User talk:Gaile Gray/Archive Chit Chat and Miscellaneous/July - Aug 2007

Happy C Day
While technically, I'm a day or so late, Happy Canada Day Gaile, and a happy 4th of July. :D -  Drago 07:09, 3 July 2007 (UTC) (It's really hard to find the ~ key at 2am. T.T)
 * Thanks, Drago! I asked our Canadian co-worker, Curtis, when Canada Day was. He said he didn't remember. ;) I have bought a huge number of fireworks of all kinds, and will be blowing up the neighborhood tomorrow night. I mean blowing them up in the neighborhood tomorrow night. :D --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 18:51, 3 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy 4th of July for the entire Arenanet team and GW-community!! As I am a great fan of fireworks, I won't miss this show ^^ Your fireworks rock, and I want to help with my sparklers, champagne poppers and bottle rockets ^^ All bits help =)  --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 22:32, 3 July 2007 (UTC)

Mini-Pets
Hi Gaile! I read on your page that you are collecting mini-pets. I have some minis that I need to get rid of, if you want them just tell me. My in game name is "Black Hawk Archer". Idk if there is any way I can get it to you without "disturbing" you in game. But I'm not going to give it to anyone except for the Gaile Gray character. (safety precaution in-case anyone else reading this gets a wise idea :P)Let me know if you want any!Blackie 00:08, 5 July 2007 (UTC)
 * That's an incredibly kind offer, Blackie. Let me figure out how that might work -- it's sort of complicated because that girl is my visiting girl and I would feel bad if I just gave everyone the cold shoulder while I was accepting your gift. :D --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 00:35, 5 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Gaile on your listing, the last one is * Several others, do you happen to have a complete list of the ones you lack? My favorite is the Asura pet, and got that one by my side all the time, the rest ends up on my gf's account for storage ^^ --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 10:40, 5 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I could try to get them to you during the festival, if you like.[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 00:31, 7 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, I tried to, but I couldn't get into the district. :P[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 21:53, 8 July 2007 (UTC)

free burning titan mini to the 1st person who replies from Gaile's incgamers acct... =P not much of a mini collector and got my 2nd. (Saw she still wanted 1 and her bdays soon so y not (Leo's Rule))--Midnight08 07:43, 17 July 2007 (UTC)
 * hmm seems u got it, well if i get any others on th list ill let ya know =) --Midnight08 07:44, 17 July 2007 (UTC)

Wow! I'm star-struck! I really hope you enjoy the minis Gaile. =D Blackie ewilson92 01:18, 18 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Thank was so nice of you! Thank you very much; I will take good care of the Juggernaut! :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 01:20, 18 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Gaile Do you have a mini Asura? I imagine you must, if you do not I would not mind to give you one. Chik En 21:54, 25 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I think you might have missed my offer :) Chik En 18:15, 27 July 2007 (UTC)
 * How could you have missed the fact she was the first one to show her's off? Don't you remember that time in Kamadan when everyone didn't know that the PC gamer would confirm the suspicions? Obie Quiet 18:20, 27 July 2007 (UTC)
 * That was why in my offer I said ... I think she has one but if not I would give her one. Because I did not know... her pet list is not complete on her user page :) Chik En 18:36, 27 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Oooh, embarrassed! I didn't see the kind offer, Chik En. Thank you, but I do have an Asura. It's really nice of you to offer me one, though. :) Which reminds me I need to spiff up my page -- some of my critters are missing! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 16:05, 3 August 2007 (UTC)

Oo
I love you Gaile. <3 =D Vengeance Signet 05:58, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * dude, find a real girl :) --Gret 07:37, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Is Gaile fake or what? [[Image:Ranger-icon-small.png]] (Teo / talk) 08:06, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Why she would be fake? She's a normal, adult woman(pretty:)) which feels love in Guild Wars L( --Gret 08:11, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Quote:"find a real girl"... ? [[Image:Ranger-icon-small.png]] (Teo / talk) 08:14, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Lol, do I sense a split personality in Gret? :D -- ab.er. rant [[Image:User Ab.er.rant Sig.png|sig]] 08:27, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh rly? (Teo / talk) 12:27, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Yes - i'm lonley but not stupid- I'm 17 year, and Gaile is... umm i dunno - omg what i saying - GAILE I LUV YA!!!!11oneonew --Gret 18:08, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * oooook... (Teo / talk) 22:49, 13 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Now, I'm very upfront about the who "age thing." I'm 108. A spry 108, but 108 nonetheless. ;) I appreciate the friendly notes, but no one is reading this as a "Meet me under the pine tree at Midnight" love note, guys. Honestly! :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 18:34, 14 July 2007 (UTC)

