Ren's Foster a Newb Program

**Renegade66** · 02-01-2008, 01:51 PM

For those new to the game, getting nice level appropriate gear is next to impossible. It's on the Auction House, but with no coin, you're left drooling. Without decent gear, the DDO experience can be painful during lower levels and we might lose new players because of it.

To that end, I'd like to start a new not-for-profit program called Ren's Foster a Newb Program. I'm currently sponsoring a newb. He simply emails me his class and level and what he needs. I keep an eye out for loot I think he could use and send it to him free of charge. He also keeps me updated on his level advancement so I can get higher level stuff for him. Finally, I make myself available to answer questions he has about the game. Now, I don't have the patience to run him through lowbie quests, but this little bit of help may make the difference.

If you are a newb and would like a sponsor or foster parent if you will, just post here and I'll try to set you up with someone. This is only open to first time players. If you would like to be a sponsor, again just PM me or post here.

Thanks,
Ren

**Clay** · 02-01-2008, 01:54 PM

i am not sure, but could you please explain some of the complicated terms in your post?

Like, what is a newb?

**Uamhas** · 02-01-2008, 01:58 PM

Um... I already have one person I'm dedicated Splenda Mammy to. Sorry. Best of luck with this, tho.

**Eldun** · 02-01-2008, 02:02 PM

Do foster children get adopted into the guild come maturity or do you kick 'em to the curb come their 18th birthday?

Or better yet, do you put them all in a ring and tell them daddy only loves the one that survives?

**Ardanroth** · 02-01-2008, 02:17 PM

nice idea and im sure youll get lots of support and thank you's but i feel youve missed the boat slightly

- Find all the newbs
- Put them in a pit
- Let them fight it out till theres only one left standing
- Winner gets sponsored
- Everyone gets to watch the fun

**Uamhas** · 02-01-2008, 02:18 PM

Oh,you are devious. I KNEW you had a bloodthirsty streak. Bravo~!

Originally Posted by Ardanroth

nice idea and im sure youll get lots of support and thank you's but i feel youve missed the boat slightly

- Find all the newbs
- Put them in a pit
- Let them fight it out till theres only one left standing
- Winner gets sponsored
- Everyone gets to watch the fun

**Ringos** · 02-01-2008, 02:24 PM

I can't believe it...

Ren is allowing a noob to suckle at his teet.

Now I've seen everything...

Where's the hate?

**juniorpfactors** · 02-01-2008, 02:27 PM

ren i hope you get a potency item for that "firewall" wizard from last week...and maybe teach him the enhancements AP system...
that would a good first kid for ya...by the way he may be level 9 by now

jr

**Rayzorlew** · 02-01-2008, 02:28 PM

Originally Posted by Renegade66

Now, I don't have the patience to run him through lowbie quests, but this little bit of help may make the difference.

Thanks,
Ren

Dude Lawste is level 14!

LOL

**Ardanroth** · 02-01-2008, 02:43 PM

no i saw him running around last night, he's still such a newb but made finally made 8

**Clay** · 02-01-2008, 02:43 PM

I can seem to get my self out of the Smugglers Rest. Some chick named Elphonia keeps sending me to collect some gems... but since I need cash I keep selling them in the Tavern. She keeps giving me the same quest... ha, isn't she stupid.

Its strange tho... i can't seem to get any xp and the game world is very small... And the players... there aren't any! I see some, for a minute or two... then they disappear! I guess they just gave up. Perhaps they never figured out that you can cheat Elphonia out of her gems.... hee hee stupid them.

Any how, since I cant seem to get to 1000xp... and you are lvl 15 i thought maybe you could help me.

Sincererly,

**Braegan** · 02-02-2008, 12:46 AM

What a novel idea...if I sponsor a newb do I get to haze them? I mean free gear and advice should not come at a zero price...I think I should be able to laugh at them and as their sponsor they have to take it!

Seriously great idea. I try and help out folks new to game any chance I get via info and gear. My last newb made it to level 14 before the cap (daddy was so proud

) so I guess I could take on a new one. Although I don't have any twink gear (I sell it all and swear I'll never make another toon - and get mad at myself everytime I do roll another one up) I will gladly help via advice and tips. And as a rare treat I rerolled Braegan recently...so after I get my others capped and such my sponsor can actually level up with the legend

- Brae

**Dorthin_Othortin** · 02-02-2008, 12:53 AM

hey, im in that same boat, "Mr. Legend" haha

great program, i signed up via PM for this program

may the Gods themselves have mercy on my foster newbie!

Goods, yes
info, yes
advice, yes
tips on builds, yes
my knowledge of ddo for the past year +, yes
hazing, HECK YES!

all included for one low, low price of being a newbie!

I await my newbie with an evil grin...........

**Braegan** · 02-02-2008, 01:03 AM

Originally Posted by Dorthin Othortin

hey, im in that same boat, "Mr. Legend" haha

great program, i signed up via PM for this program

may the Gods themselves have mercy on my foster newbie!

Goods, yes
info, yes
advice, yes
tips on builds, yes
my knowledge of ddo for the past year +, yes
hazing, HECK YES!

all included for one low, low price of being a newbie!

I await my newbie with an evil grin...........

lol I really just said that I am a legend is because so much of old Xoriat only knows me as Braegan and regardless of who I am playing still calls me "Brae." Even though I stopped playing Braegan a year ago almost. I just feel my characters name is legendary

**Dorthin_Othortin** · 02-02-2008, 01:14 AM

its ok, your name may be legendary, but i know my reputation is legendary!

**~Jules921** · 02-02-2008, 01:19 AM

Ren,

Great idea - count me in too.

Jules

**Renegade66** · 02-02-2008, 08:07 AM

Now all we need are some newbs to sign up. Do new players even read the forums?

**McSurlykins** · 02-02-2008, 08:42 AM

ooo pick me pick me

ill need some gear to start with..

**Ringos** · 02-02-2008, 09:47 AM

You can try posting in the forum area for trail accounts or in the other 'new people' section for subscribers. I know DoctorWhoFan and myself have posted in those areas. I'm not sure about her, but I have yet to hear from anyone asking for help. The best way to do it is probably to hang out by the trainers in the Harbor. That's where I have the best luck finding people to help.

**Rayzorlew** · 02-02-2008, 10:13 AM

Actually what we should do is get everyone we can to go to the boat in the harbor were the newbies spawn at a set time.
Then when one spawns we all type in general...."Are you new to DDO, if so can we help you?"
The dude would probably freak out.....lol

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