One of the hard things in handling an online game is the dependency on the developer for patches, updates, and bug fixes. Usually game publishers use the developer as the main reason for delays and problems. I’m guilty of this too, especially with Thor. In show business they have a saying – “The show must go on!”. I believe that this should be the same for gaming, and I will start doing that today. The main problem with the Thor service is the proliferation and access of bots. As the publisher, we cannot cut the access, but we can try better in stopping current botters and hopefully scaring the shit out of ones who have plans of doing so. The Ragnarok Midgard Police is a program that will empower players to help the Game Moderators in enforcing the rules and regulations of the game, including hunting bots in the Thor Server. Read on for the draft FAQ/Primer on the program.
What does the Midgard Police do?
They help the GMs enforce the rules and regulations of the game. They can actively hunt down bot suspects and other violators and coordinate with the GM Team for appropriate sanctions. Midgard Police members will get a special account that is trade locked and only has 1 character. The character can teleport (disabled during siege time to prevent abuse) to make patrolling easier and more effective. At first the Midgard Police program will only be in the Thor Server. We are studying the possibility of including the other servers after a month.
Can the Midgard Police ban a player?
No. Midgard Police can only help in reporting. They are the extension of the eyes and ears of the Game Moderator team. Once they see violations, they will report to the GM and the GMs will be the one to take care of the offender afterwards. Rule violations are not limited to just bots. Midgard Police can also help in catching skill abusers and the like.
How can I be part of the Midgard Police?
Right now we already have 3 volunteers roaming Thor and they are already coordinating with the GM Team. After 1 week of trial, we will refine the program some more and open it up for applications from Thor players. For the first phase, we will only accept Midgard Police applicants from Metro Manila because the Midgard Police will have a monthly general assemlby at the Level-up office.
Will members of the Midgard Police be known by the public?
No. If we give out the names of the Midgard Police, offenders can easily stay quiet or disconnect when they see them. Names of the Midgard Police and their identities will be kept secret by Level-up.
What can I get out of being a Midgard Police?
Other than the joy of catching botters, you will also get bonus game time and maybe some other incentives. If you want to know more, you have to apply (/gg).
Comments, suggestions, and other feedback anyone? Remember, be constructive. Help me help you, hehehe. 
Ban Ban ME on April 18, 2007
wala wenta yan!! dami kurakot sa iris server!!
kung sa commercial server ilalagay I’m sure 50-70%:^^: ng
population mawawala :heh:
and who would suffer e d kau din wala nagloload = wala pera LU
hayaan nyo na lng yan sa thor kaya nga lumipat ung iba sa thor eh
they want to get away from botters
I’m just saying the truth and nothing but the truth :embarass:
and what if ung mga pulis patola eh siga sa pvp tapos dinurog ng kapwa player eh un d nakabawi sinumbong na lng na may violation ung dumurog sa kanya wahahahaha
alam ko madami ganito sa mga commercial server :gg:
un lng po comment no hard feelings :no1:
Lithium on April 22, 2007
^
natatakot ka sa katulad mo? :e5:
Ban Ban ME on April 25, 2007
Sus wag na magpaka plastik
i know dumaan din kau sa pag bobot :swt:
Mikko on May 11, 2007
All I can say is
:go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go: :go:
I don’t care kahit ma wipe out na 50-75% of buong RO community. It’s a part of the Terms and Agreements of playing RO not to use 3rd party programs in the first place! Push through with the program!!!! :no1:
At para sa mga nag-iisip na mukhang pera ang LU dyan… I know that LU is investing for this kahit liliit ang kita nila galing sa RO (read: from ONE game) diba? inde lang nmn RO ang games nila eh… kaya madami pa sila makukuhanan ng kita.
U know who I’m talking about, botters din naman ang nagsasabing mukhang pera ang LU at di nila iniimplement ang mga Ragdefender etc. At diba kaya lang naman kayo ngagbobot e para yumaman kayo? Sino mukhang pera ngayon?