Your input needed
Please take a look at this discussion and give us your thoughts there. As Community Relations Manager, I'd like to know what you think. --Karlos 21:39, 16 July 2007 (UTC)
 * My input is really not needed. You have already received an answer that I feel was more than adequate. I understand your position, but I disagree with it. Please allow me to explain: I believe--all of us at ArenaNet believe--in recognizing good players. We achieve that, in part, through the Scribe's Random Acts of Kindness program. As the CRM, I know this program has far-reaching and positive outcomes beyond a simple nod to a specific player. Now, if you suggest we should exclude people simply by virtue of their guild affiliation, my answer is "No, we will not do that." These players are not being recognized because of their affiliation. They are being recognized for doing something nice within the game, spotted by an anonymous observer who could be any member of the Guild Wars team and not then put through a disqualification grid because to do so would be unkind, unnecessary, and counterproductive to the program.
 * You seem to be saying "This group of players should never be recognized because they belong to (this guild) or (that alliance) or (that tournament team)." But is that not discrimination, exclusion, and bias? And where would that end? I've been to Taipei, and Leipzig, and various other player events. Should I recuse myself from relaying players of note because I may have met them at one time or another? If Emily notes someone doing something great in the game and sends over the alert, should we say "Oh, sorry, we recognize that character name -- that's a wiki member and we do not call out anyone on the wiki?" How fine-grained should we be? Or should we judge solely on the good act, the notable kindness, the generous offer, or the extraordinary support? I want to build bridges, not build bars. I want to include, not exclude.
 * Andrew Patrick is a member of my team. He has my full support in the operation of the program and I trust and value his judgment on the selections made for the Random Acts of Kindness. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 23:30, 16 July 2007 (UTC)


 * Yeah dude, just because he is acquainted with the guy, doesn't mean he can't still be kind. Besides, If I'm not mistaken, ZoS supports and urges kindness in the game. If anything, people in ZoS should be MORE eligible for RAoK.[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 23:38, 16 July 2007 (UTC)


 * I am not sure I said anyone should be excluded. I just said that basic full disclosure ettiquettes would suggest that he say that this user IS from his guild. I never said they should not be recognized. I just think it's a bit dishonest to just say "Look at this great guy" and not mention that he is somewhat related to you, it casts more shadows upon you than if you simply acknowledge there IS a connection. At least it won't seem there is anything to hide.
 * Is it possible we combine these two discussions though? Some people are discussing over there and some people here. --Karlos 00:33, 17 July 2007 (UTC)


 * The Scribe speaks with an in-game voice. As far as I know, he's guildless. There is no need to break the fourth wall with guild affiliations or other such notations because there's insufficient merit within the complaint to command it. You have stated your case. I have read, responded to, and ultimately declined to implement your suggestion into a program conceived, run, and managed within my department. My careful attention to your comments and the assurance that I have given them due consideration is fulfillment of all I have to offer in this matter. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 00:50, 17 July 2007 (UTC)


 * And my thanks and appreciation for considering it is all I have to offer in return, I suppose. :) --Karlos 03:35, 17 July 2007 (UTC)

And while [ZoS] is the current sub-topic, the web site is currently down. Just a heads up. =DBlackie ewilson92 04:46, 17 July 2007 (UTC)
 * See here - FireFox [[Image:firefoxav.png]] 05:35, 17 July 2007 (UTC)

