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New Player Instructions

Avlis is implemented as a persistent world for the Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE) roleplaying game. To register, follow these steps:

Step 1: Register on the Avlis Forums

If you haven't already created an account on the Avlis forum, please register here. Formal communication from the Avlis Team (public or private) is sent via the Avlis forum. If you encounter any issue with registering on the Avlis forum, ask for help in our Discord server, Chat with the Team.

The forums are also an integral way to communicate and participate with the Avlis Community, both out of character and in character. The forums can enhance your role play experience, and give you an offline way to interact with the world. They contain a wealth of information.

Step 2: Create your NWN:EE Player Name

The Player Name is the name you type the Neverwinter Nights Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE) Multiplayer Options. Check EE Tips and Tricks to see how.

You can use multiple player names, if you wish.

Returning Player Instructions

Step 1: Transfer your CD key file from NWN v. 1.69

If you are a returning player (you played on Avlis Neverwinter Nights v. 1.69 in the past and want to continue playing the same characters), you need to transfer your nwncdkey.ini file:

⚠️ Do NOT open the nwncdkey.ini and copy the keys. Copy only the FILE itself, not the contents. If you do not have the file on hand, refer to the instruction links.

Click here for instructions, if you acquired your NWN:EE copy from Good Old Games (GOG).

Click here for instructions, if you acquired your NWN:EE copy from Steam.

Step 2: Enter your GSID as your NWN:EE Player Name

The Player Name is the name you type into the Neverwinter Nights Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE) Multiplayer Options. Check EE Tips and Tricks to see how.

Once you have completed the CD key file transfer, enter the player name you used on NWN v. 1.69 (known as Gamespy or GSID). Please note that the player name is case sensitive (e.g. Orleron is not orleron).

Returning Player FAQ

I am a returning player and I get a message "Your player name is already in use" when I try to log in.

If you receive a message such as Your player name is already in use and you have followed the transfer steps above, please submit a New Player Team Request.

I am a returning player and cannot remember my GSID from NWN v. 1.69. What can I do?

We may still be able to reunite you with your player characters. Please submit a New Player Team Request with the characters you used to play.

I am a returning player and I used multiple CD keys on NWN v. 1.69. Which one(s) should I transfer?

Pick one -- does not matter which one. For pre-EE characters, the Avlis framework checks the player name (formerly Gamespy or GSID) and NWN v. 1.69 CD keys. In order to get access to your characters, you must have played them under the same combination of player name & CD key before.

I am a returning player and I followed the transfer instructions but I do not see my characters.

Remember, the player name is case sensitive. If you are positive that you have entered it correctly, please submit a New Player Team Request with your player name and the characters you used to play.

I am a returning player and I see an error or other problem when I try to play a specific character.

Refer to the Broken Character Help Thread on the Avlis forums or ask for help in our Discord server, Chat with the Team.

I used to play on another CoPaP world on NWN v. 1.69. Can I continue to play on Avlis in NWN:EE?

Yes. Any pre-existing player characters (PCs) from other CoPaP worlds, who have logged into Avlis prior to the migration to EE, are saved on our side. You will see a version of your PC from the last time you logged into Avlis. Please note that any PCs you play on Avlis cannot be played on other CoPaP worlds at this time. As of October 01, 2022 there are no active portals between Avlis and the rest of CoPaP. The portal closures are IC (example).

It has been a very long time since I played on Avlis. What are the current custom systems and tools?

There are several ways to review those at-a-glance. [1] In Game: Talk to the ASK AWAY! NPC guide in any Avlis server's start area. A copy of the guide has been exported on the Avlis Wiki (ASK AWAY). [2] Avlis Wiki: Browse the Systems and Tools directory. [3] Avlis Wiki: The Avlis Command Prompt contains an index of all chat commands for all systems.

I used to have player housing, persistent storage or merchants but they are gone, or I lost access.

Please check Player Housing Archivals -- your options depend on the type of property (player made or made by the Avlis team).

