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I would love to see a guide regarding MP avatar skills creation and ideal compromises in traits/retainers.
In ancient Japan, a Kensai (剣聖, sword's saint) was an honorary title given to a warrior of legendary skill in swordsmanship. The literal translation of "Kensai" is "sword saint". Thus, the term is considered by some to imply a higher degree of perfection (possibly also encompassing a moral dimension) than the more commonly used kengō (剣豪) or "great sword".
I would love to see a guide regarding MP avatar skills creation and ideal compromises in traits/retainers.
You would probably be better off starting a thread soliciting a guide in the main and/or multiplayer sections as opposed to just posting in this thread.
Or better still, Kurkistan, do it myself! I'm considering that!
In ancient Japan, a Kensai (剣聖, sword's saint) was an honorary title given to a warrior of legendary skill in swordsmanship. The literal translation of "Kensai" is "sword saint". Thus, the term is considered by some to imply a higher degree of perfection (possibly also encompassing a moral dimension) than the more commonly used kengō (剣豪) or "great sword".
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^And you would be better off either PM'ing him or posting in his thread.
EDIT: On second thought, he hasn't been active for two months, so you may not be that much better off. Still, a PM might catch his attention if he ever comes back online.
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^Thank you for your dillegence, but my general policy towards external guides is to only link directly to them if they are somehow exceptional. I am already linking to the TWC Gameplay and Strategy Discussion Forum, which in-turn links to the thread containing this guide.
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Note: It's somewhat hard to draw the line for some of these guides, so any input would be welcome if someone sees a clear reason why something should/shouldn't be in the other section section.
EDIT: Moved Dalkar's Guide to Units and Tactics from "Tactics" to "Units." The name fooled me, but it focuses more on the use of individual units than their interaction.
Hey Kurkistan. To celebrate me coming back to the forums I made a new guide making my total 5 :cool: (although its an active project.) Mind putting it up on the GttG?
Here's a quick question. I love all of these guides and while I can copy and paste them all together into one file that I can access from my computer or iPad, I do still like hard copy. This can mean a couple of hundred pages or more if I include froggies excellent guide. Is there a cost effective way to do this? I have never considered this before and have printed them out myself, going way back to the first Shogun. I would think I am chewing up a bit of ink going the home route.. I'm retired now and just wondering....
KurkistanSenior MemberIn the United States, serving the Demigod Nuccio as his High PriestRegistered UsersPosts: 293
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^Well, printing is printing, so you're going to have to bite the bullet at some point and pay for all of that toner. You can probably shave the cost if you go to a Kinko's or other print shop.
Alternatively, you could act in a somewhat morally dubious manner and print them off piece-meal at a public library.
Just to answer my own question.... I went down and had all my stuff printed for a little over 8 bucks double sided in black and white. Since my inkjet printer refills are over 45 dollars, I guess this is still cheaper. Also, to think of all the money I've spent in years past on Prima guides...
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0 · Disagree AgreePlaced Commentary/Walkthrough using tactics and natural features, Dalkar's Guide to Units and Tactics, Honda's Navy Academy [Video Guides], and Multiplayer Naval Unit & Battle Guide under "Tactics."
Placed Basic Unit Guide, Guide To Building an Army, The Ultimate Shogun 2 Land Unit Guide, and About Taking Kyoto (Part 1 - Units) under "Units."
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http://forums.totalwar.com/showthread.php/8384-The-Clans-a-Complete-Walkthrough
http://forums.totalwar.com/showthread.php/11166-The-Clans-a-Complete-Walkthrough-Part-2
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You're welcome, thanks for the thanks.
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Check out post #2 (S2) and post #9 (RotS) for other informative threads
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