the cash shop idea forums?
I check just about every day. We take our players suggestions to heart.
[17:13] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): ): Greg XD (gpc4u): How often do u check the cash shop idea forums?
I generally check it everyday to see what players are suggesting. Just as I mentioned above, the Pi Story team does look at what the players have to say to provide excellent gameplay.
[17:14] susanrev: bananafort: Are there any plans to change the experience requirements for leveling up? The requirements are rather steep at the moment.
We understand that many players feel this same way and we are looking into ways to make it even more fun to level.
[17:15] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Kukiko (yukinoenzeru): Will we be able to hold more things in our bags in the future?
Kuki, I'm currently working on more storage options and testing them rigorously to ensure it works. Hopefully, they will be coming soon.
[17:15] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (excelryu): How many people make up your development team and what types of people you have working on the game? Was it a great challenge to make a game like this?
The dev team is comprised of about a team of 25 peeps. The team dynamics is very tight as some of us have been together since the start. Everyone has a mix of gaming backgrounds so it's easy to work toether. The game design is very clever and creative at the same time. The game is always challenging to produce especially if we catering to a global audience
[17:15] susanrev: Takako (takobels): when will we be able to change out smiles and hair styles?
We are testing those very things right now. We hope to release them in December!
[17:15] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Takako (takobels): when will we be able to change out smiles and hair styles?
These are currently being tested at the moment.
[17:16] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): [Xf Helper] Supercop007 (supercop007): [GF]Dßýtë / [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): Will the game's graphics be updated, Exmaple from 2D to 3D?
PvP is still in the works. As for graphics, we are working on the 2.5D element we have now.
[17:17] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (jaedwin): Will the game's graphics be updated, Exmaple from 2D to 3D?
It's hard to tell the future but the game is known for it's cute graphics.
[17:17] susanrev: Greg XD (gpc4u): the current CS pricings are fairly cheep are u planning on raising prices in the future?
Right now the cash shop is in a test run. We currently have no plans on what to do with the pricing once the test run is over.
[17:18] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (nowhereman560): Why did you choose to name the teleport-egglike things Pis? Surely there are some other coherent names you could've given them.
The name and game design was created by our game director that came from Ragnorok. I guess it was his vision...hehe
[17:18] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Acerayl (acerayl): What changes and updates can we look foward to next year?
Just like the Halloweene event, more themed events will come. As well as GM/GS hosted events such as the Pi Olympics and Banshee Doll event.
[17:19] susanrev: [GF]Dßýtë / [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): Please explain 2.5D. 2D = Flat Images, 3D = Geometrical + 3 Dimensional Figures. What abuot 2.5D?
2.5D means that you can move up and down and across and back on the screen. Generally a 2D game you can only move backwards and forwards in a striaght line
[17:19] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (acerayl): What changes and updates can we look foward to next year?
There are plenty of new features that we will be adding but not of which i can confirm at this point. But, I"m telling you, Pi Story will have alot more contents that will appeal to about everyone.
[17:20] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): (bel514): Are u guys looking into cleric's hand of healing uses too much mp?
We definitely are looking into these kind of details. We understand that changes are being made for the best, so bare with us.
[17:21] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Briaues (spaycemunkei): I saw the notice for the next few weeks to be exciting for those of us who have been loyal and stayed with pistory. What will we be looking forwad to? (hopes for 2x exp)
Expect a lot but as [GM]Daddy mentioned, there are a lot of features that haven't been implemented. They will come in time.
[17:21] susanrev: Kimberley (PiStory) (bulgroth): is there going to be a guild/GM/GS status for players to help newbies to the game to get adjusted to and learn PiStory?
We already have a GS program that our players can join. When you are ingame look for the rabbit ears and crazy eyes on a players. That will be one of our GS.
[17:21] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (jaedwin): Will there be any alliances with Ragnorok? Since "The name and game design was created by the game director who is from ragnorok" as in Alliance will there be ragnorak NPC's and such.
Unfortuantely not, It's like Mcdonalds joining with BK...just not right. and besides, our game director used to work at Ragnorock so i'm sure he left for a reason ha.
[17:23] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (excelryu): how did you started out as game developers?
Just like any other. We started with a small team in a tiny office and a dream. It just grew from there. Now NCONY Enterprise has over 40 employees with 2 offices.
[17:25] susanrev: USMCŦąłďễễř ︻デ┳═ー Ranger (dsdmonk): What classes/factions are your favorites? In my opinion it is hard to choose, because I'm still a hunter and am having a hard decision choosing what group to join.
I am a big fan of all the classes. But if I had to choose for myself, I like the fighter class. I enjoy getting in there and fighting the monsters!
[17:25] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): USMCŦąłďễễř ︻デ┳═ー Ranger (dsdmonk): What classes/factions are your favorites? In my opinion it is hard to choose, because I'm still a hunter and am having a hard decision choosing what group to join.
