I've not played this game for a while, then a couple of weeks ago I got the updater error and could not log in. I've decided to uninstall the game and re-download it as per this guide. Doing this today I got the following error output: -

marty@marty-desktop:~$ wget -c http://download.xordan.com/PlaneShift-v0.4.00-x86.bin
--14:03:09--  http://download.xordan.com/PlaneShift-v0.4.00-x86.bin
           => `PlaneShift-v0.4.00-x86.bin'
Resolving download.xordan.com... 208.53.168.58
Connecting to download.xordan.com|208.53.168.58|:80... connected.
HTTP request sent, awaiting response... 404 Not Found
14:03:10 ERROR 404: Not Found.

marty@marty-desktop:~$

Looks like there is a problem with the site for downloading at the moment. Can anyone confirm or is there something else up?

Running Hardy Heron on a Celeron D processor 3.0 Gig. 2 Gig of Ram.

potatoehead64,
perhaps you didnt fully understand it, or the guy who told you wasnt precise enough. Not using names of people in general of course is nonsense. But I presume it was meant that using names of people your char cannot know, since he never met them before or whatever, to adress one with is frowned upon.
Just imagine you walk around the street and you would know everyone's name, as if they had it floating above their head.

My suggestion here would be, if I'm not supposed to know somebody who has a name above their head, then why is it there? The fact is it IS there in much the same way as when you walk into a shop and somebody has their name badge on for the purposes of you being able to address them directly. Perhaps Devs could consider the ability for players to hide their name to other players... Maybe there could be a level where they are able to show it to friends only perhaps. That would also serve as a good way of stopping any sort of mobbing that goes on (bearing in mind that characters from the same race look very much the same).

As for emotes. The graphics cannot show that I approach the bar to buy a beer and drink it, so why not state it in an emote? After all, in a real world, that is what folk would see me do.

In any case, this is all tiny detail. As I said, if the way things are, are how Devs and the majority prefer it, then I respect it as so, but I'm less likely to engage in RP as it stands. The debate seems to be about whether people play the game for RP and the if's but's and maybe's as to why folk leave the game.

On the whole, I love this game and play it daily. 99% of it is how I like it. I've tried one or 2 others like Second Life and Regnum and they don't come close. Runescape has it's uses when PS has time out, but thats about it.

so, orchabaly needs some special jelly and said to me to get in the east part of hydlaa, i wrote all on the quest notes but when i tryed to read them there wasn't and i saved anyway i just need the name of the person who has thids special jelly if somebody know him or her (NPC i mean) could answer me?
i tryed to search on my logs. but all was very old like 2007 i don't know how to gfet it pleas help

I've just done this quest. When you find the right person you should find it's pretty straight forward.
On the subject of quest notes, I've often found that mine disappear. It's quite frustrating and I'm resorting to faithful old quill and papris to make notes now (when I remember to that is)! 
I discovered that if I don't hit return to a new line in the quest notes field, the notes often fail to save. Just a little tip that may help for the future.

Marthron

This could be true, please everyone do not rush to "test" this fact.  We have people looking into it as time allows and they are active. More information will be posted as we know.

Well, Just to let you know that its not a problem I have experienced. All works fine for me with regard to "familiar". (Just a bit of feedback for you)

At times when the server is down and I get extreme withdrawal symptoms, I've taken a look at 1 or 2 other MMORPG's. Regnum looked something similar, but there was certainly no tutorial whatsoever. I found the same with one or 2 other games like this. I have to say that after the last 2 months I'm totally and irretrievably hooked on this game now. Yes, it was a little lonely at the start and a bit awkward, until I discovered a suitable camera view. Then I started to get to grips with it all. I found other citizens of Yliakum were pretty helpful too.  Things became far more interesting when I was invited to join a Guild.
Keep it going guys.
I love it.

Twas an Yliakum day of great toil for this study Ylian. A seasoned traveler and merchant  between Ojeveda and Hydlaa, Marthron arrived at the Kada El Tavern weary and worn from many an adventure and duel with creatures in abundance. Much wisdom had been gained from crafting weapons of some considerable value. Light from the crystal was now waning.... It was time for rest and relaxation... and perhaps and opportunity to imbibe some refreshment from this establishment of... well ... apparent good reputation.

Marthron purchased a flagon of ale and, seated in comfort at a table, reflected upon his exploits.
"Alas, tis with a weary heart I remember maidens of great beauty. My hearts desire is to sing another lament."

A female Diaboli of great beauty approaches and fixes Marthron with hypnotic stare, the curves of her lean a lythe body entrapping Marthron's thoughts.
"Greetings fair maiden. May I be of assistance?"
The Diaboli leans forward seductively and hold out her scarlet hand for Marthron to kiss.
"Verily, may I keep you company? I see you sit alone."
Marthron indicates for this maiden to sit at the table. They talk for some while. Marthron tells tales of his quests and adventures and the maiden listens intently, gazing into his eyes. After some while she clicks her fingers and a serving Ylian arrived with further refreshment. Ale is consumed throughout the evening.
"Shall we proceed downstairs and sit by the fire? Tis more cozy there." The Ylian follows down the stairs to the warmth, feeling more relaxed at the sound of the fire crackling in the hearth.
Marthron becomes mesmerized by gentle music. The Diaboli maiden tells of her talent for dance for which Marthron takes great interest. Suddenly, she takes his hand, stands and begins to dance seductively around him. Marthron is entranced by this display. She swirls around the room, then comes close and places a hand upon Marthron's cheek. They kiss and embrace.
"Perhaps you would like to move somewhere more comfortable." Marthron senses a sinister inflection in the Diaboli's voice. Nonetheless, he stands and folllows. Unsteady upon his feet, the room begins to spin and a feeling of nauseousness overcomes him. Faltering, he collapses upon the stairs and remains there unconscious for quite some time.
Eventually, coming round in dim light, he feels a chill. Limbs ache his head feels heavy. The tavern is empty, save for some distant sweeping upstairs. Marthron proceeds gingerly to the exit.
"That will be 4 circles sire." come words from the innkeeper.  Marthron reaches inside his pouch to discover that it is empty!
"I have been robbed!"
"So it seems sire, but you must pay or face the wrath of Hydlaa guards."
"Tis only one item I have of value. Please take this ancient diamond encrusted platinum sword. A weapon of dubious use in combat, but has much value for its rarity."
The innkeeper studies the sword and grins ironically. "Methinks this may cover your debt sire. Tis a lesson you have learned. You are welcome here again. Be sure to bring your items of value!"

I know of Runescape because my son was an avid player. I used to moan at him for being so addicted to it and now, ironically I'm addicted to PlaneShift so thats one in the eye for me. LOL

My experience has been pretty good and a new player here. I recently joined a guild and that has helped with the feeling of a closer group within the game. Maybe I'll come across you in game and perhaps help you with the bit's of knowledge I have.

Good luck. Hope you enjoy.