:)
Good work on the new website and the new trailer! --Gummy Joe 17:34, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * agreed it looks absolutly amazing! Nice job Anet :) -- Alien [[Image:User Alien Sig.png]] 17:58, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * For some reason it is not displaying the top headers very well on Firefox for me. -- Lemming64 18:19, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * indeed nice job, CSS needs a bit of work, coz indeed firefox ain't 100% how it should be, but it's a nice update on the site! PS, after seeing the trailer... Gaile could you set me up for a date with Gwen plz =) --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 18:21, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Pardon my french but, HOLY CRAP, thats awesome![[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 18:33, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I hope someone of the team can fix the CSS so it looks as awesome in the latest Firefox as in IE7..Still want that date with Gwen though ^^ Here is a screen how the site is displayed in the latest Firefox 2.0.0.5: Site in Firefox Hope it helps =) --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 19:44, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Yeh that is how it looks on mine also. -- Lemming64 19:47, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Could you please do a "force refresh" by holding down Ctrl and hitting F5? Let me know if the visual glitches remain. Thanks! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 21:40, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Seems to working here. Great job! thanks! :) -- Lemming64 21:43, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I miss the "new" thingy and quick-link to the updates page, but I really love the design. And the trailer :) - anja  [[Image:User Anja Astor sig icon.png|talk]] 21:44, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * great thx Gaile =)) showing nicely now --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 21:46, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * For those complaining about Firefox, clear your browser cache and it should look fine. (Edit: Yep, I love reading that Gaile already mentioned this right after I saved the page =P Sorry!) - Thulsey  [[Image:User Thulsey good.gif|Zheng]] - talk 01:27, 20 July 2007 (UTC)
 * While the overhaul was really nice, I'm with Anja here. Not having an obvious link to the game updates and network news makes it rather troublesome. -- ab.er. rant [[Image:User Ab.er.rant Sig.png|sig]] 02:59, 20 July 2007 (UTC)
 * The link to the European English site is now missing from the NA English site too. Capcom 16:00, 20 July 2007 (UTC)
 * That's right - there is lack of the very useful Quick Links, but... I enjoy the new appearance (and the trailer as well :) ). If you could add something like Quick Links (or just a page with the updates) again, I'd be very grateful :) . MonkOfWar 16:13, 20 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Just wanted to let you guys know the trailer was absolutely awesome, though i don't wanna watch it to much -> i'm afraid of spoilers LOL :) -- Pulse 01:00 21 July 2007 (UTC)

Bring back the game updates quick-link! lol Counciler 23:00, 21 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I sent another email last night -- I so agree that we need the Hot Links back. I love the new design, but I'm very much advocating for the Hot Links because right now, it's difficult to find things, and we really want some content to be accessible to you without digging, just a quick-n-easy click of the fast-link. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 18:57, 22 July 2007 (UTC)

Party Window Changes
-removed- Counciler 02:07, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Counciler I've noticed you using Gaile's talk page as a requests/suggestions soapbox for a while now, please don't user her talk page for that, Gaile's talk page is for "... casual discussions and chit-chat" If you want to bring up a bug or want to discuss the update use the talk page of the actual update. -- Scourge  [[Image:User Scourge Spade.gif]] 02:15, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Hahahaa, is that why Scourge kept accidentally pressing it yesterday eh? - B e X  [[Image:User BeXoR sig.gif|iawtc]] 04:02, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I was actually starting a casual discussion on how funny it was. Still, I would rather not get into a flame war with you or anybody else here. Question to Gaile removed. Counciler 06:15, 19 July 2007 (UTC)

Goren is Married!?
Thought you might appreciate my theory. Tell me if it's right :P. User:Eloc Jcg-- §  Eloc   §  07:01, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Feels a little farfetched actually :P but it would be funny no doubt. -ArcticWind [[Image:User_ArcticWind_Sig.png|User:ArcticWind]] 11:33, 19 July 2007 (UTC)

If you have time
Could you take a look at this. - B e X   03:43, 21 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Yes, I did, and responded. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 02:08, 22 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Thank you again. :) - B e X  [[Image:User BeXoR sig.gif|iawtc]] 04:16, 23 July 2007 (UTC)

Music
Loving the new music on the loading screen plus the background, i always loved the prophecies music and hoping to hear more of the new Gw:En tracks. i watched an E3 video saying that if you are heavly outnumbered the music will react to this and basicly tell you to flee, awesome job gw team Sneaky Take a Bow
 * I think you'll really enjoy the music, as you have in the past. Jeremy Soule is a gifted composer (and a really nice guy!) and we're blessed to have his compositions in Guild Wars. (There's this one piece, in Kryta, where I go into the game just to listen to the score, and I let it play over and over again. Heavenly! :) ) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 18:55, 22 July 2007 (UTC)

