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Let the War Begin

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:32:11 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Welcome to Zekish Taz! Let the Faction wars begin! Zekish Taz is a PVP enabled, World of Warcraft vanilla server, being emulated for your enjoyment!

This server will require specific setup instructions to play: You can visit the HowTo by clicking the link below:

http://192.168.0.113/?p=support&sub=howtoplay

We have Forums!

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:33:21 -0600

Posted by Freakuno:

Zekish Taz now has it's own forums to communicate through! You can visit the link in the upper right hand corner of the main website page, or you can visit http://wowvanilla.dyndns.org/forum.

You'll need to register an account for the for forums to post.

Your login account and your forum account are NOT linked for security reasons.

Have Fun!

Game Update 8-25-2011

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:40:05 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Read more about the game update and latest fixes! http://wowvanilla.dyndns.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=26

Game update 8-29-2011

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 06:09:34 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Game update! More fixes, more love. Enjoy. This patch went in place this morining. http://wowvanilla.dyndns.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=99

Server has moved...

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 09:52:43 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Server Move! Please see the topic located here: http://www.therebirth.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=112&p=414&sid=cb47d3d48bf7a682d7630798f1c72ad0#p414

Game update 8-31-2011

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:12:57 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

We've updated even more continuing issues in the core, and database. Thanks for the contributors...you know who you are, for fixes and sources inside .git repositories! You can read more about the patch here

Game Update!

Game Update 9-2-2011

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:52:11 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

A VERY large update today.

A complete rework of the world db and scriptdev db and source. These are vital to a stable server, and Zataron (Sey) has contributed 99% of the work on these fronts, and has provided his work to this server. Thank him in game if you see him!

http://www.therebirth.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=163

Game Update 9-8-2011

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 08:50:19 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Some Shammy love, and some other fixes. Check out the full game update post here:

http://www.therebirth.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=238

Double XP Weekend

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 08:50:20 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno: This weekend will be a double XP weekend. We wont be doing these often, so if you've been waiting to get started. This weekend would be a great time to jump in, create a character and get some levels. The double xp will go from Saturday Morning - server time until Monday Morning server time Have fun, good luck.

2x XP Begins

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 06:44:33 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Double xp weekend has begun, and will be in effect for the next 48 hours. Grab a weapon, polish your armor, head out into the world of Azeroth and let loose a cry of war.

YouTube Video Contest!

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 06:44:33 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno: Today the test server will come up, for 4 hours (and you'll have all GM commands available on the TEST SERVER) to allow you to get footage for your PvP Video. More details here: Rebirth Forums: Youtube Contest

Please remember. Your forum USERNAME and your game login username are NOT the same. If you have not registered for the forums yet, you will need to do so.

YouTube Video Contest!

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 06:44:34 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno: The test server is now offline. I hope everyone got plenty of footage for their videos, I cant wait to see the results!

Game Updates!

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:16:51 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Did you know, we update our game core and database almost every day?

The Rebirth constantly goes through fixes, and enhancements to make your gameplay experience better. If you haven't visited our game updates section of the forums, check it out:

http://www.therebirth.net/forum/viewforum.php?f=24

Website Updates

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 09:51:37 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

We've made some significant updates to the website today. Including closing some security holes, and revamping the "Players Online" list. Check it out for yourself!

http://www.therebirth.net/?p=server&sub=playersonline&changerealm_to=1

Downtime

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 07:24:08 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Server downtime is being extended about 15 minutes, had a few last minute changes come in, so the downtime is going to be just a tad longer than expected.

Server Crashes

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 07:42:42 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

We are aware of the server crash problem. Rest assured the issue is being looked into and we'll be patching the server as soon as we find the bug causing it, and get it resolved.

In the meantime, if you do something you suspect caused the server crash, please /w a GM in game, or send a PM to one of the GM's on the boards - it may assist us in tracking the issue down.

Thanks for your understanding.

-GM Staff

Game Update 10-17-2011

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:35:20 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Some significant changes were implemented as part of todays patching process! Most notably were the renabling of the PvP system honor gain and ranks, as well as the cut to the Auction House Fee's.

