Aion - Angels or Demons?

[Voicy]

Hi friends,

Based on interest in this game by WrG's (and the larger SA gaming community in general), I would like to see which faction tickles your fancy and maybe determine on which side we can all play together.

Basically there are 3 factions: The Elyos (Angels/"Alliance"), The Asmodians (Emo Demons/"Hordies") and the Dragonkin (NPC race). So far the SA Aion community rates the popularity as Elyos 68% - Asmodians 32%.

This is by no means an attempt to force people to choose a side, but I will find it interesting to see who prefers which side.

If you haven't heard of this game yet, I strongly suggest you read through Sunny's original thread: http://www.wargeeks.org/showthread.php?t=8105

I'll wait here...

Right, so you've skimmed through that thread and you're still a little confused...Here's a few external links to give you a little more insight into the game...

• SA Aion Community: - http://www.aionsouthafrica.com/
  
• As per Sunny's post - Official Site: - http://eu.aiononline.com/uk/about/factions/?src=side
  
• As per Sunny's post - Official Classes: - http://eu.aiononline.com/uk/about/classes/?src=side
  
• MyGaming.co.za following: - http://mygaming.co.za/forum/showthread.php?t=2240
  
• MyGaming.co.za Graphics queries: - http://mygaming.co.za/forum/showthread.php?t=2536
  
• myADSL following: - http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showthread.php?t=180991

There are currently 2 editions of the game being released at the end of this month:

Aion Steelbox retail version - R350.

Aion Collector's Edition (CE) - +/-R518. (What does it include? You didn't read the thread I told you to, did you? )

Please note:

This is a Pay-to-Play (P2P) game and monthly subs will be around the 10 Euro mark, so roughly R100 p/m.

[Thumponius]

I think the Emo Demon look is definitely in this month. Those pumps are to die for.

[Noodle]

As cool as this looks, I just don't have the time or money to join a MMO...

But as an FYI I like the Asmodians.

[Voicy]

As cool as this looks, I just don't have the time or money to join a MMO...

But as an FYI I like the Asmodians.

I hear what you say - naturally I'd also prefer the "light" side, but if you look at the lore, they're not as rosey as they appear:

The Elyos occupy the lower half of Atreia, known as Elysea. After the Epic Cataclysm, they found themselves bathed in sunlight for over 750 years and, as a result, have transformed into a beautiful and radiant people. However, their splendor has also led to the Elyos becoming arrogant; they see themselves as blessed by Aion, while the Asmodians, cast into darkness by the Epic Cataclysm, are seen by the Elyos as cursed creatures.

etc.

They remind me of a certain religious race who consider themselves "the chosen race".

The Asmodians are a brave and hardy people, separated from the Elyos by the Epic Cataclysm and plunged into a world of darkness and despair. To survive such desolation is one thing, but to thrive and prosper is quite another.

The scars of their history are still exposed for all to see; as the Asmodians sank into their cold and somber world, their bodies started to change. In the darkness, their skin fell pale, and as their eyes adapted, they developed an otherworldly glow about them.

To their own, Asmodians are infinitely generous and fiercely loyal - they would sooner give their life in battle than to see that of a comrade taken from them. However, outsiders beware; Asmodians are an increasingly hostile faction and will not think twice before bringing their colossal power into play. Similar to their Elyos counterparts, Asmodian Daevas are blessed with strength and the ability to fly, though their wings have darkened following many difficult years on Asmodae.

Whereas the Asmodians on the other hand seem to have been dealt a raw deal that could've gone either way and as a result of their harsh conditions, they share a stronger fellowship.

So I'm leaning towards the funny-footed Asmodians as well at this point.

[SunnyCash]

I am going Asmodians with out a doubt. They are just awesoem and kind have the wolverine feel about them. As for the Dragonkin I am not sure if they are a playable race. Think they just npc's.

[Voicy]

I am going Asmodians with out a doubt. They are just awesoem and kind have the wolverine feel about them. As for the Dragonkin I am not sure if they are a playable race. Think they just npc's.

Yep, that's why I wrote (NPC race) in brackets behind 'dragonkin'.

Here's some background info on the Balaur (dragon okes):

The term “Balaur” invokes images of terror and fear for the level of destruction that they caused, and continue to cause, in Atreia. A mighty and highly intelligent race created by Aion to rule the planet’s population (including the human races), the Balaur quickly became fixated with power and servitude.

Their obsession eventually threatened The Tower of Eternity after violating the restrictions that Aion placed on them, forcing the god to create the Empyrean Lords to safeguard the planet and its people.

After a long and vicious war against the Empyrean Lords, the Balaur were involved in the destruction of the Tower of Eternity during an intended meeting for peace. In retaliation, the Empyrean Lords banished the Balaur, sealing them inside the Abyss, an unstable rift between the two shattered halves of Atreia.

Recently however, the Balaur have managed to escape from their prison, and threaten this fragile world with their fury once again...

It seems the flavour of the month as far as MMO's are concerned is evil dragons threatening to kill the planet. As is the theme for Cataclysm, Guild Wars 2, Dragon Age and now Aion.

[Noodle]

Although I think I could have fun in this..... I think it best I stop reading these threads

[Mugato]

Beards R Better! Yes?? Come on!! We will be 3 members strong!

Rule 1: You have to have photographic proof of having a beard to join
Rule 2: If you are female, your bf/husband or brother, father, cousin ect has to have a beard. Photographic proof once again.
Rule 3: We pwn everything!!
Rule 4: You dont have to follow rules 1,2 & 3 so long as you have a beard! Wootss!

*cue Dire Straits here*

Beards are Better - We get our money for nothing and our chicks for free...

[Jono]

If you haven't heard of this game yet, I strongly suggest you read through Sunny's original thread: http://www.wargeeks.org/showthread.php?t=8105

I cant read that thread...

[Voicy]

Shame - by the looks of things it's going to be 4 of us camping punky.

Anyone else shown any interest in this one?