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GemStone III Newsletter: Edition 17 October 25, 2000 You can unsubscribe from this free monthly newsletter at any time by following the instructions at the bottom of this email. -------------------------------------------- Table of Contents 1. Upcoming Events: Ebon's Gate Festival, Sorcerer & Wizard Focus Groups, Festival of Learning 2. Elanthian News: Buddy Contest Winners, Wedding Bells, Beware 3. News from Simutronics: SimuCon 2001 Signups Now Open! 4. Contact Us -------------------------------------------- 1. Upcoming Events: EBON'S GATE FESTIVAL Celebrate Lorminstra's yearly opening of Ebon's Gate with games, merchants, food and festivities at the three-day Eve of the Reunion Festival, October 27-30th. In addition to such old favorites as the Ferris Wheel, Jousting, and Tunnel Races, there's talk of five new rides and games being added this year. Combine that with, parades, daily contests, dozens of merchants and nightly bonfires for one of the most exciting and anticipated events of the year. Tickets are on sale now and selling out quickly - register today at http://gemstone.net. SORCERER & WIZARD FOCUS GROUPS New to Sorcery? Have a question about a Sorcerer spell? Wondering what's in store for the future of Sorcery? If so, then join fellow players and staff for the next in a series of focus groups dedicated to the profession, held on October 25th at 10:30 PM EST. Pre-register by sending an email to GS3-Khaladon@play.net and read the Sorcerers General Discussion boards for more info. And all wizards of Elanthia are invited to join Sage Mahegh to discuss specific topics pertaining to the wizard profession. The next round of meetings will take place in November. Pre-register by sending an email to GS3-Mahegh@play.net and visit the Wizards General Discussion board for more details. FESTIVAL OF LEARNING Whether you're new to the lands or just looking to meet new friends and learn more about Elanthia's history, be sure to join in the hunts and games of the Festival of Learning! It's hosted by the House of the Argent Aspis on the first Friday of every month. Mark your calendar now for the next scheduled festival, November 3rd, at 10 PM EST. House Argent Aspis is located at the far southeast end of Wehnimer's Landing. Remember to check the Calendar of Events for other great events and merchants: http://www.play.net/simunet_public/events/feeds.asp?game=GS. -------------------------------------------- 2. Elanthian News: BUDDY CONTEST WINNERS They told their friends about GemStone III and now they're reaping the rewards! We'll be picking three winners at the end of every month, so just keep spreading the word and you could be next! The names of the new lucky winners are posted on the GemStone III web site each month following the drawing. To participate, go to http://buddy.play.net/gs3. Congratulations to this month's winners and good luck in the next drawing, October 31st! Grand Prize: Custom Character Alteration - Hounter Bladedraggon Second Prize: Free Quest Ticket - Satsume Dojii Third Place: Free Month Subscription - Jiaa Khru'shev WEDDING BELLS! Congratulations to the following couples who are just a few of the Elanthians planning their weddings this month! If you've met that special someone and are ready to make it official, let us help you celebrate in style. GameMasters will assist you with all the special touches, from customized invitations to the wedding cake. Choose from one of several beautiful locations to make your vows and make it a day to remember! Check out the wedding link at http://gemstone.net for more details, or email one of the wedding planners at GS3WEDDINGS@SIMUTRONICS.COM with your questions. Raylynn and Ravensun will wed on October 26th at 8 PM in the Wedding Glade Cassioppia and Nindy will wed on October 27th at 8 PM in the Wedding Glade BEWARE! Strange, whispered warnings have been filtering in from the east. Vague and foreboding messages are emerging from the scholarly academies of Yuriqen and from the Lorekeeper Council of Elders in Nantu. We fear something horrible may be on its way. Be alert for anything unusual and prepared for unexpected danger... Beware! -------------------------------------------- 3. News from Simutronics: SIMUCON 2001 SIGNUPS OPEN! Signup now through December 31st and save $50 off the regular registration price, the lowest ever! If you've never experienced the excitement of a SimuCon before, mark June 7 - 10th on your calendar because this is the one for you! Register now for the best deal possible and to take advantage of the special payment plan at http://www.simucon2001.com. Lower prices, new hotel, hundreds of players, GameMasters and memories that will last the whole year through - what are you waiting for? -------------------------------------------- 4. Contact Us: If you have any questions or comments about the game, or just want to drop us a line to say "hi", please reply to gsfeedback@simutronics.com. We'd love to hear from you! -------------------------------------------- Thanks again for joining us in the online world of GemStone III. We hope this newsletter has given you some useful information that will help you along in your adventures! If you have any news tips for us, please reply to this email or write to: gs3-news@simutronics.com. See you in the game! The GemStone III Team