Check out the Game Updates section of the forums for details on both of these changes. :)

GL,HF, Pwn some n00bs!

Game Update 10-24-2011

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:41:04 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey guys, sorry to bring the server down a 2nd time this morning. We needed to hotfix the paladin + healing, which got broken during the patch somehow.

I ended up having to extend the downtime a little bit, to install updates to the operating system and reboot a couple of times, as well as install my auto restart monitor, so we wont have long downtimes anymore (hopefully, if everything works as it should!)

Everything is back up now, enjoy!

Server Restarts

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:29:43 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Update: It appears the service to restart the server is working, though there are a few kinks to work out with the timing, bear with us, we'll get it worked out.

Until then, the server intermittenly going down and coming back up may happen thoughout the day, I'm keeping an eye on it from a mobile device, but I'm traveling, so may not be able to get to any issues as quickly as normal.

Thanks for understanding.

-Management

Extended Maintenance

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:11:15 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Rebirth,

We've got a few malicious people running amok on the server exploiting some previously unknown crash bugs. We can only assume the intent is to continue to crash the server in an effort to make our service look bad, or ruin the experience of the players that have made this home.

Because bringing the server up, and down, and up and down is infinatly more expensive time wise, than just focusing on fixing the bugs, we'll be leaving the server down until we resolve the found issues, and have them tested.

We believe this benefits players as well, in an effort to prevent the frustration of progressing, only to have the server go down, we feel it's better just to resolve the issues.

I'm hesitant to give an ETA at the moment, but we are well aware it's Friday night, and we're working to get the server back up in time for our prime gaming periods.

In an effort to reward the players that have stuck by us, when the server comes back up, we'll have DOUBLE XP, for a 24 hour period (or roughly as long as the server has been down).

Bear with us everyone, we'll be up and running soon! Myself and the rest of the staff apologize for the downtime. This is a free service, but it still is a "service" that many of you are investing in, just like we are.

Double XP 24 Hours

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 06:35:45 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Guys,

Because of the downtime over the last 2 days, we are enabling double xp for kill credit when the server comes back up. We are applying another fix now, and bringing the server back up.

I know the purists on the server would prefer no double xp, but overall - I think as long as they are few and far between, double xp, when used appropriatly helps the server overall, especially after downtime.

Enjoy!

Double XP Extended

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 19:15:25 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

We're continuing to work on the server, and we are continuing to track down the issue that is causing the crashing. At this point we strongly suspect a malcious player, because of the patterns of crashes that we've been able to track down.

The good news is, for every 1 bad player, they create a problem that solves future issues for hundreds. We'll get it tracked down and resolved.

Until we have the issues resolved, we'll continue with the Double XP kill credit, as a way of saying "Thank You" for continuing to be loyal to our server, even in it's difficult times. :)

PvP Updates!

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:12:08 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

The PvP System has been re-enabled. All honor and ranks have been reset. Details are in the game updates section of the forums.

Calculations are on Wednesday. 25 kills are needed a week to be included in the calculation.

Zul'Gurub Open!

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:03:19 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Guys, just wanted to get this news infront of everyone that visits the main site, but not necessarly the forums.

We've opened ZG as a running "beta". Pharamox and I internally tested most of the events, and they seem like they are in pretty good order, and the loot tables seemed about right.

With tomorrows server reboot, we'd like to invite everyone to put a 20 man together, and go kick some troll a$$.

For more information on this decision, please visit the Game Updates section of the forums.

Have fun!

January Game Update!

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 08:58:48 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

We've done some major patching today, in an effort to address some long standing issues. Details are in the forums, but most notably, we've fixed the Mac transport issue, which has plagued many-a-emu server for a long time.

Enjoy!

Game Updates Galore!

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:08:43 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Rebirth!

There's been some really exciting activity over the past month, making
Rebirth one of the most complete and Blizzlike servers in the private space. If
you don't follow our patches section on the forums, you should!

http://www.therebirth.net/forum/viewforum.php?f=24

In the near future, look for an update that adds patch notes to your login
screen, just like the retail experience, and an RSS / Twitter / Facebook feed of
game updates and forum activity, allowing you to pull the information you care
about, that much easier!

