"To solve this issue and to allow a better roleplay of duels, we added non-lethal fights. This feature is now complete and will be available as soon as 020 is released. All combats started in PvP mode are considered non-lethal, so when you defeat your opponent he collapses to the ground and he cannot move for 30 seconds. In those 30 seconds you have the chance to deliver the final blow in case you really want to kill him. This feature will allow players to experiment duels and different combat techniques, to test weapons and to really roleplay mentors or trainers."
-Quote from Talad in his most recent interview---
That right there makes me very happy.
I always thought that the main problem with people feeling that "professional duelers" seemed too ooc was largely just a byproduct of a limitation in the mechanics. I think that this new addition will open up a lot of new avenues for RP.
Now if only there was a specific place to practice/train/teach dueling... preferably someplace that provided a nice atmosphere and a minimal amount of lag...
But I figure you all have a plan for that too and I for one look forward to seeing whatever it is you come up with.
Keep up the good work!
