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This is the FAQ for The Mana World. If you have a question, search for it in the Table of Contents. If you cannot find it, please post it on the forums, after having previously searched for similar threads.
This is the FAQ for The Mana World. If you have a question, search for it in the Table of Contents. If you cannot find it, please post it on the forums, after having previously searched for similar threads.


== Support questions ==
== Game-related questions ==
 
=== I forgot my password ===
 
* For game account, Follow the instructions here: [https://forums.themanaworld.org/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=17737 Password Resets]
* Wiki and Forums password resets should work. If you no longer have the information for those accounts, please follow the above thread and make note in the email about needed Wiki and Forums reset as well.
 
=== I signed up for a Game Account before a email was required how can I change it? ===
 
* Login to the The Mana World
* In chat type this command replacing the last part with the new email address: @email a@a.com <NewEmailAddress>
* example: @email a@a.com cheese@gee-mail.com would set that accounts email address to cheese@gee-mail.com
* Securing your account with an email insures quick resets and support for issues because we can verify the owner of the account.
 
=== My screen is black/blank and/or looks crazy or Unable to get updates ===
 
* Try downloading the most recent package from here [[Downloads|Downloads]]
* Try an even newer version of [http://manaplus.org/ Manaplus]
 
=== I'm a bit lost... How do I start? ===
 
There is an article specifically about this: The [[Walkthrough]].
 
=== What are the keyboard shortcuts? ===


=== Does TMW have an IRC channel? ===
See the README file that came with your install for the list or press F1 while in game to see the help. The shortcut keys are configurable. More information on keys and the [[http://manaplus.org/yellowbar Yellow Bar]].


Yes it does.
=== How do I choose my stats? ===


* '''Server''': ''irc.freenode.net''
* '''Strength:''' Makes you hit harder with melee weapons.
* '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/themanaworld #themanaworld] (user support and off topic discussions)
* '''Agility:''' Makes your enemies hit you less often and increases your attack speed.
* '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/tmw-dev #tmw-dev] (developers' channel, server/client)
* '''Vitality:''' Increases your maximum HP and your HP recovery rate. Decreases the amount of damage you receive from hits.
* '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/tmw-art #tmw-art] (artists' channel, graphics/music/sound)
* '''Intelligence:''' Increases your maximum MP and your MP recovery rate. This stat also determines what type of potions you receive when you put herbs in Caul's cauldron, and it increases the power of certain spells.
* '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/tmw-art #tmw-content] (content channel, '''spoilers'''/gameplay/backstory/quests; spoilers will be present; by joining, you agree to not spread information from the channel)
* '''Dexterity:''' Makes you hit harder with bows. Makes you miss your enemies less often with both melee and bow weapons.
* '''Luck:''' Makes you do critical hits from time to time.
For further reading see [[Stats]].


=== Is my platform supported? ===
=== What are the different skills? ===


Look in [[Ports]].
Please visit our own [[Skills]] page.


=== Where can I look for help? ===
=== What are MP for? ===


The IRC channel is a good start for solving small problems or doubts. Is usually habited by sane people, ignore everything m[a]tt says. As most people are from Europe (GMT or GMT+1 timezones), or the Americas (Central Time, Eastern Time, Pacific Time, etc.), you will have more success if you try to contact at a reasonable hour in the day.
MP stands for "Magic Points", therefore, these are the points used to cast some magic spells.


For more complex problems (compilations problems, crashes...) is advisable to use the forums as it is a non-volatile way of storing your claims. If you do in IRC some people won't have the oportunity to read them and your oportunity of getting further help will be narrowed. At the same time posting long logs or reports on IRC is not polite.
== Support questions ==


=== When is this game updated? ===
=== Does TMW have an IRC channel? ===
 
Yes it does. For direct web access with no IRC client go to http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=#themanaworld.


This has several aswers. The general politics in the dev team is "When it's doneâ„¢". Expect new version to be released in a span of one to two months since the previous release.
Otherwise feel free to join these channels within your IRC client:


Nevertheless, you can use [[Git Repository|Git]] to fetch latest code from sourceforge's repository. That code usually has all of the bleeding-edge additions but it could also be broken and don't even compile. Although usually it does work, is a fair warning to be done. Anyways, it doesn't imply any risk of breaking your system in any way or form.
* '''Server''': ''irc.freenode.net''
** '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/themanaworld #themanaworld] (user support and off topic discussions)
** '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/themanaworld-dev #themanaworld-dev] (developers' channel, mostly content)
** '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/tmwa #tmwa] (server source, mostly regarding o11c's rewrite)


A third update way are the automated updates. As the name says, the user doesn't have to do anything, just start the game and in the log-in screen the updates will be fetch. As a general rule it is advisable to fetch them but if you don't want to or you feel that such updates are conflicting with the (more up-to-date) data taken from Git (like display of old maps or graphics when you're sure the ones in Git has been already updated), you can parse the '-u' switch to the tmw executable. This will avoid any automatic update.
Also there are some channels for projects whose stuff we use.
*'''Server''': ''irc.freenode.net''
** '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/manaplus #manaplus] (The client we are using)
** '''Channel''': [irc://irc.freenode.net:6667/tiled #tiled] (Editor for .tmx maps)


=== I want to help, how do I join the team? ===
=== Is my platform supported? ===


First, if you are a developer read this: [[Joining the project]].
The server is currently only supported under linux now. We have no server packages so you will have to build it from source. Instructions can be found here: [[How to Develop]].


