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Gaea: Well, the Type 59 is not Russian...
Also, we will be doing a lot more All Star events and will cycle through all the different vehicles in the game. I'm sure at some point we will choose the tanks you like! And, the first 3 All Star events we did were all American tanks, so we are changing it up a bit to give everyone a chance

Tanitha: Hi Dazman.
I'm a fellow SandGroper BTW, (If you are old enough to understand that term
We really are the most remote place on the earth when it comes to internet, Our net needs to travel 1000's of miles before it even leaves the country.
So any lag issues we have are already escalated due to the lag already being extreme on a good day.
As for your report above, if you could imagine, if it was WG's servers or US related, you would assume it to be most effected in peak NA times.
Not peak AUS times.
The fact that your issues are in peak WA times, means its likely due to all the traffic shoved done one pipe from AUS to USA which is pretty full.
Or the centre in USA who's accepting the AUS traffic from one of only a few incoming cables,, to be overloaded with the Peak AUS traffic.
We don't have many outgoing cables, and earthquakes break them easily, and they don't get fixed or replaced quickly..
I posted some help here.
http://forum.worldof...ing-lag-issues/
Doing that you can get a idea of exactly what and where the issue is.
Tan.

GeneralDirection: Based on the notes I have, this is what is tentatively scheduled to be part of the gift shop:
$109.95
PzKpfw V/IVgarage slot25,000 gold
$79.95
M6A2E1garage slot12,500 gold
$59.95
A-32garage slot12,000 gold
$51.95
Lowegarage slot
$34.95
KV-5garage slot
$29.95
6,500 gold
$14.95
3,000 gold
For the packages that grant a tank, if the tank is already owned by the recipient, they will receive the gold equivalent instead.

Tanitha: Hello tekcor.
While the vaste majority of crash issues with 7.0 are from 6.7 player made modules, that obviously isnt the case for all.
Especially yourself which just recently installed.
Have you tried this?
http://forum.worldof...client-crashes/
Otherwise please also contact support via the ticket system through support.worldoftanks.com
Its better to tackle the problem solving from both sides.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello aboboaka
Why do you need to bump? was your question not answered here in the quote that was posted above?
What else do you need?

Tanitha: Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: And this is when you (and we) wish you had the playback/record feature on.
It records your whole game into a 1 meg file that anyone can playback and watch.
you should switch the feature on and have a play.. Its hot.
Tan.

GeneralDirection: It has absolutely nothing to do with "secret group of clan leaders" and everything to do with the plain and simple fact of logistics: the forum is manually administered, meaning each individual clan leader has to be added to the group manually by Tanitha. We started off with clans holding territory on the global map because it was the easiest way to get things started. Since then we've continued to add clan leaders as we're able to.
And no, they are not "making decisions." Decisions are ultimately made by the clan wars designers.

GeneralDirection: The global map coming back up was delayed because of the pending release of 7.1. That should be deployed on January 5th, assuming nothing bad comes up last minute.

Tanitha: You can contact support (Vua the ticket system) and get them to perma ban the account if you wish. support.worldoftanks.com
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: YAY, congrats to the WOT community!

GeneralDirection: We're aiming to have it available shortly after 7.1 is released.

GeneralDirection: Ten Ton Hammer selects World of Tanks' community as the best of the year in its end-of-year awards.
Read more!

Tanitha: Hello Lt_Gen_Patton
there is no distinction between bots and afk players within the rules, they are dealt with the same and permanently game banned the same.
The key point here is "excessive and repetitive" anyone can afk because the phone rings. doing it regularly to "cheat the system" is a different topic.
There is a in game report feature now, to make it easier for yourself and other players.
Once they are reported, thorough investigations take place over a period of time to make sure it is... "excessive and repetitive"
Regards
Tan.

GeneralDirection: They are not receiving preorder tanks as giftsThe gift shop will be available for NA players as well, but it does not allow gifting of any premium tank -- there are only select tanks available7.1 is currently planned to be deployed on the NA server on January 5th, which is required for the gift shopJanuary has a lot of discounts, which we will announce later, including a few things we haven't done before or have only done rarelyThe x3 event for the NA server was held in December, along with a x5 event over the Christmas holiday... we have other plans for experience bonuses in January

Tanitha: Glad you got that fixed quickly, and welcome to World of Tanks.
Have fun
Tan.

Tanitha: WG Staff are no exception, insults to anyone within the world of tanks environment is against the EULA and forum rules.
Breaches in the forum rules sufficiently severe to not require a simple warning, do result in forum mutes.
The company you work for might not have rules of conduct within their forums, Wargaming however does.
Tan.

Tanitha: Client crashes in 7.0 and or 7.1 are mostly/usually from incompatible player mods that were written for 6.7
Do you have a clean instalation of the test? or.. did you install it over a clean mod free version of 7.0?
If not, you could try a clean fresh installation and then let me know how that went please.
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello King,
As i said in my original reply, you probably aren't "using a login which was valid on 15th November"
It sounds like you have changed your password since then, so would would need to login with the details from then..

