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Author - HellsEmbrace
Copyright 2004 Bryan Czako
Date - July 20th 2004
Version - 1.29
Contact - HellsEmbrace@hotmail.com
Heroes - All on Victory
Heiis Embrace - Level 27 Dark/Regen Scrapper
HellsEmbrace - Level 8 Fire/Dev Blaster
The Milkman. - Level 7 BS/Regen Scrapper
Hells Embrace - Level 4 Ice/Dev Blaster

Authorized Websites:

www.gamefaqs.com
www.gamespot.com
www.cheatcc.com
www.cheatchannel.com
www.cheatbook.de
www.gamerstemple.com
www.neoseeker.com
http://dlh.net
www.supercheats.com

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1. Version History:

Version 1.28 - Issue 2 stuff updated. New ratings on powers pending because
a new Hero Planner hasn't came out yet, and I use that when basing my stuff on
recharge rates and the like. Version 1.30 will have new ratings/descriptions.

Version 1.27 - Quick little thing added to Other Bits and Pieces. Also fixed
numerous grammar errors, spelling errors, and added a few sentences/changed a
few sentences all around the FAQ. I realized I am pretty retarded with the
it's/its thing. Those are fixed now. By the by, I knew the difference before
I wrote the FAQ, it's just I typed them wrong.

Version 1.25 - Added a new website to the list. Changed Whirlwind a bit.

Version 1.24 - Added a new website to the list. Also, for those wondering,
I no longer respond on the forums. If you have a specific question that you
want answered by me, you'll have to email me. If you'd like to debate
a powerset specifically with me, you'll have to email me and then I can get on
AIM or something and we can debate there. Or over email, despite how slow that
would be, if you have no instant messaging programs. If the question can be
answered by the forums, I'd suggest just posting it there. Thanks to all the
words of encouragement to keep the FAQ up on GameFAQs.

Version 1.23 - Updated a few powersets.

Version 1.22 - Added a new question. Updated credits.

Version 1.21 - Added a list of authorized websites to use this FAQ.
Added a new question.

Version 1.20 - Added a few minor things to powers, like making Storm Summoning
sound less horrible. Also, changed the credits for someone.

Version 1.18 - New question added, thanks to beoatwork for allowing me to steal
it. I haven't asked him, so I hope he doesn't mind. Also added a new thing
for Katana. Changed some Controller Primary ratings.

Version 1.15 - Major redone information on powersets, 5-6 were changed I think.
Thanks to all who contributed. Also, a thing on Stamina with Regeneration in
Other Bits and Pieces.

Version 1.10 - I've forgotten a powerset, namely Invulnerability. I've also
changed some ratings around with powers, mainly from info from Whoomp and
Myztikgohan.

Version 1.07 - Errors fixed, like missing powers and small layout errors. Also
some power information changes, specifically Ice Armor and Battle Axe. Also,
numerous spelling/grammar errors. Come on, I was tired and I typed this in
one run. Forgive me.

Version 1.05 - More questions added, a few more things in Other Bits and
Pieces. A few other small things added as well, like website links, and
the credits section.

Version 1.00 - First release.

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2. Table of Contents:

1. Version History
2. Table of Contents
3. Helpful Links
4. Introduction
5. Is This the Game for Me?
6. Creating your Character
7. Your First Day In The World of City of Heroes
8. Other Bits and Pieces
9. Credits
10. Copyright

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3. Helpful Links: MAKE SURE TO GO TO THESE!

No one goes to these. Please go, they are all very important. Go!

www.cityofheroes.com - The website itself.

http://boards.gamefaqs.com/gfaqs/gentopic.php?board=13436 - The message boards
for the game, highly useful. Plenty of knowledgeable people post there.

https://boards.cityofheroes.com/ubbthreads.php - The official forums, also has
a virtual bevy of information.

http://coh.warcry.com/ - Has a lot of information on the specifics of the game,
basically everything you could imagine, and MORE!

http://coh.warcry.com/index.php/content/community/plannertool/heroplanner.php -
The hero planner. A very useful tool for, (get this), planning your hero!
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You must get this if you play City of Heroes. It's much more useful than you
would think.

http://www.dravness.com/x.coh/coh_-_blaster_guide.html - If you want to
powerlevel, read this. It's quite useful. I hate blasters though.

http://venares.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/ - Has the all-important map patch. Perez
Park trails and all the stores, including the tailors. Very, very useful.

ftp://ftp.coh.com/CoH_Manual.zip - The City of Heroes Manual. Read it, if you
haven't bought the game yet.

http://www.irfanview.com/ - A free program that lets you convert the
screenshots from .tgas to .jpgs, or any other image file type.