I love the fighter class as well.
[17:26] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (gpc4u): To Daddy: do u play in-game (never seen u) although ive been here for only 3 days (and i love it XD)
Ha. gpc4u, i do play but these days I'm more focused on making sure the new contents are being tested and added as scheduled. Since I work for the dev side, I have to make sure we do our part. I love playing Pi Story and will always try to play so definitely look for me. If i do come in, I usually like to kill newbs by having Death Parties. U sure you want me to come in still? Ha
[17:26] susanrev: USMCŦąłďễễř ︻デ┳═ー Ranger (dsdmonk): Do you think there should be a time limit for inactive people ingame (AFK people)?
I don't think a time limit is really needed. being AFK really doesn't do any harm
[17:27] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (dsdmonk): Do you think there should be a time limit for inactive people ingame (AFK people)?
I don't think there should be a time limit...as long as they're not affecting the game play.
[17:27] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): (dsdmonk): Do you think there should be a time limit for inactive people ingame (AFK people)?
As many players know, I can be quite AFK for a long time.
[17:28] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (daemonzero): Will there be a higher limit than taking 5 simultanious quests?
that is in the works atm.
[17:28] susanrev: Acerayl (acerayl): Any new enemies or areas we can look foward to?
We have so many new things coming up. That is one of the best things about having such a new game. About every 2 weeks we plan to have exciting new monsters and areas in the game for our players.
[17:29] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): [..:/=-+|zookuw|+-=\\:..] (zookuw): will there be voice chat?
Well we currently have Xfire to thanks for raising awareness of voice chat with use of their program.
[17:30] susanrev: Falmung (excelryu): Have you encountered any problems that have stolen your night while working on Pi Story or has it been a smooth ride? I imagine working on a online game is more harder than a offline one.
Nothing this good ever come easily. We have had a few rough nights, but we all worked together and get things fixed as fast as possible
[17:31] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Acerayl (acerayl): What kind of fun activities do you do in the office? Any cubical wars, cosplay days?
I like to run around the office at times like I do in Pi Story, but with clothes on of course.
[17:31] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (bulgroth): is there any plans in place to fix rediculous death acts like act 16, where you get into the boss map, and are immediately surrounded by mobs/boss? Kinda gets depressing when you just finish loading the map, just in time to see you lose your last hp, with no chance of healing yourself, or running away.
If it was up to me, everyone would be smushed to death as my death parties show. however, the game is more catered to parties and working together. but we obviously have some bugs and looking to elminiate them
[17:32] susanrev: Acerayl (acerayl): What kind of fun activities do you do in the office? Any cubical wars, cosplay days?
Every new GM is given a nerf gun once he comletes his training. We often have shifting alliances and nerf wars are constantly breaking out.
[17:32] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Kona (twistedkonata): When do you think guilds will get guild houses and what will the features be?
I've noticed lots of guilds have been using the NPC houses, and we are working hard to get the Guild houses implemented.
[17:33] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Acerayl (acerayl): What kind of fun activities do you do in the office? Any cubical wars, cosplay days?
I can contest I'm the best nerf gun GM, period.
[17:33] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (acerayl): What kind of fun activities do you do in the office? Any cubical wars, cosplay days?
practical jokes, throwing small cushy balls at one another. fps gaming company game contests, not opening the front door when you forget your key card , etc
[17:33] susanrev: Acerayl (acerayl): Do you plan on making apperences to any Video Game Conventions next year?
Yes we will be publishing a list of where we plan to be later this year.
[17:34] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Acerayl (acerayl): Do you plan on making apperences to any Video Game Conventions next year?
You can definitely catch me at the ones held in California.
[17:35] susanrev: (dsdmonk): Do you guys plan on adding more slots for parties? I like the fact that you have support whenever you need it, for example if your health goes low a partner can take your place and fight, in my opinion having more party members would have a bigger affect in battles espically harder dungeons.
YOu know that is a good idea. Possibly having the oppotunity to have an extra party member or two for the harder dungens!
[17:36] susanrev: minato1985: Will we ever see cross classing between the different classes?
Though we do have the opportunity to switch classes, It hink having cross-classing might negatively affect the game balance
[17:36] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Briaues (spaycemunkei): What would you consider your perfect sunday?
sleep all day being served my favorite foods like "Chicken Fried Rice!"
[17:36] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Falmung (excelryu): What is each of the devs favorite class?
I'm very fond of the fighter class, every game I've played growing up was always about being the baddest mammajamma.
[17:38] susanrev: USMCŦąłďễễř ︻デ┳═ー Ranger (dsdmonk): Will you guys make any agreements / alliances with other games in your company (Competions, shared events, etc) like an event taken place right now just with hours being competed between both games?