Tanitha: Hello Scaze.
As above, you didnt have a account on the 15th november, you joined after that date.
So you wont have a account on teh test server either.
Have fun with retail, and future up coming test's, But not this one unfortunately.
Tan.

Tanitha: Thanks medium, a excellent reply : )
Hope that help littleNV.
Tan.

Tanitha: Hi Sun, the only date I have on when the database was copied was "about" the 15th November, Its possible
A. November 13th is too close and thus doesnt exist.
B. you have changed your login.password Since the 15th November
C. The server was down when you tried to login.

Tanitha: Hi weezly , as above.. it looks like either.
A. you have changed your login.password Since the 15th November
B. The server was down when you tried to login.

Tanitha: Hi Reno
No, there is no known login issues, except if the server is down, (it will currently say bad password when its down).
Or people logging in with the wrong username.

Tanitha: Hi Tank
You need to make a copy of the 7.0 client, and then install the two 7.1+ patches over one of the copies IE the copy you call WotldofTanksTEST for example.

Tanitha: Thats usually caused by a incomplete or corrupted download, its best to download large files with a file manager to prevent these issues.
A common one the players often use is Jdownloader which can be downloaded from jdownloader.org (NOT from jdownloader.com)
Then install the two patches over a "copy" of the release client.
Tan.

Tanitha: There is a spam setting in the settings yes.
And since its the test server, it would have been a nice opportunity to test that..
However there is no support, or reporting etc for the test server, its just a test server that's up for a little and then down, then wiped, then updated and repeat..
You never know, the RU managers might have asked for feedback on the spam feature.
Regards
Tan.

Tanitha: Did you get it setup ok nooblet?
Tan.

Tanitha: I understand Echelon, but some of the popular 6.7 mods are very buggy with the 7.0 client.
Your issue to me sounds like a mod issue, some of these issues will work under cirtain circumstances and not under others.
Your first step in bug fixing your issues, is to run a clean client, so you can prove if the issue is our client, or more than likely in this case a player made module that is not fully compatible.
Tan.

Tanitha: I've only seen the issue on a couple of 0 game accounts so far, yeah.
Tan.

Tanitha: Hello Phunky, By the looks of that, you are barely connecting to your local internet provider mind about world of tanks.
What sort of internet connection do you have? It looks like it needs some tweaking or changing to get much use out of the net.
Tan.

GeneralDirection: Gaea will get you set up. We'll be formally announcing the Council soon.

GeneralDirection: Good catch. The point limit is 31. Adding to rules.

GeneralDirection: There already is -- it's the Post meridiem Challenge.

GeneralDirection: It is indeed coming.

GeneralDirection: No ammo restrictions, and good catch -- adding that to the rules.

GeneralDirection: The January 2012 Challenge will be themed around the Battle of Monte Cassino. All standard Challenge rules apply, as well as those listed below. Please be sure to look over the rules thoroughly -- especially as a team captain. If you have questions regarding team creation, stay tuned for that -- we will be publishing a full guide to creating your team before the start of the first round.
Registration
A news update will be published on the community portal once the tournament page is live and registration is available.
Registration begins: January 2, 2012Registration ends: January 6, 2012
Tier Limits
Heavy tank - 7Medium tank - 7Tank Destroyer - 7Light tank - 5SPG - 5
Schedule
The full schedule will be provided at the close of registration, once the final team count has been determined. Rounds will begin at 6PM UTC+8 (2AM PST, 5AM EST) each scheduled day.
Round 1: January 9, 2012Additional rounds to be determined on January 7, 2012
Prizes
The following prizes will be provided to each member of the respective team, including reserves.
First place: 9,000 goldSecond place: 4,500 goldThird place: 2,700 goldFourth place: 1,800 gold
If the first place team is able to win the Challenge without losing a single battle, each member will receive an additional 1,800 gold.
Maps
There will only be one map used during the Monte Cassino Ante meridiem Challenge. The map played on for the Challenge will be Abbey.

GeneralDirection: The January 2012 Challenge will be themed around the Battle of Monte Cassino. All standard Challenge rules apply, as well as those listed below. Please be sure to look over the rules thoroughly -- especially as a team captain. If you have questions regarding team creation, stay tuned for that -- we will be publishing a full guide to creating your team before the start of the first round.
Registration
A news update will be published on the community portal once the tournament page is live and registration is available.
Registration begins: January 2, 2012Registration ends: January 6, 2012
Tier Limits
Heavy tank - 7Medium tank - 7Tank Destroyer - 7Light tank - 5SPG - 5
Schedule
The full schedule will be provided at the close of registration, once the final team count has been determined. Rounds will begin at 6PM PST (9PM EST, 02:00 UTC) each scheduled day.
Round 1: January 9, 2012Additional rounds to be determined on January 7, 2012
Prizes
The following prizes will be provided to each member of the respective team, including reserves.
First place: 9,000 goldSecond place: 4,500 goldThird place: 2,700 goldFourth place: 1,800 gold
If the first place team is able to win the Challenge without losing a single battle, each member will receive an additional 1,800 gold.
Maps
There will only be one map used during the Monte Cassino Post meridiem Challenge. The map played on for the Challenge will be Abbey.