If you're a graphic artist is suggested you read the [[Guidelines]] and take a look at the '''Graphics''' section on the front page.
The client is supports Mac, Windows and GNU/Linux. Packages can be found on our [[https://www.themanaworld.org/downloads.php| Downloads Page]]. Otherwise you can check [[http://manaplus.org/]] for updates & source.


If you want to help coding some scripts or managing server content, read the [http://forums.themanaworld.org/viewforum.php?f=9 Jobs postings] subforum.
=== Where can I look for help? ===


If you just want to suggest something, use the [http://forums.themanaworld.org/viewforum.php?f=4 Suggestions/Feedback] subforum.
The IRC channel, [[https://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=#themanaworld Support]], is a good start for solving small problems or doubts. Most people are from Europe (UTC or UTC+1 timezones), or the Americas (mostly UTC-5 to UTC-8), you will have more success at certain hours in the day. ''Please do not log out if you do not get an answer immediately''.


=== I don't want to be rude but... I'm fed up with maggots!!! ===
For more complex problems (compilations problems, crashes...) it is advisable to use the forums, as it is a non-volatile way of storing your claims. If you do it in IRC, some people won't have the opportunity to read them and your opportunity of getting further help will be narrowed. At the same time posting long logs or reports on IRC is not polite.


One thing you'll notice if you invest hours every day into the game, is that you'll eventually run out of things to do. While we're constantly adding to the game with maps, quests, NPCs... we really can't keep up with demand. If you'd like to help this though, just join the project! It's as simple as that; you play the games, not us, so we don't know what you'd like to see and your opinion matters to us.
Of course, using the search feature and reading the forum announcements is a smart thing to do.


== Game-related questions ==
=== When is this game updated? ===


=== I'm a bit lost... How do I start? ===
This has several answers.


There is an article specifically about this: [[Getting started]]. For a more detailed guide to the quests and items, see the [[Walkthrough]].
The Manaplus client is it's own project and with complete control of the releases. Manaplus however releases frequently and was incredibly responsive to our needs. Which is why we now support it as the official client.  


=== What are the keyboard shortcuts? ===
For content things are much faster, usually around a month to 2 weeks, although it varies quite a bit. Some content updates are minor - map fixes, dialog tweaks, etc. - whereas other add new quests or areas.


See the README file that came with your install for the list or press F1 while in game to see the help. The shortcut keys are configurable.
=== I want to help, how do I join the team? ===


=== How do skills work? ===
First, if you are a developer read this: [[Joining the project]].


* '''Strength''': Makes you hit harder with melee weapons.
If you're a graphic artist is suggested you read the [[Guidelines]] and take a look at the '''Graphics''' section on [[Dev:Main| Development]].
* '''Agility''': Makes your enemies hit you less often and increases your attack speed.
* '''Vitality''': Increases your maximum HP and your HP recovery rate. Decreases the amount of damage you receive from hits.
* '''Intelligence''': Increases your maximum MP and your MP recovery rate. This stat also determines what type of potions you receive when you put herbs in Caul's cauldron, and it increases the power of certain spells.
* '''Dexterity''': Makes you hit harder with bows. Makes you miss your enemies less often with both melee and bow weapons.
* '''Luck''': Makes you do critical hits from time to time.
For further reading see [[Stats]].


=== What are MP for? ===
If you want to help coding some scripts or managing server content, read [[How to Develop]]


MP stands for "Magic Points", thus are points used in magic spells.
If you just want to suggest something, use the [http://forums.themanaworld.org/viewforum.php?f=4 Suggestions/Feedback] subforum.


== Common problems ==
== Common problems ==
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If that is the case and you still are not convinced it really is down, run "ping -c1 <host>" to check if the server's machine is up at or run "telnet <host> <port>" to also check if the server software is listening on the port you specified. Telnet should timeout after a while if it cannot connect to the specific port on the host.
If that is the case and you still are not convinced it really is down, run "ping -c1 <host>" to check if the server's machine is up at or run "telnet <host> <port>" to also check if the server software is listening on the port you specified. Telnet should timeout after a while if it cannot connect to the specific port on the host.
=== I heard the characters will be deleted when you move to the new server. Is that true? ===
Yes, it is. There is no appeal. The way the two servers work are too different to make a migration of the player database reasonably possible. However, we think that this change will make many additions to the game possible that are not feasible with the current server. Thus, the problem is unavoidable. The developers have not yet stated whether long-time players will be given some bonus or advantage on the new server after the transition.

