This week's Star Wars: The Old Republic Friday Update is three-fold. First we have a progression video for the Smuggler, stuffed with all the violence and lopsided smiles we can handle. Then there is a developer blog from on The Old Republic's expanded universe told in the pages of several books and comics. Lastly, a PAX highlights video is available for anyone who couldn't attend the event.
The Smuggler progression video follows the same formula as its predecessors, and highlights the different combat paths a Smuggler can take. Whether the Scoundrel or the Gunslinger is your Advanced Class of choice, you will have a variety of looks and skills to choose from, and it includes a particular homage to everyone's favorite archaeological adventurer.
We were also treated to a new Developer Blog by Senior Writer Alexander Freed. In this installation, he focuses on the expanded universe of Star Wars: The Old Republic. Freed has some key insights on what goes into developing these expanded stories from his first-hand experience of writing two tie-in comics (Blood of the Empire and The Lost Suns). He also shares what fans can expect from future adventures set in this era.
The first thing that any potential tie-in to Star Wars and The Old Republic should do is answer a series of questions: What does this story contribute to mythology of The Old Republic? What does a reader get from this story that changes the way he or she experiences the game? Does it give the reader a new perspective on a character? Does it explain a mystery that isnt resolved in the game? Does it explore the setting and the timeline in new depth?
Finally, we are treated to a video montage that highlights the PAX Prime event from two weeks ago.
But wait...there's more! A working dissection of the smuggler progression video is now available in the media gallery below. As with all dissections, we will not point out things we noted in prior dissections. More content for the dissection is coming throughout the day so make sure to check back at this post in the future.
Official DevTracker posts and video embeds after the jump.
Smuggler Character Progression
PAX Prime 2011 Highlights Video
Courtney Woods
As your character progresses through the saga of Star Wars: The Old Republic, you will see them advance as you unlock new skills and acquire or craft superior gear.
Whether running blockades to deliver vital supplies or evading Imperial patrols, the Smuggler must rely on his wit and guile just as much as the blaster at his side. As the price on his head rises and his enemies grow more dangerous, the Smuggler will have to acquire new skills and utilize more powerful weapons and armor to survive.
Get a look at some of the ways the Smuggler can progress and see just a small fraction of the weapons, armor and abilities that become available to him.
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Courtney Woods
Every major show and convention we've attended this year has been a blast, and PAX Prime was no exception! Throughout the weekend, thousands of fans visited the Star Wars: The Old Republic booth on the show floor. They were able to spend some time playing the game, and many even had the chance to face off against other players in the Alderaan and Huttball PVP Warzones! Those who attended the Star Wars: The Old Republic panel were able to watch a live demonstration of the Eternity Vault operation. They were also the first to hear new information about open world PvP on the planet of Ilum.
The reception from the fans at the panel was extraordinary, and it was an incredible experience meeting all of the awesome people who made their way over to check out the game. The reception from fans makes us truly grateful to have such dedication and passion in our community.
We have put together a brief highlights video to share some of the fun moments from PAX Prime. Thank you to the remarkable community for your continued passion and support for Star Wars: The Old Republic!
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Courtney Woods
Senior Writer Alexander Freed talks about expanding the mythos of Star Wars: The Old Republic beyond the game.I'm Alexander Freed, Senior Writer here at BioWare Austin. As a sequel to two video games which derived their setting from the Tales of the Jedi comic books, Star Wars The Old Republic is intimately linked to a slew of other tales. This web of storytelling stretches back over thirty years across mediums ranging from film and television to novels, to radio plays and even coloring books!
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Posted 9/12/2011 5:41:31 PM- View User Profile
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Posted 9/11/2011 2:39:23 AMAlso how did the sith warrior cut down such a big door? Usually they only cut a circle where only one man could go through at a time.
BTW, nice dark side corruption on the sith assassin. That looks really neat.
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Posted 9/11/2011 3:52:05 AM- View User Profile
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Posted 9/10/2011 3:57:22 PM1st Playthrough: Imperial Agent
2nd: Jedi Consular
3rd: Sith Warrior
4th: Smuggler
5th: Sith Inquisitor
6th: Jedi Knight
7th: Bounty Hunter
8th: Trooper
Really, after my 3rd playthrough it'll be up in the air anyway lol. But Agent, Consular, Warrior are certainly my first 3.
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Posted 9/10/2011 7:37:34 PMSomething like
Smuggler/Gunslinger (light)
Consular/Sage (light)
Bounty Hunter/Mercenary (love that I can use 2 pistols like my Smuggler but have it play completely differently)
Sith Warrior/Juggernaut (light)
Sith Inquisitor/Assassin (dark)
Trooper/Vanguard (light)
Imperial Agent/Sniper (light)
Jedi Knight/Sentinel (dark)
I give an order, but I can see me starting all 8 of them within several weeks of launch, and alternating several of them periodically. I also expect that I'm going to repeat some classes to go different alignment and AC. Want to play (at least) a dark-leaning Smuggler/Scoundrel and a light leaning Sith Inquisitor/Sorcerer.
I've always played lots of alts in other games, but this will be the first time it's an intentional decision, rather than something to do when nobody else is on.
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Posted 9/11/2011 8:26:08 PMI've played alts occasionally, but this is indeed the first game where I'm looking at what order and when I am going to play then and how.
Currently, my list is:
Male Agent - Operative healer (grey)
Female Inquisitor - Assassin tank (dark)
Male Jedi Knight - Sentinel DPS (dark)
Female Trooper - Vanguard tank (grey)
Male Smuggler - Gunslinger DPS (light)
Female Bounty Hunter - Powertech DPS (light)
Female Jedi Consular - Undecided (grey)
Male Sith Warrior - Juggernaut DPS (light)
This will all likely change within 24 hours, except for the Agent as the first class.
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Posted 9/12/2011 5:11:08 PMThe PAX video evoked some awesome memories of Pax East back in March, swtor is and always has been the highlight of every pax since its announcement!
SWTOR Character Names:
Wound in the Force:: Avinoam (Lvl 50 DS Assassin), Gurion (Lvl 20 LS Sith Juggernaught), Adomin (LVL 33 DS Sentinel),Achinoam (Lvl 10 Grey Consular), Tzahala (LVL 14 DS Trooper),Juliraus (LVL 9 Grey/Dark BH)
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Posted 9/10/2011 7:09:06 AMThey said that engaging in combat will break stealth, which is standard for most RPGs, but a vanish ability is very useful to get out of pickles.
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Posted 9/10/2011 4:26:21 AMAwesome video, definitely playing a Smuggler as my alt.
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