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Ingress @ EuroFurence 20 -- Get involved!
Vixus:
Hey fuzzbutts! (And otherbutts too!)
I've been hearing a lot about furries playing Niantic@Google's augmented reality GPS game named "Ingress"
For those whom do not know what it is, it's like a turf war game where two factions have to 'fight' for territory. This is done by going outside, walking around and interacting with your smart device.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CRTqkoznnQ
Anyway, I did some research and it turns out that there are well over a hundred "portals" around the Estrel hotel, one being pretty much at the bridge in front of the hotel.
Click here to view the Estrel Berlin area Ingress Map! (Note: You need to have an Ingress account for this)
Anyhoo, Ingress players unite!
Form your faction based teams and compete against (and with) each other so that we can take over Berlin!
Q: What do I need for this?
A: You are going to need a device that has GPS capabilities and a data connection <Cellular, or Wi-Fi> (Note: Be careful with Roaming charges)
-There currently is not an iOS supported version yet, but that is coming soon according to 'the guys' -- Hopefully before EF!
-It is highly recommended to bring a portable power pack or spare batteries if you plan on playing for long amounts of time, Ingress is resource intensive and known to drain even the most mighty of phone batteries in no time
Q: Okay, I.. got this eh.. game? Which team do I join?
A: It is completely up to you which faction you join. Don't quote me on it, but 'The Enlightened' seems to hold the popular vote in the fandom.
Q: Eh.. Okay.. I joined a faction. Now what?
A: Click here to open the unofficial Ingress Field guide. It's chock full of tips, tricks and howto's
Q: I play ingress but I am low level! How can this even be fun for me when there is high level players?
A: Travel as a pack! Ask your teammates to help you out, have them wreck the opposing team's portal if it's too strong, and then have -you- build it up. Then they can upgrade it and also get some points from it. Then ask if you can link it. Teamwork FTW!
Q: How are we going to communicate with our team mates without congesting the 'Local' German chat?
A:
EF20 Enlightened GroupMe Chat
EF20 Resistance GroupMe Chat
Q: I have feedback, a suggestion, or an addition to your post!
A: Every bit of help is welcome. <3
Two requests.
Please show good sportsmanship and do not join the opposing faction's 'private' team chat with the intent to gather intel or sabotage their plans. Joining both is fine, but please don't interfere with things.
Also, while trekking around please be aware of your surroundings and try to not cross through private areas while moving to a target portal. I have seen a few little accidents happen because people were too busy staring at their phone instead of where they were going. ;)
RedFoxy:
Only android? sorry I've iPhone :P
Keng:
There needs to be more green around the Estrel! A huge green field above would be nice :)
In case you find some resonators belonging to "DerKeng", then I have marked my territory :)
nobs:
--- Quote from: RedFoxy on 20.01.2014, 12:01:18 ---Only android? sorry I've iPhone :P
--- End quote ---
There might be an Iphone version available around Easter.
That's the rumors I've heard.
Vixus:
--- Quote from: nobs on 20.01.2014, 13:37:51 ---
--- Quote from: RedFoxy on 20.01.2014, 12:01:18 ---Only android? sorry I've iPhone :P
--- End quote ---
There might be an Iphone version available around Easter.
That's the rumors I've heard.
--- End quote ---
--- Quote from: RedFoxy on 20.01.2014, 12:01:18 ---Only android? sorry I've iPhone :P
--- End quote ---
Yeah, there should be plenty of time to level up before EF if the iOS client is released before Easter. :3
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