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This is the FAQ for The Mana World. If you have a question, search for it in the Table of Contents. If you cannot find it, please post it on the forums, after having previously searched for similar threads.

Game-related questions

I forgot my password

  • For game account, Follow the instructions here: Password Resets
  • Wiki and Forums password resets should work. If you no longer have the information for those accounts, please follow the above thread and make note in the email about needed Wiki and Forums reset as well.

I signed up for a Game Account before a email was required how can I change it?

  • Login to the The Mana World
  • In chat type this command replacing the last part with the new email address: @email a@a.com <NewEmailAddress>
  • example: @email a@a.com cheese@gee-mail.com would set that accounts email address to cheese@gee-mail.com
  • Securing your account with an email insures quick resets and support for issues because we can verify the owner of the account.

My screen is black/blank and/or looks crazy or Unable to get updates

  • Try downloading the most recent package from here Downloads
  • Try an even newer version of Manaplus

I'm a bit lost... How do I start?

There is an article specifically about this: The Walkthrough.

What are the keyboard shortcuts?

See the README file that came with your install for the list or press F1 while in game to see the help. The shortcut keys are configurable. More information on keys and the [Yellow Bar].

How do I choose my stats?

  • Strength: Makes you hit harder with melee weapons.
  • Agility: Makes your enemies hit you less often and increases your attack speed.
  • Vitality: Increases your maximum HP and your HP recovery rate. Decreases the amount of damage you receive from hits.
  • Intelligence: Increases your maximum MP and your MP recovery rate. This stat also determines what type of potions you receive when you put herbs in Caul's cauldron, and it increases the power of certain spells.
  • Dexterity: Makes you hit harder with bows. Makes you miss your enemies less often with both melee and bow weapons.
  • Luck: Makes you do critical hits from time to time.

For further reading see Stats.

What are the different skills?

Please visit our own Skills page.

What are MP for?

MP stands for "Magic Points", therefore, these are the points used to cast some magic spells.

Support questions

Does TMW have an IRC channel?

Yes it does. For direct web access with no IRC client go to http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=#themanaworld.

Otherwise feel free to join these channels within your IRC client:

  • Server: irc.freenode.net
    • Channel: #themanaworld (user support and off topic discussions)
    • Channel: #themanaworld-dev (developers' channel, mostly content)
    • Channel: #tmwa (server source, mostly regarding o11c's rewrite)

Also there are some channels for projects whose stuff we use.

  • Server: irc.freenode.net
    • Channel: #manaplus (The client we are using)
    • Channel: #tiled (Editor for .tmx maps)

Is my platform supported?

The server is currently only supported under linux now. We have no server packages so you will have to build it from source. Instructions can be found here: How to Develop.

The client is supports Mac, Windows and GNU/Linux. Packages can be found on our [Downloads Page]. Otherwise you can check [[1]] for updates & source.

Where can I look for help?

The IRC channel, [Support], is a good start for solving small problems or doubts. Most people are from Europe (UTC or UTC+1 timezones), or the Americas (mostly UTC-5 to UTC-8), you will have more success at certain hours in the day. Please do not log out if you do not get an answer immediately.

For more complex problems (compilations problems, crashes...) it is advisable to use the forums, as it is a non-volatile way of storing your claims. If you do it in IRC, some people won't have the opportunity to read them and your opportunity of getting further help will be narrowed. At the same time posting long logs or reports on IRC is not polite.

Of course, using the search feature and reading the forum announcements is a smart thing to do.

When is this game updated?

This has several answers.

The Manaplus client is it's own project and with complete control of the releases. Manaplus however releases frequently and was incredibly responsive to our needs. Which is why we now support it as the official client.

For content things are much faster, usually around a month to 2 weeks, although it varies quite a bit. Some content updates are minor - map fixes, dialog tweaks, etc. - whereas other add new quests or areas.

I want to help, how do I join the team?

First, if you are a developer read this: Joining the project.

If you're a graphic artist is suggested you read the Guidelines and take a look at the Graphics section on Development.

If you want to help coding some scripts or managing server content, read How to Develop

If you just want to suggest something, use the Suggestions/Feedback subforum.

Common problems

When I try to login using the account that usually works, I get following message: Disconnected from server

The message is misleading. It means that the game server is not online at the moment. Try again later.

If you really want to make sure, make sure you're trying to connect to server.themanaworld.org and that the port in your config.xml is set to 6901.

If that is the case and you still are not convinced it really is down, run "ping -c1 <host>" to check if the server's machine is up at or run "telnet <host> <port>" to also check if the server software is listening on the port you specified. Telnet should timeout after a while if it cannot connect to the specific port on the host.

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