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It can take some time to get used to the dynamics of the game.<br> | It can take some time to get used to the dynamics of the game.<br> | ||
Below is a quick tutorial to get you started on your first visit to SS13. | Below is a quick tutorial to get you started on your first visit to SS13. | ||
== Connecting to the Server == | == Connecting to the Server == | ||
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*Server #1: [byond://game.ss13.eu:1337 byond://game.ss13.eu:1337] | *Server #1: [byond://game.ss13.eu:1337 byond://game.ss13.eu:1337] | ||
*Server #2: [byond://game.ss13.eu:2337 byond://game.ss13.eu:2337] | *Server #2: [byond://game.ss13.eu:2337 byond://game.ss13.eu:2337] | ||
== The Rules == | == The Rules == | ||
Yes, there are [[Rules|rules]] set inplace to ensure an enjoyable experience for all players. Please take a moment and [[Rules|read them]]. | Yes, there are [[Rules|rules]] set inplace to ensure an enjoyable experience for all players. Please take a moment and [[Rules|read them]]. | ||
== Character Setup == | == Character Setup == | ||
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Once you're done, hit the '''Save Setup''' button, close this window and click the '''Join Game''' link. A list of available jobs will pop up, select '''Assistant.''' | Once you're done, hit the '''Save Setup''' button, close this window and click the '''Join Game''' link. A list of available jobs will pop up, select '''Assistant.''' | ||
== Heads Up Display == | == Heads Up Display == | ||
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|[[File:HUD.png|border|right]] | |[[File:HUD.png|border|right]] | ||
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=== Status Alerts === | === Status Alerts === | ||
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<br>[[File:Hud-hunger.png]] '''Hunger warning''' - Appears when you start getting hungry. You cannot die from hunger, but the longer you go without food, the slower you will be able to run. | <br>[[File:Hud-hunger.png]] '''Hunger warning''' - Appears when you start getting hungry. You cannot die from hunger, but the longer you go without food, the slower you will be able to run. | ||
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== Picking Up and Using Items == | == Picking Up and Using Items == | ||
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To drop an item, simply hit the Drop button with the item in your active hand. | To drop an item, simply hit the Drop button with the item in your active hand. | ||
== Learn as You Play -Exercises == | == Learn as You Play -Exercises == | ||
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Great! Now you're ready to start your first day on Space Station 13! | Great! Now you're ready to start your first day on Space Station 13! | ||
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Let's learn how basic communication works. | <font size="2">Let's learn how basic communication works. | ||
===Writing, radio and PDA's=== | ===Writing, radio and PDA's=== | ||
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You've just finished the tutorial and are now up to scratch with how basic things works. </center> | You've just finished the tutorial and are now up to scratch with how basic things works. </center> | ||
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=== Next recommended steps === | === Next recommended steps === | ||
# Explore the station, keep your mouse cursor over doors and check your lower | # Explore the station, keep your mouse cursor over doors and check your lower left bar for the room's name. Check the [[map]] and get used to the layout, the station is really not as big as it first seems. | ||
# Talk to people, ask them what they're doing and if you could be of any assistance. The [[bar]] is an excellent place to find bored people who have nothing else to do but socialize. | # Talk to people, ask them what they're doing and if you could be of any assistance. The [[bar]] is an excellent place to find bored people who have nothing else to do but socialize. | ||
# Go get a rookie-version of some job, ([[Jobs#Civil_duty_jobs|Civil duty jobs]] are mostly easy) and join a department mid-shift. Walk to the [[Head of Personnel|HoP's]] desk (if there's no one | # Go get a rookie-version of some job, ([[Jobs#Civil_duty_jobs|Civil duty jobs]] are mostly easy) and join a department mid-shift. Most of these jobs give you no pressure if you join mid-shift. Walk to the [[Head of Personnel|HoP's]] desk (if there's no one at the desk you can PDA message the HoP asking him/her to come over as soon as possible) and ask the HoP a job recommendation or you can recommend a job idea of your own (e.g. Pianist, Space Hobo, Waiter, Test Subject, Boxer)! | ||
# Most rounds end with a shuttle