New Community Project: Trivia!
As I mentioned on my User Page, we're looking for a lot of cool trivia questions (and answers) for PAX and other events that take place this summer and fall. You can read about it in the latest message on my user page, but in short, we seek approachable (not too difficult) questions for fan and trade shows. If you'd like to help, send your ideas to contests@arena.net. Don't post them here, because then they won't be a surprise. ;) Thanks for helping out! --Gaile 22:13, 19 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok, you guys: Pony up the trivia! (And thanks to you who have! But honestly, we need more!) :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 03:30, 24 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Gaile, are you still looking for Trivia? I know my guild leader (the guy who organised the Guild holiday) submitted a lot of stuff that we helped come up with, but do you need even more? Maestro Ed 19:34, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

That's funny, I missed this request somehow. I've had a riddles page up on this site for some time now. Take a look HERE and let me know if this is the kind of stuff you are looking for. If so I can make plenty more. When do you need them by and how many would you like? Any other limits or restrictions or even themes would be nice to help us make them appropriate too! --  Vallen Frostweaver  13:30, 15 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Hi, Vallen, Love the riddles! What I'm looking for it much simpler, really: Just trivia questions, and not terribly difficult ones: Who was Prince Rurik's father? What is the capital of Kryta? To whose wife do you carry a message in Prophecies? What is the unusual reward for Double Dog Dare? That sort of thing. Do you think you could help? I'd really love the assistance! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 16:08, 15 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Do you still need more? I thought PAX had already come and gone.[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 17:03, 15 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I need TONS more, yes! I don't want hard questions -- this isn't a Brain Twister event. It's fun, casual, and I don't even know if I'll be able to make myself heard. ;) So yes, the most trivia, the better, in the style and simplicity of the ones I've mentioned above. Thanks! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 17:40, 19 August 2007 (UTC)
 * So what about like the trivia question game in #gwpickup ? It gives a skill description, and you have to guess the skill. Lots of fun on that one!  Or do you want questions like you gave for the Royal Ascalon Ball, lore releated questions?  Or you could go even crazier and do GW history with questions like "What was the maximum number of Refund Points you could hold?"  Lots of possibilites here! Obie Quiet 18:03, 19 August 2007 (UTC)

Cutscenes
Hey Gaile not sure who to ask about this, but I was curious if there was a way to watch all of the cutscenes from all the campaigns after you did the missions and what not. I know in Factions there are some people you can talk to and they will replay them but not sure about Prophecies. If you can give me an answer that would be great. -- Sktbrd341 21:44, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I do not know that there is a means to do that. I'm almost positive there is not in Prophecies, but I asked around here because I thought maybe it existed in Realm of Torment within Nightfall. However I'm thinking not, now. I'm sure if someone has figured out that such a function exists, he or she will let you know. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 22:48, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks, I was curious because some of the cutscenes in missions I had skipped, and I would of liked to go and watch all of them again to refresh my memory on what happened in the stories. -- Sktbrd341 22:51, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * AFAIK, those NPCs in Factions and Nightfall only replay the pre-mission cinematic, not the post-mission one. So, you are still missing out on half of them. --Valshia 23:04, 26 July 2007 (UTC)

:D
Poor marmosets! - B e X   12:46, 25 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Omg xD poke | talk 13:28, 25 July 2007 (UTC)
 * lol--Bane of Worlds 13:38, 25 July 2007 (UTC)

EotN music (current login music)
Can we download this music? It is very excellent. B LASTED T 00:00, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * It'll probably be on the GWEN soundtrack once it's released on DirectSong. — [[Image:User_Kyrasantae_Fin_sig.gif]] kyrasantae  01:53, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * AS far as I know, ANET does not own the music. Jeremy Soule does. You would be better off doing what Kyrasantae said and getting it from direct song. Counciler 04:40, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * I am waiting with bated breath to see DirectSong's offer of the soundtrack. I have all the others, and I'm a huge Jeremy Soule fan! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 06:12, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Is EotN going to have a redemption code or music is going to be available as soundtracks through DirectSong alone. I'm asking because i can't make purchases through directsong (stupid paypal). Here's a thought maybe Anet would allow people to buy the music at a higher price through there in game store, they would get a redemption code through the email and use that on the directsong website to get the soundtracks. --Phoenix [[Image:Phoenix-sig.png]] 09:23, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * You know... This track has reminded me The Music from my beloved game - Icewind Dale (Soule composed music for IWD1, it sounds quite similarly :) ; IWD2 had music created by Inon Zur and I enjoy it, too). I have been waiting for GWEN because of dungeons, epic story and, especially, it's winter climate (I love this season and Shiverpeaks ;) ) and I have wondered - what about the music?! Will it be as epic and monumental as it should be?! Now it seems, that it IS. Thanks, ANet, thanks, Jeremy Soule :D ! MonkOfWar 12:46, 26 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Phoenix -- I don't know the details of how to acquire the soundtrack. I am sure that info would be best obtained through DirectSong, but if I get any new info, I will post it.
 * Thank you for the comments, MonkOfWar. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 21:21, 29 July 2007 (UTC)