We plan on having many major cross promotions, similar to what you are seeing here with Xfire and what we recently did with Shojo Beat magazine
[17:39] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (jaedwin): To All Main Developers: When you were first developing the game did you imagine it growing as big as it is now, What were your initial estimations on how big it would be?
Of course envisioned our game to be popular however the mmo market is so concentrated it's hard to determine what will happen. But we're very excited that people had a chance to see our dream and to be honest, we're very happy with just that. The bigger Pi Story gets, well that's adds the icing to the cake.
[17:40] susanrev: Falmung (excelryu): Will you have ingame awards like trophies for rewarding players for doing unique things?
We definetly have plans for awards and trophys on our website. Look for that to happen early next year :)
[17:41] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Amaya3577 (cocobabe3577): will ther ever be a event where each GM fight each other? and have teams to back them up?
You know what, that's a good idea and I can tell you right now, I would take GMJediMike to School!!! He would go down in flames and I would love to have a Pi Story crew! Now that is said, when pvp comes out, that will be something to look forward to
[17:42] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Danton (dantonwerewolf): Why won't [GM]JediMike talk to me anymore? T-T
don't take it personally, he's a busy guy. i even have trouble talking to him sometimes. we'll give him a time-out. ;)
[17:43] susanrev: zigon11 (zigon11): im having trouble downloading the game, who do i speak with?
YOu can go to the Pi Story forums at Aeriagames.com and/or you can send us a help ticket by using the 'contact us' form found at the bottom of every page of our website. Aeriagames.com
[17:45] susanrev: Acerayl (acerayl): What made the decision to make Pi Story a free to play mmo with a virtual market instead of a monthly subscription?
We believe that Free to Play is really the future of gaming. This way players can get a chance to try out the game and see how they like it for free!
[17:45] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): minato1985: When is the projected date PVP will be released (An estimate)
It's tough to say at this point because it's still being developed. But we are definitely aware that this is a high request and looking to launch as soon as we can. But we also want to make it right so you're not disappointed
[17:45] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Falmung (excelryu): Will you have ingame awards like trophies for rewarding players for doing unique things?
We are working on implementing a ranking system for our high level players.
[17:46] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Acerayl (acerayl): Is there plans to have a boxed retail version with extras included or a special edition, like a few other mmo's have done?
Pi Story will be a free-to-play title that will be easily accessible to anyone through download.
[17:46] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): How long is this questinoining peroid?
1hr
[17:47] susanrev: Acerayl (acerayl): Is there plans to have a boxed retail version with extras included or a special edition, like a few other mmo's have done?
We will consider doing such a thing only if we are certain the our fplayers who can't afford to pay for the boxed version will have an equal ability to enjoy the same content.
[17:47] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Briaues (spaycemunkei): Final question from me....when (hopefully soon) will we be allowed to gift cs items to others?
Well the cash shop is currently in it's trial run so hopefully within the next couple of weeks
[17:47] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): GF]Dßýtë / [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): To Gm Mike: While working do you get breaks like "Cookie + Milk Breaks" and hows life as a developer?
They give me special time here because I'm a special person. And I prefer pecan pie.
[17:48] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Maybe soda pop too.
[17:48] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Kimberley (PiStory) (bulgroth): what's the estimated timeline on the ending of PiStory's beta testing period?
Well we want to make sure the game is fully ready and bug free first. So hopefully that will be very soon.
[17:49] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): USMCŦąłďễễř ︻デ┳═ー Ranger (dsdmonk): This question is also in response with Blea's (minato1985) question, Will the special Pi's ever be released again? I am also wondering about this and if they do come out again, will any new Pi's be added along with them?
Eventually they will be added, I've tested several of the Pi not available and have found some issues. We need to test them rigorously to ensure flawless gameplay.
[17:50] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): ♪{DOA}Dr.Baboon♪猫の鳴き声 (nowhereman560): Do you plan on making new designs, colours, etc of armors? They seem kind of bland, at the moment.
We certainly are, if you noticed the Morning Star hat in the Item Mall (Cash Shop) - that comes in different colors. The dev team can work on implementing more in the future.
[17:50] susanrev: DOA}Dr.Baboon♪猫の鳴き声 (nowhereman560): Do you plan on making new designs, colours, etc of armors? They seem kind of bland, at the moment.
yes. We have many new and exciting items in the works.
[17:50] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Falmung (excelryu): What do you recommend for aspiring people wanting to enter the gaming industry?
To play alot of games and be technically sound.
[17:50] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Acerayl (acerayl): Who made the server names and why?
You can thanks [GM]Glinda's creativeness for the Pi names.
[17:51] susanrev: Acerayl (acerayl): Who made the server names and why?
I thought that Pies were a cure idea, but the players voted to pick which pies we used for the server names!
