TOR de Force

We announce our return from the void and kick things off by discussing the launch of patch 1.2, initial impressions and more. We get into a discussion about a GameSpy article that looked at the current state of SWTOR and how it compares to WoW, whether the nerdrage and disappointment is warranted, and asks: is the SWTOR community becoming the most wretched hive of scum and villainy among MMOs ever? We also include this week’s TORist Tip on free respecs, check out listener mail, and talk about the most hated man in America (it’s a good one!)

We also apologize for the delay in between episodes, but to really get our attention so you can tell us to get off our asses and podcast, how about leaving us friendly motivation so we know you’re listening?

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We emerge mostly unscathed from the Curse of Episode 5 and go on a journey of self discovery, exploration, and total denial. We discuss class nerfs and buffs from upcoming patch 1.2, our first impressions of brand new PvP & PvE gear sets, streamlined PvP currencies in 1.1.5, new subscription numbers stabilized, TOR on The Big Bang Theory, and a Blizzard producer acknowledges TOR’s impact on WoW for the first time.

We’re also joined by a healing expert, Lifebane of the AIE guild, to discuss the upcoming healer nerfs and buffs as well as some common misconceptions about healing in this game. Scott shares a TORist Tip on how to bypass the 30 second companion gift cooldown, Micki explains how to make money off unused commendations, and Zach explores an economic comparison involving crack and sparkle ponies.

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HUGE SHOW! TOR de Force exclusive interview with “The Cold Republic” hip hop artist Richie Branson! We talk about everything from TOR, SWG and classic console games to record labels, anime, and street racing… We also recap Monday’s Guild Summit in Austin, discuss in-depth upcoming patch 1.2 features, new 7-Day Friend Trials, Bioware responds to Micki’s demand for baby tauntauns, and Scott promises to never podcast from a 24 hour diner again.

Check out this fan shot music video for FOX San Antonio!
Richie Branson – “Looking For A Group” Music Video

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We reveal an infectious new TOR-related addiction that’s gotten a hold of all of us, we discuss the things we wish we knew when we started the game, various moron moments, patch 1.1.4 notes, AFK kick vote coming to PVP, complete SWTOR-themed hip hop album released, new “Credit Advice of the Week” segment, and the Question of the Week: What new planets would you like to see in this game?

Richie Branson: “The Cold Republic Episode I: The Empire Likes Rap” mixtape download

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Jam-packed show! We talk about the recent Bioware Devs Q&A session, more upcoming changes to the Global Cooldown UI, cross-server PVP/LFG rumors, bringing pazaak to the game an absolute must, TORhead’s future patch leaks, new TOR LEGOs unveiled, player etiquette, plus the TORist Tip of the Week: What to do when hitting level 50!

Pazaak Cantina Online!

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First episode! What to expect in future episodes, our first impressions of TOR vs. our current ones 1 month later, upcoming changes in the next content patch, TOR milestones, Bioware’s first ever Guild Summit, TORist Tip of the Week, our Bioware progress report grades, plus we ask listeners: what is your favorite aspect of the game?

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