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Learn the lingo.
Strategy gaming courtesy and concepts
Abbreviations
gl | Good luck |
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hf | Have fun |
gg | Good game |
wp | Well played |
MM | Matchmaker |
MP | Multiplayer |
RNG | Random-number generator |
SP | Single-player |
Be polite.
Factions is a multiplayer (MP) game, as opposed to a single-player (SP) game. At its core are matches of two or more players. Standard matches are found through the game's matchmaker (MM) Like most strategy games, it involves units with stats taking turns. The stats can be set (or specced) and changed (or respecced). Units have passive abilities which are in effect throughout a match; and active abilities, which can only be activated on the unit's turn. Like most computer strategy games, there is an element of randomness, often referred to using the term "RNG," shorthand for the hardware and software involved in simulating random outcomes.
Describing builds
The composition of your viking 6-viking team is called a "build".
To describe the composition of some builds, it is common to use "x" to indicate multiples, e.g., RMx4 WMx2
To include information about turn order, line 'em up with abbreviations, e.g., RM WM RM RM RM WM
To refer to each units rank, use r0 r1 r2 r3, with r0 being the base-class
To visualize your build, you can use davemo's build calculator.
Unique terms and abbreviations
Any terms that have a unique meaning in the context of the game should be here. Classes an abilities are not defined here unless they co-opt a common word in an unexpected way (like puncture).
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