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+== New Player Instructions ==
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+Avlis is implemented as a [[Wikipedia:Persistent World|persistent world]] for the [[Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition]] (NWN:EE) roleplaying game. To register, follow these steps:
-As part of the process of [[Getting Started]] to play on Avlis and the linked CoPaP worlds, you need to register your login with our authentication system. You need to do this whether you are a new player or a returning player. Avlis and linked CoPaP worlds use our own authentication system to keep your account and characters safe.
+=== Step 1: Register on the Avlis Forums ===
+If you haven't already created an account on the Avlis forum, [http://avlis.org/ucp.php?cid=&mode=register please register here]. '''<font color="red">Formal communication from the Avlis Team (public or private) is sent via the Avlis forum.</font>''' If you encounter any issue with registering on the Avlis forum, ask for help in our Discord server, [[Avlis Chat|Chat with the Team]].
-== Registration Instructions ==
+The forums are also an integral way to communicate and participate with the Avlis Community, both out of character and in character. The forums can enhance your role play experience, and give you an offline way to interact with the world. They contain a wealth of information.
-To register, follow these steps:
-=== Step 1: Register on the Avlis Forums.===
+=== Step 2: Create your NWN:EE Player Name ===
-If you haven't already created an account on the Avlis forum, [http://avlis.org/ucp.php?cid=&mode=register please register here]. The forums are an integral way to communicate and participate with the Avlis Community, both out of character and in character. The forums can enhance your role play experience, and give you an offline way to interact with the world. They also contain a wealth of information. You will also need a forum account to let us know you want to register to play here!
+The Player Name is the name you type the Neverwinter Nights Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE) Multiplayer Options. Check [[Avlis:EE_Tips_and_Tricks#How_Do_I_Change_My_Player_Name|EE Tips and Tricks]] to see how.
-=== Step 2: Gather or Create your Neverwinter Nights Player Name. ===
+:: You can use multiple player names, if you wish.
-This is the account name you type into the Neverwinter Nights multiplayer login screen.
-: [[File:NWNLoginScreenshot.PNG | 350px]]
-If you are a new player, create a unique Neverwinter Nights Player Name that you plan to use for logging into this screen.  This name cannot have been used on Avlis before, and we can help you with this if you are unsure.
+== Returning Player Instructions ==
-=== Step 3: Send a private message to the "Player Registration" group on the Avlis Forums.===
+=== Step 1: Transfer your CD key file from NWN v. 1.69 ===
-If you are logged into the Avlis Forums, you can start a new private message, addressed to the correct Avlis administration group, by [http://www.avlis.org/ucp.php?i=pm&mode=compose&g=26548 clicking here]
-* Put 'Player Registration Request’ as the title for the private message.
-* Include the following information in the message:
-: <pre style="white-space: pre-wrap"> "I am a new player" and my multiplayer Player Name is: <type Neverwinter Nights Player Name here (see Step #2 above)> </pre>
-* ''IMPORTANT'': Do '''not''' send us your password or your CD Keys. We will '''never''' ask for them. We will never see your unencrypted multiplayer passwords.
+If you are a '''returning player''' (you played on Avlis Neverwinter Nights v. 1.69 in the past and want to continue playing the same characters), you need to transfer your <code>nwncdkey.ini</code> file:<br>
-=== Step 4: Await our prompt reply.===
+ ⚠️ Do '''NOT''' open the <code>nwncdkey.ini</code> and copy the keys. Copy ''only'' the FILE itself, ''not'' the contents. If you do not have the file on hand, refer to the instruction links.
-We typically respond to requests the same day, within a few hours in possible. We will send you back a private message on the Avlis Forums with a few brief instructions to complete the registration process.
+:::: [[Avlis:EE_GOG_Galaxy#CD_Key_Transfer|Click here]] for instructions, if you acquired your NWN:EE copy from Good Old Games (GOG).
+:::: [[Avlis:EE_Steam#CD_Key_Transfer|Click here]] for instructions, if you acquired your NWN:EE copy from Steam.
+=== Step 2: Enter your GSID as your NWN:EE Player Name ===
-== Registration FAQ ==
+The Player Name is the name you type into the Neverwinter Nights Enhanced Edition (NWN:EE) Multiplayer Options. Check [[Avlis:EE_Tips_and_Tricks#How_Do_I_Change_My_Player_Name|EE Tips and Tricks]] to see how.
-=== Why am I unable to log in using a copy of NWN purchased from GOG.com? ===
-When you purchase NWN from GOG.com, it comes with a set of default [[GOG keys|"CD" keys]]. We have blocked the default keys to prevent issues. Our login authentication system requires that your NWN game '''must have a unique set of "CD" keys'''. Fortunately, GOG now supplies their customers with a unique set of keys suitable for multiplayer use. Please follow the instructions at [https://support.gog.com/hc/en-us/articles/213037305-Online-play-in-Neverwinter-Nights-Diamond Online play in Neverwinter Nights Diamond] to change your keys within Galaxy, or use the [http://wiki.avlis.org/Special:FilePath/GOG_CD_Key_Changer_(NWN_Serial_Tool).jpg "CDKey Changer" (AKA: Neverwinter Nights Serial Tool)] under your [http://wiki.avlis.org/Special:FilePath/Win_10_GOG_CD_Key_Changer_In_Start_Menu.jpg "NWN Diamond <nowiki>[GOG.com]</nowiki>" start menu entry].
