To get a better idea of how to play Realms of Despair, we highly recommend
that you take 20 minutes to read the New Player's Guide. A copy of it is given
to you when you enter the Realms. To read it, simply hold the book in your hand,
or in your inventory, type LOOK BOOK and
follow the instructions given.
You can also find answers to many of your questions in the myriad of help files
available. To read help files, type HELP <SUBJECT>.
HELP NEWBIE has a list of these files that are
especially useful for new players.
If you find it difficult to read with all of the scrolling going on on your
screen, we suggest several options. You can go to a room called "Guidance" in the
academy. This room is east, northeast from the robed figure. This room is a silent room, where channels are silenced to minimize
screen scroll. You can also reduce screen scroll by selecting which channels you
wish to listen to. Typing CHANNEL shows you the
number and status of channels available to your character. To turn a channel on,
type CHAN +<CHANNEL>. To turn one off, type
CHAN -<CHANNEL>. The Adventurer's Guide or help
files will give you greater detail on what each channel's purpose is.
Also remember that the Newbie Council is around to answer your questions and
assist you.
*Information as of July 28, 2005