Getting Started

The world of Rukast might seem quite intimidating at first for a newcomer. That's what this page is for, to help point new players in the right direction.

=Theme=
 * 1) Medved's Introduction - This basic narrative on the world of Rukast, written by a former Russian Colonel, is a good first step.
 * Other Narratives, written by other inhabitants of Rukast, can provide more detailed information.

=Connecting=
 * 1) If you do not already have a client, download one. SimpleMU and MUSHclient are popular.
 * 2) Create a 'new world' or connection file. Address: Forgottencolony.genesismuds.com Port: 1171
 * 3) You can also connect, if a browser allows it, via raw telnet. To connect this way, simply copy telnet://forgottencolony.genesismuds.com:1171 into the URL bar on the browser. A client is recommended, however.

=Making a Character=
 * 1) Create a character object by going to the login screen and typing create  
 * 2) Enter Character Setup to be able to adjust your character's starting skills and traits.
 * 3) Proceed to the Waiting Room, and @mail Sergeytov and Gnome with a character biography of at least 250 words about who your character was, is, and perhaps hopes to become.

=After Approval=
 * 1) Getting Involved - A guide to finding people to play with, plot hooks and generally finding a place in the Forgotten Colony community.

=Mechanics=
 * 1) Skills - The basics of how character skills work on Forgotten Colony.
 * 2) Command List - Not sure what command you need? Try this handy cheat sheet of commands for Forgotten Colony.