Hot Summer Nights 2004

GemStone: Hot Summer Nights lasts all through July! GemStone is definitely gonna get Hot this Summer. Can you handle it?

Week	Release Name	Release Info
Week 1	New Command: POUND	In an attempt to foster new and unique ways to damage property, the POUND verb has been created. Though people everywhere have begun intimidating unruly boxes and misbehaving trunks, a number of Giantmen have been overheard saying that they will go pound for pound with anyone. All players will now be able to use the POUND verb, but Giantmen in particular will notice a number of extra options when using the verb.
Week 1	New Command: IMPOSE	It's all in how you look at yourself. If you are a halfling that knows your own worth, you know can show it with IMPOSE!
Week 1	Two New Combat Maneuvers	The first new maneuvers of Hot Summer Nights have been released! Twin Hammerfists and Bearhug are now available to learn through the Combat Maneuver Lists. Please see CMAN HELP TWINHAMM and CMAN HELP BEARHUG for more information.
Week 1	Combat Maneuvers Update	In addition to the two new skills (Twin Hammerfists and Bearhug) released today, the following updates have been made to the CML system: The amount of direct damage caused by the Headbutt combat maneuver has been lowered somewhat (it was never intended to cause instant death criticals). In the place of this excess damage, the possibility of knocking the foe unconscious has been added. The skill has also been updated to properly take into account partial armor for both attackers and defenders. The number of repetitions needed for guild training in Subdue, Tackle, Sweep, and Disarm Weapon have been restructured. The number of repetitions needed for most Subdue and Disarm Weapon tasks have been lessened. A significant bug was detected in the Tackle and Sweep repetition assignment code that was significantly under-assigning reps since the start of GS4. This may result in some Tackle and Sweep training-characters receiving more repetitions than before (though the number of repetitions needs has been brought down from GS3 levels). The 50% guild training stamina discount will now be applied to partner training tasks. In order to receive the stamina discount, at least one player must have a partner task to complete and at least one player must be using GLD STANCE. The CMP cost of the Combat Mastery skill has been reduced from 8/12 to 4/6.
Week 1	Rat Races Return to Icemule	After a few years of renovations, the Rat Races have returned to their tent just east of the furrier in the Commerce Burrow Bazaar! Stop on by and bring your silvers for a little entertainment and some sport.
Week 1	Silvermule Library Staff Change, New Menu	The management of Silvermule Gambling Hall in Icemule Trace is pleased to announce the appointment of master mixologist Charlevorn to the staff of its exclusive Library! In response to the demand of our patrons, we have also added some new edible selections to our menu. Please stop by to enjoy our fine food and drink, and don't forget to try your luck on the Wheel of Morality upstairs!
Week 1	Wineberry's Inventory Expands	"After all these years," growled Dalt Wineberry, "I've finally located a reliable source of vultite. Honesty in the carting profession is like patience in a gnome...." The gruff weaponsmith confirms that indeed, no, he will not be adding ora to his inventory. "Pernicious stuff," he grumbled. "Won't touch it!" But he did agree to add a few new weapons to the shop. "Time we spruced the place up a bit!" Stop by and see the new goods for yourselves, and help Icemule Trace's wealthiest halfling keep pace with his competition. Those most familiar with the shop might find that some of the profiles have been changed to bring the items in line with current standards for the naming of weapons. You might want to purchase in iron before investing in vultite, unless you're sure of what you're getting!
Week 1	Icemule Gets New Instruments	Trill has been recently heard bragging to some locals, "Sales have been down lately, but these new instruments I've received should help support my family for many years to come." Upon further discussion, Trill admitted that the new festivities had provoked him to find new inventory for his shop, and he seemed quite exuberant about the high quality of instruments he had received so far. All types of instruments are now available for sale in the Icemule music shop.
Week 1	Koern's Cones Come to Icemule	"Truth is, we couldn't keep him away," reports the sheriff's deputy. "And believe me, we tried. I mean, the nerve of some...people. Selling snow on a glacier? Selling sweet, berry flavors? It's...it's..." His voice gets very quiet, and he grudgingly mutters, "genius." Find Koern and his ingenious snowcone contraption walking the streets of Icemule Trace! Be sure to ASK him about any flavors you haven't tasted before. Or start by asking him about TOPICS...he's a gnome of many opinions, and he's more than willing to share them. Sixty-odd flavors! Spin the wheel for a random taste, or ASK Koern FOR your favorite! Just be wary, as snow does have a tendency to melt.
Week 1	Icemule Defenses Open to Adventurers	In an attempt to bolster the city militia's vigilance and defense against attacks such as the recent krolvin depredations, the city council of Icemule Trace has authorized the militia guards to allow citizens and members of the Northern Fury and their invited guests to enter the defensive structures around the city. The ice-covered northern wall is accessible via steps, but the other walls can be accessed only via the barbican towers adjacent to the city gates. The corner towers can be entered via the alleyways that run underneath the walls. In addition, the council deemed it prudent to extend the trail surrounding the city to a full circuit, except where the glacial ice bars passage to the north. Our thanks go out, as ever, to the adventuring community for making Icemule Trace a safer place to live. --The Council
Week 1	Alleyway Districts Open in Icemule Trace	Eight cool new streets come to Icemule Trace for Hot Summer Nights! In Commerce Burrow, you'll find Barter and Trade. Tavern Burrow is where Brewer's Alley meets Bootlegger's Alley. Temple Burrow has Hope Alley intersecting Fear Alley, and Magical Burrow is where Incantation and Enchantment Alleys meet. In time, these alleys will host the player-run shops in Icemule Trace. For now, come explore the corner towers! Remember to bring a citizen or member of the Northern Fury to get you past the militia guard! Entrances to the alleys are tucked away in out-of-the way corners all over town.
Week 1	Fresh Water at the Icemule Trace Well	The visit of a Wsalamir cleric of Kuon tonight heralded some changes in the well south of the Thirsty Penguin in Icemule Trace. Players can now raise water from the well using the crank handle. Despite the ritual cleansing of the well (revealed by the giantman to be steeped in Icemule religious history), some trash may continue to surface in the bucket from time to time. The City Council requests that citizens and visitors alike desist from using the well as a trash recepticle. Non-citizen litterers might find their progress toward citizenship impeded by their behavior. Instead, please use the barrel provided for your convenience by the Thirsty Penguin Inn. You might also try using WISH at the well, or resting your bones with LEAN, JUMP, or SIT.
Week 1	Icemule Homesteader's Office Adds Cartage and Deeds	"Better late than never," grumbled the weary claims clerk. He muttered something about poor workmanship under his breath, rubbed his eyes, and went back to his daily round of staring in disbelief at the papers on his desk. The office in the southwestern corner of Clovertooth Hall is now able to serve for all of your premium home needs.
Week 1	Icemule Trace Cozy Cottage Reopens!	The seasonal cozy cottage that stands alongside Icemule Trace's East Road has been reopened! In addition to purchasing new stock for the coming seasons, the proprietor has an entirely new summertime display. Please be sure to visit the cottage frequently, as the seasons change, to check out the new wares. Also sporting new candles and incense is Ye Olde Candle Shoppe. Since the shop is on wheels, look for a wagon rolling into town near you.