-=== I played on Avlis years ago and cannot log in.  What is the issue? ===
+:: Once you have completed the CD key file transfer, enter the player name you used on NWN v. 1.69 (known as Gamespy or GSID). Please note that the player name is '''case sensitive''' (e.g. Orleron is not orleron).
-If you have not yet registered with the Player Registration system, you will need to follow the Player Registration instructions above.  Additionally, it is important to review the instructions listed in the [[Getting Started]] page, as some requirements, content files, rules, guidelines, etc. may have changed since you last played.
+== Returning Player FAQ ==
-=== I am a returning player and cannot remember my original player name. What do I do? ===
+==== I am a returning player and I get a message "Your player name is already in use" when I try to log in. ====
-Please complete the Player Registration process above.  In the [http://www.avlis.org/ucp.php?i=pm&mode=compose&g=26548 message to the Player Registration group], be certain to indicate that you are a returning player, the year you last played, and include the names of any previous characters:
-: <pre style="white-space: pre-wrap">I am a player returning to Avlis, and I have forgotten my player name.  I last played in <type year here>, the names of the character(s) I previously played with are <type character name(s) here>. </pre>
-If you are unable to recall some of this information, please provide as much as you are able to, and we will do our best to help you.
+If you receive a message such as '''<font color="red">Your player name is already in use</font>''' and you have followed the transfer steps above, please [https://dev.avlis.org/projects/team-requests submit a New Player Team Request].
-=== If I already play on Avlis and wish to use an additional player name to log in, what should I do? ===
+==== I am a returning player and cannot remember my GSID from NWN v. 1.69. What can I do? ====
-If you need to register an additional player name because you plan to use alternate characters under different player account names, please repeat the Registration steps above.  Be certain to supply the new player name in a [http://www.avlis.org/ucp.php?i=pm&mode=compose&g=26548 message to the Player Registration group]:
-: <pre style="white-space: pre-wrap">I already play on Avlis, but I wish to use an additional player account name, which is: <type new Player Name here>.</pre>
+We may still be able to reunite you with your player characters. Please [https://dev.avlis.org/projects/team-requests submit a New Player Team Request] with the characters you used to play.
-=== What is the Alpha server? ===
+==== I am a returning player and I used multiple CD keys on NWN v. 1.69. Which one(s) should I transfer? ====
-The Alpha server is the (former) name of our authentication server.  They are one and the same.
+Pick one -- does not matter which one. For pre-EE characters, the Avlis framework checks the player name (formerly Gamespy or GSID) and NWN v. 1.69 CD keys. In order to get access to your characters, you must have played them under the same combination of player name & CD key before.
+==== I am a returning player and I followed the transfer instructions but I do not see my characters. ====
+Remember, the player name is case sensitive. If you are positive that you have entered it correctly, please [https://dev.avlis.org/projects/team-requests submit a New Player Team Request] with your player name and the characters you used to play.
+==== I am a returning player and I see an error or other problem when I try to play a specific character. ====
+Refer to the [https://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?f=423&t=142221 Broken Character Help Thread] on the Avlis forums or ask for help in our Discord server, [[Avlis Chat|Chat with the Team]].
+==== I used to play on another [[CoPaP]] world on NWN v. 1.69. Can I continue to play on Avlis in NWN:EE? ====
+Yes. Any pre-existing player characters (PCs) from other CoPaP worlds, who have logged into Avlis prior to the migration to EE, are saved on our side. You will see a version of your PC from the last time you logged into Avlis. Please note that '''<font color="red">any PCs you play on Avlis cannot be played on other CoPaP worlds</font>''' at this time. As of October 01, 2022 there are no active portals between Avlis and the rest of CoPaP. The portal closures are [https://www.avlis.org/viewtopic.php?f=169&t=142265 IC (example)].
+==== It has been a very long time since I played on Avlis. What are the current custom systems and tools? ====
+There are several ways to review those at-a-glance. [1] In Game: Talk to the '''''ASK AWAY!''''' NPC guide in any Avlis server's start area. A copy of the guide has been exported  on the Avlis Wiki ([[ASK AWAY]]). [2] Avlis Wiki: Browse the [[Systems and Tools]] directory. [3] Avlis Wiki: The [[Avlis Command Prompt]] contains an index of all chat commands for all systems.
+==== I used to have player housing, persistent storage or merchants but they are gone, or I lost access. ====
+Please check [[Rules:Player_Housing#Archivals|Player Housing Archivals]] -- your options depend on the type of property (player made or made by the Avlis team).
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