[17:52] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): [MS]Jaedwin (jaedwin): Was 'Pi Story' based on a movie, game, book, etc. If so what was it?
Pi Story was based on mutliple scenarios so it's sort like a fusion game i guess. It's hard describe the creative mind our director and game design team.
[17:52] susanrev: Falmung (excelryu): Who was in charge of the art of the game?
The brilliant development team is in charge of all the art in Pi Story. I think they made Pi Story one of the most beautiful mmo's in the world.
[17:53] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): USMCŦąłďễễř ︻デ┳═ー Ranger (dsdmonk): [Aeria]GMJediMike, do you really believe GMDaddy would set you in flames in a 1 on 1 battle? I just couldn't let this topic go lol xD
Untrue. I think if we had PvP, I'd have to whoop him.
[17:53] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Amaya3577 (cocobabe3577): will there be a pumpkin pie sever some time soon?
Amaya, Cherry is here and others severs will come.
[17:53] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (dsdmonk): [Aeria]GMJediMike, do you really believe GMDaddy would set you in flames in a 1 on 1 battle? I just couldn't let this topic go lol xD
GM mike is too busy to sipping on his milk to whoop anyone...
[17:55] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Greg XD (gpc4u): What is your pastimes?
I'm a big fan of the whole MMO scene and am glued to almost all aspects of it. Pi Story is a fun project to be on and want to make it very fun for all of you.
[17:55] susanrev: Amaya3577 (cocobabe3577): will there be a pumpkin pie sever some time soon?
When we add new servers, the players get to vote on which type of pie they will be named after.
[17:55] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Kona (twistedkonata): When will Mike stop being such a newb at Halo? XD
I don't think that will happen.
[17:55] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (supercop007): Greg XD (gpc4u): What is your pastimes?
As you get older, your life becomes more mundane but for the sake of entertaining, texas holdem, snowboarding, playing games and just keeping it simple chilling w/ people i care about....and most importantly, making Pi Story a kick butt game!
[17:56] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Kona (twistedkonata): When will Mike stop being such a newb at Halo? XD
LOL
[17:56] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Amaya3577 (cocobabe3577): why do mike nad daddy hate each other so much??
We don't. We have a lot of fun with our competitiveness. Something we take a lot of pride in and instill in working on Pi Story. We have competitors and iwe like to give each other good laughs.
[17:57] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): Amaya3577 (cocobabe3577): why do mike nad daddy hate each other so much??
LOL, we don't hate each other...it's our way of showing how much we care about each other. I only whoop people if i like them.
[17:57] susanrev: Greg XD (gpc4u): i call cocalate pie XD? do we get to nominate names?
Generally our volunteers get to nominate the names and then the players get the final vote.
[17:57] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): Falmung (excelryu): Will Pi Story expand to other mediums like comics, novels or any outside material that complements the game?
I definitely can see us doing more branding and merchandising. But our main concern is getting Pi where it needs to be first. I would love to see a [GM]Mike action figure!
[17:58] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (excelryu): Will Pi Story expand to other mediums like comics, novels or any outside material that complements the game?
Well we first want to make Pi Story the MMO a success. But we would like to take it the next level once it's appropriate.
[17:59] susanrev: It looks like we are out of time :( I want to thank all of you for your support. Please stop by and see me ingame [GM]Glinda!
[17:59] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): Alright everyone, that's all the time we have for the Pi Story team. Let's give them a round of applause!
[17:59] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): (excelryu): Will Pi Story expand to other mediums like comics, novels or any outside material that complements the game?
I'll give props to mike on this one since I don't play halo. if i did, he wouldn't play anymore.
[17:59] [Aeria]GMJediMike (gmjedimike): I want to thank everyone for coming out and supporting Pi Story. We definitely had a great experience. I can say from the bottom of my heart we will be working hard to give you guys an enjoyable experience.
[18:00] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): Now on to the winners!
[18:00] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): 10 Winners:
Ten (10) Winners each win:
Darkmoon Crimson Jacket (90-day)
Darkmoon Crimson Dress Pants (90-day)
Darkmoon Scarlet Jacket(90-day)
Darkmoon Scarlett Dress (90-day)
Xfire T-Shirt (permanent)
Stack of 30 Grape Juice 200ml
3 Purple Candy Pouches
[18:00] GMDaddy (chickenfryrice): thanks so much you guys! We truly had a great time and thank everyone for their great questions, time and support. We hope to make the game even better
[18:00] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): 1. Acerayl
2. minato1985
3. shibo
4. solly
5. garook
6. GregXD
7. Falmung
8. USMCTaldeer
9. ArcherMog
10. Dave of the Grove
[18:00] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): I am PMing you for more information.
[18:00] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): Thanks everyone for coming!
[18:00] [Xfire] Chatteox (chatteox): Have a good night!