As always, Have Fun, kill some n00bs, enjoy Rebirth!

-management

Extended Maintenance

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:33:58 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

We are extending our maintenance this morning to 20 minutes or so. Doing some work on the database, and the host box.

Social Media

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:48:44 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Fellow Rebirthers! We've got a couple of cool developments over the last
couple of days. The Rebirth development team now has a Twitter feed all of it's
own. You can follow the feed by visiting: https://twitter.com/#!/TheRebirth_WoW
- as we update our source repository, things will be pushed to our feed, so you
can stay updated.

Some fans of the server have also created a Facebook Fan Page. Share it with
your friends, it should generate some traction!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Rebirth-1121-Blizzlike-WoW-Server/227894380634314?sk=info

As always - good luck, have fun, pawn some n00bs!

Rebirth Test Server

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:25:49 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Heeeeellllloooooo Rebirth!

Some of you may notice, that the Rebirth Test Server, showed up in the realm
list today. We are testing our newest code base, which includes full world Move
Maps. Move maps enable pathfinding in the terrain WAY beyond what the stock
core provides.

What this means is, no more mobs walking in air, or through walls. No more
pulling mobs under the world, or other various silly issues because mobs didn't
pay attention to the terrain.

In the future, this will also include a 100% fix for Line of sight issues
with spells, and ranged weapons, and gap closing / opening spells like Charge,
intercept, and blink, as well as spells like Distract and bolt type of
spells.

FOR NEW PLAYERS - You may be assigned automatically to the TEST SERVER.
You'll need to check the realm you are signed into after you log in. Currently
the test server is setup to only allow GM's to access it, so you may receive a
message about being banned, or a closed account...hit "change realm" above the
character selection / creation screen and make sure the test server is NOT
selected.

Good luck, have fun!

Server Maintenance

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:40:04 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Guys, we are doing some maintenance on the server this morning. Downtime is expected to be about 20 minutes.

A Rebirth Member needs your help

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:43:19 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Dear Rebirth Community!

As many of you know, this server does not accept donations of any kind, we provide the development, hosting, GM staff, technical support, and countless hours of entertainment, among other services, completely out of our pocket. We are happy to provide this service, and will continue to provide this service indefinitely until such a time is nobody wants to play here anymore.

This is a very rare circumstance for us, but we are calling upon the community, to help one of our members, who through the course of life has had some unfortunate and unforeseen circumstances. It happens to us all, and as a community, I know the great people of Rebirth will be willing to help out.

I'd like to open up donations to assist this person, and will be the first one in line to offer my assistance. This donation has NOTHING to do with this server, nor does it gain you anything but the internal knowledge that you helped out a fellow player, and someone whom you call a friend.

This person is accepting all donation sizes. If you've got as little as a spare $10.00 that you can spend on a good cause, it all helps. I'll be managing the donation site, to protect the identity of the member in need, but 100% of the funds provided will be going directly to the member.

You are not required to donate in any way, shape or form. Nobody but you will know if you've donated, or didn't donate. Nobody will know if you've read this post, or not. There is nothing gained, and nothing lost by this venture either way, and it'll never be mentioned in game by staff. This is purely an out of game message, appealing to your generous natures.

To donate, please visit:
https://fundly.com/donate/DLT8uQ5XZA

Thank you all for listening.

--freakyuno

Patch Day

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:46:13 -0600

Posted by Freakyuno:

Hey Rebirthers!

Some exciting changes today. As always you can view our Game Updates section of the forum for specific details:

http://www.therebirth.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=2101

Most notably today we've updated the way honor is calculated, and fixed the calculations (first pass). We've also put the PvP vendors back in the world.

Honor calculates on Wednesday mornings at 1:00am - all back honor should be thrown into the calculation.

We've also overhauled the combat skill increase rate, it should feel much more vanilla blizzlike now, as well as many other great fixes by CannibalVox and the team.

We've also got a GM who's started an official Rebirth Youtube channel. Bookmark it and pass it around to your friends!

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheRebirthServer?feature=mhee

Good luck, Have fun, GET SOME!