True Tactical Starship Command Game From: Michael Tue Quang Tran <mtqtran@ucalgary.ca> Date: Thu, 15 Apr 1999 00:00:00 +0000 Hi there. I'm looking for a unique type of PBEM. Its one where you command a starship and take part in all decisions from the smallest to the largest. From navigation, to supplies to combat. It has to be realistic, in that the rules of physics apply (well, most of the time). A little roleplaying element is good too. With a space opera flavour in the background with empires, wars, etc. But the mechanics of the game shouldn't be left up to chance or the player's will. (EX: Posting a story the player writes about his character and ship). It also has to be multiplayer and the main elements of the game should be governed by rules rather than what the GM deems appropriate. I've been looking for such a game for a while now but without much luck. The closest one I've found is the MajorBBS online game, "Galactic Empires". But, it was rather simplistic and straight-forward with no overall storyline (just fly around destroying enemy ships in space duels). Has anyone heard of such a game? Or something similar to this? I'm starting to think that the only way to find such a game is to create it myself but the mechanics of such a game is overwhelming. If you know what I'm talking about, I'd be happy to discuss the ideas you have for this project. Thanks for you time. -- Michael Referenced By Up