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4. Introduction:

I wrote this guide because no guide like it had already been written,
basically. The other FAQs, while helpful, don't really help the new player at
all. Whilst not considering myself the best player in the game, I do think I
have enough knowledge to impart to players. Also, don't expect this guide to
answer any questions the manual does. I'm not telling you what "powers" are
or how to move forward. Read the manual, or go to www.cityofheroes.com and
http://coh.warcry.com/. Post on the forums if you have any questions that
aren't answered here. Finally, this is my first FAQ, so bear with me if
there's any problems.

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5. Frequently Asked Questions

If you haven't bought the game yet, and are interested in knowing some common
questions, read here! If you've already bought the game, too late. It's
yours, your 50 dollars are gone! Still, read the section anyways, if only
to stroke my ego.

Q: I've played FFXI/EQ/DAoC, is this anything like that?

A: For the most part, no, not really. All of those games have "loot", items
that you either buy, get from quests, or get from killing enemies. City of
Heroes has something like that, but not really. It enhances your powers, but
it doesn't show up on your character, and the only person that knows it's there
is you. There is also much more emphasis on soloing, insofar that it is
actually possible past level five! Most people consider this game vastly
superior to other MMORPGs, but I'm not really going to get into comparisons
much further, try reading a review.

Q: What are the system specifications?

Minimum System Specifications

Windows© 98/ME/2000/XP
Intel Pentium© III 800 MHz or AMD Athlon 800 MHz
256 MB RAM
4X CD-ROM Drive
2 GB Available HDD Space
GeForce 2 Series or ATI Radeon 8500 Series

Video Card
DirectX 9.0
16-bit Sound Card
56k modem
Keyboard and mouse

Recommended System Requirements

Windows© 2000/XP
Intel Pentium© 4 1.7 GHz or AMD Athlon XP 1700+
512 MB RAM  16X CD-ROM Drive
2 GB Available HDD Space
GeForce 5600 or ATI Radeon 9600 Series

Video Card
16-bit Sound Card
Broadband Internet Connection
Keyboard and mouse with wheel

Thank you so much for not asking on the forums, and subsequently being flamed.

Q: What is the best character?

A: Probably a Fire/Dev or AR/Dev blaster. If you are looking for the most fun
character, play anything you want. It's not like other games where only a few
builds are viable. You can basically be anything and do well, but there are a
few things to stay away from, covered more in Creating your Character. The
bottom line is though, play whatever you think is fun. Contrary to popular
belief, some builds ARE more efficient and effective than others, but all are
quite viable in the game. Perfect balance, however, is completely impossible.

Q: Can I make Batman/Superman/The Flash/Wonder Woman/Green Lantern?!?!

A: No. Well, you can make heroes that look like them, but most people will
hate you. Don't let that stop you though, public opinion is overrated. Trust
me, I know. Be forewarned, however, that this is against the Terms of Service,
and your character will eventually be deleted.

Q: Does this game get boring fast, as the reviews seem to state?

A: I don't think it does. I'm having fun re-rolling characters and checking
them out over and over. Once the second update comes, even more stuff will
be unlocked. I suggest trying it out.

Q: I am confused about X.

A: Read the manual, read the forums, (both GameFAQs and the official ones),
read the websites listed above, and read this FAQ. If your questions aren't
answered, ask on one of the forums, but make sure your question isn't answered
somewhere else first, lest you be set upon by the board's flamers.

Q: Your FAQ is incorrect/should have something added to it.

A: Post it on the GameFAQs forums and I'll be glad to read it and respond.
Also, please phrase your query in the form of a question next time.

Q: I have another question for you.

A: Again, phrase your query in the form of a question. The "Q:" isn't there
for nothing. Ask the question on the forums and I'll put it in the FAQ if it
deserves it.

Q: Do I have to play this online?

A: Yes. Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game.

Q: Why can't I play offline?

A: Why do you keep asking me horrible questions that are simple to answer?

Q: Answer me!