GeneralDirection: Below you will find the standard rules for all Challenge tournaments in World of Tanks. Any rules not listed below may be reflected by an additional list of rules stated in a particular Challenge tournament listing, found both here on the forums and on the tournaments page. These rules are subject to change at any time, but notice will be given upon each modification.
Last Update: December 28, 2011
Participation Requirements
All participants must log in to World of Tanks at least once before being able to register for the tournamentThere is no maximum number of teams; all teams that fit the registration criteria may participateA team must have at least 5, and no more than 8 members to be eligible for acceptance in the tournament
Standard Tournament Settings
Game Mode: 5-vs.-5Team Size: 8; 5 participants and 3 reserve playersSubstitutions: Players may be substituted freely between battles within a round, but must be on the roster as of the start of the tournamentVictory conditions: The first team to win 2 battles will be the winner and will be qualified to continue onto the next roundBattle duration: Each battle will last a maximum of 10 minutes; if there is not a winner within the time limit, the battle will be considered a drawIntentional draws: If a team captain suspects intentional draws to prevent both teams from advancing, a dispute may be filedRound must last at least 8 battles before this particular dispute will be consideredBreaks: There will be a 3 minute break between battles within a roundOff Days: Except where otherwise noted, there will be one off day between each round to allow for disputes and investigation of rule violationsSchedule: The Challenge schedule will be created at the close of registration, once the final team count has been determined
Variable Tournament Settings
The below settings may change with each individual Challenge and will be announced with the start of registration.
Map(s)Tier limitsPrizes
Before the Round
Players are recommended to be online 15 minutes before the start of the round3 reserve players are an available option to replace team members that do not show up for the tournamentIf a team does not show up and ready for the battle by the scheduled time they will forfeitIf a team cannot provide 5 players for the battle, they may still attempt to win the battle with what they have
During the Round
In case of an in-game dispute, ensure that replays are being saved to your replays folderIf replays are not enabled at the time of the disputable incident, take a screenshot so that it may be reviewed as part ofthe dispute process
Remakes & Server Issues
If server issues arise, the battle will be rescheduled by the admin and the two teams will not be disqualifiedRescheduled battles will take place during the next available off day, or immediately if no off day is available
Disputes
Disputes may only be filed by a team captainOnce a dispute is filed, both involved team captains will be alerted of the dispute being received no later than 12 hours after dispute submissionThe dispute may be challenged, but a challenge must be submitted before the start of the following roundDispute resolution will be communicated with both involved team captains at least one hour prior to the start of thefollowing roundTo submit a dispute, team captain must gather all information pertaining to the dispute and submit it via email to tournaments@worldoftanks.com with the subject title “Challenge Dispute” and must include:
Name of the tournament the team is participating inNames of both teams involved in the roundReason for dispute: e.g. “I would like to report the team for using a tank that was not allowed, the StuG III.”A replay of the match(es) in questionIf a replay is not available, screenshots must be submitted of the leaderboard displaying both teams, as well as screenshotsof any disputed actions.
Other Warnings and Disqualifications
Teams can receive a warning for unsportsmanlike conduct such as excessive use of foul language, griefing, racism, profanity,rude acts, vulgar acts, acts of belligerence, and disrespect of an official,streamer or caster.Teams can receive a warning for other reasons decided by the tournament administration.All warnings are first and final. A second warning for any other infraction of the ruleset is grounds for immediateremoval pending an investigation by the tournament administration.Teams can receive a disqualification if they intentionally use any prohibited bugs, exploits, hacks or are found to be utilizing unfair methods of competition by the tournament administration.The tournament administration may adjust these rules at any time at their discretion.

GeneralDirection: It will be based entirely on the number of teams that meet the criteria to participate. I'm working on finishing up the rules now.

Gaea: The current map will not be wiped, but when the NA maps come out, there will be fresh land for you to acquire!

Gaea: The current map will not be wiped, but when the NA maps come out, there will be fresh land for you to acquire!

Gaea:
You can just type in the email address: events@worldoftanks.com and see if that works

Gaea:
You can just type in the email address: events@worldoftanks.com and see if that works

GeneralDirection: No, I'm pretty sure I got the point. You missed my point -- especially considering your reply.
Changing code is far different from changing a database entry or a text string in the client. Every single thing you listed would require debating the impact those changes would have not only on the balance of the M36, but also the balance of other tank destroyers -- and tanks in general -- of its battle tiers.
Changing a name, however, involves:
Us: Players have posted feedback and The Chieftain has done research stating that the M36 should be renamed from Slugger to JacksonDesigners: Okay, create a poll and let's see some real data based on voting

GeneralDirection: The map will be Abbey, since the tournament will be themed around the Battle of Monte Cassino.