call, the [[Escape Shuttle]] will arrive to the [[Escape Shuttle Hallway]], which you can find easily if you follow the panicking people, blood trails and hallways leading east. Get on board the shuttle | # Most rounds end with a shuttle call, the [[Escape Shuttle]] will arrive to the [[Escape Shuttle Hallway]], which you can find easily if you follow the panicking people, blood trails and hallways leading east. Get on board the shuttle, buckle yourself to a chair and enjoy the ride! When you arrive to CentCom, the round ends and another one starts soon after, such is the circle of life in Space Station 13. | ||
# Read the few tips underneath and start your second round by choosing your first "real job" as a [[Cargo Tech]], which you should probably play for at least a few rounds. Don't get greedy, work your way slowly up from civilian jobs to more | # Read the few tips underneath and start your second round by choosing your first "real job" as a [[Cargo Tech]], which you should probably play for at least a few rounds. Don't get greedy, work your way slowly up from civilian jobs to more vital ones. Good luck and have fun! | ||
== Keyboard Shortcuts == | == Keyboard Shortcuts == | ||
Check out the list of [[Keyboard Shortcuts]] | Check out the list of [[Keyboard Shortcuts]] for making your life on the station easier. | ||
== Basic Controls Summary == | == Basic Controls Summary == | ||
*'''Arrow keys''' to move | *'''Arrow keys''' to move | ||
*type '''ooc "Hello"''' to speak [[OOC| | *type '''ooc "Hello"''' to speak [[OOC|Out Of Character (OOC)]] | ||
*type '''say "Hello"''' to speak [[IC| | *type '''say "Hello"''' to speak [[IC|In-Character (IC)]]. Clicking the chat button in the lower right corner will automatically place say in the chat bar. | ||
*type '''say ";Hello"''' to speak over the radio (in character) | *type '''say ";Hello"''' to speak over the radio (in character) | ||
*type '''say ":h Hello"''' to speak over your department radio (in character), if you have one. Examine the radio to find specific letters for your department. (Right click > Examine or Shift+Click) | *type '''say ":h Hello"''' to speak over your department radio (in character), if you have one. Examine the radio to find specific letters for your department. (Right click > Examine or Shift+Click) | ||
*'''Left click''' items to interact with them. | *'''Left click''' items to interact with them. | ||
*'''Right click''' items to bring up the context menu. | *'''Right click''' items to bring up the context menu. | ||
== General Tips == | == General Tips == | ||
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Also, try to resist the urge to press the "be syndicate" buttons when you join the game. [[Game Modes|Antagonist roles]] can be excessively hard, and next to impossible to the newest of players! Get your space legs for a bit, and hope you get brainwashed in a [[Revolution]] or [[Cult magic|Cultist]] round to have a watered down [[traitor]] experience before taking the plunge. | Also, try to resist the urge to press the "be syndicate" buttons when you join the game. [[Game Modes|Antagonist roles]] can be excessively hard, and next to impossible to the newest of players! Get your space legs for a bit, and hope you get brainwashed in a [[Revolution]] or [[Cult magic|Cultist]] round to have a watered down [[traitor]] experience before taking the plunge. | ||
== How to Get Your Favorite Job == | == How to Get Your Favorite Job == | ||
Read more about [[Job selection and assignment|job selection and assignment here]]. | Read more about [[Job selection and assignment|job selection and assignment here]]. | ||
== Closing == | == Closing == | ||
Keep in mind that the '''point of this game (like all games) is to entertain and make people have fun'''! Just follow the [[rules]], don't be a jerk, check the updates and remember a little of how each job works (so you know what department blows up the ship and which one [[Beyond the impossible|cures you of diseases]]) and you're well on your way becoming that awesome guy who everyone likes working with. | Keep in mind that the '''point of this game (like all games) is to entertain and make people have fun'''! Just follow the [[rules]], don't be a jerk, check the updates and remember a little of how each job works (so you know what department blows up the ship and which one [[Beyond the impossible|cures you of diseases]]) and you're well on your way becoming that awesome guy who everyone likes working with. | ||
== Need More Help? == | == Need More Help? == | ||
Look at the [[Frequently Asked Questions]] or ask a question [[Talk:Frequently Asked Questions|here]]. We'll answer it. | Look at the [[Frequently Asked Questions]] or ask a question [[Talk:Frequently Asked Questions|here]]. We'll answer it. | ||
[[Category:Guides]] | [[Category:Guides]] | ||