Dear Gaile
My minipets are bigger than your minipets. My ranger shoots farther. My dad can beat up your dad. I have a longer shadow than you. :O

Haha, just kidding. I dont know why I posted this, but since this place is for "general chit-chat" I don't see a reason not to! Hope you're having a better time now that the raging idiots have calmed down about the darn Bonus Mission Pack. Hehe, much love to ya Gaile, keep up the good work. Counciler 14:40, 30 July 2007 (UTC)
 * Hey Counciler, My grandmother says youre a n00b at guild wars ;) nah jk :P -ArcticWind [[Image:User_ArcticWind_Sig.png|User:ArcticWind]] 17:56, 30 July 2007 (UTC)
 * lolzor [[Image:User_Teo_Sig_Icon.JPG]] Teo 21:50, 30 July 2007 (UTC)

Did I and others on this wiki just get labeled a "raging idiot" for ranting about the way the BMP is obtained? I personally am not offended in any way, but I think being a little careful with the wording would be more prudent ;) -- ab.er. rant  02:03, 31 July 2007 (UTC)
 * No! Not at all! I meant that people who post on guru saying "OMG tihs sux anet phailz!". I find that beyond annoying, so I'm sure Gaile does too, yet she sticks to her job and responds in a friendly and formal fashion. Those who express their dislike or disagreement with the policies of ArenaNet with clear, concise typing; without flying off the handle, and including legitimate or valid reasons on why they think said policy is bogus: THOSE people are perfectly fine. Counciler 01:15, 1 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, for the most part I do try to keep a friendly and formal tone, but I admit that occasionally I might respond with a firm answer. And of course once in a great while during a visit I hit the mute command. It's not often, because I really want to communicate in both directions, but occasionally, someone taking a little "verbal time out" is a good thing for everyone involved. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 04:57, 4 August 2007 (UTC)

Chit Chat ;)
Gaile: What is your favorite moment in GW where you just sat back and said "wow?" What is your favorite part of GW that you feel you had a hand in making part of the game? What is your favorite GW mystery that you hope is explained someday? --Ravious 15:33, 31 July 2007 (UTC) :One favourite game moment? You're joking! Let me ponder on that one for a bit...


 * Favourite game design idea I had a hand in? You guys realize that I don't, you know, design the missions, or code the AI, right? I mean... Oh, wait, I know! The birthday gifts!
 * I sat for a couple of hours before I got up the nerve to approach the design room, and Mike O'Brien, but finally I couldn't stand it--the idea was simply too delicious for me to self-squelch.
 * April 25, 2006:
 * Me: Mike, I know you're really busy and the game comes out in three days, but I just realized we could do this really, really, really cool thing for the players who have been with us since Prophecies released.
 * Mike, ever patient: Oh, yeah, what's that?
 * Me: Birthday gifts! When your character turns 1 year old -- and we have a lot of that happening this week -- you get a gift.
 * Mike: What sort of gift?
 * Me: I dunno, a party hat, a birthday cake, a special ... thingie of some sort! You guys'll figure it out, just this really cool present, some kind of "thank you," and a sign of veterancy!
 * Mike reaches over for a pencil and, surprisingly, does not chuck it at me (did I mention it was a really busy time?) but instead scribbles down a note.
 * Ok, thanks, Gaile.
 * *pause*
 * Me: So we can do it? *resists the "Can we, can we, huh, can we?" dance*
 * Mike: We might be able to do something. It sounds like a good idea. I'll have to see what the designers can come up with.
 * Me: *beams*
 * And there you have it, a "mini-moment" *nudge* in Guild Wars history. Oh, and believe me, I'm not claiming all that many good ideas; it's all about the designers, really, who seem to have an amazing font of endless creativity. But you did ask, and that one did come to mind, and I do think it turned out rather nicely. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 03:21, 2 August 2007 (UTC)
 * So, i guess we have you (in part) to thank for the wonderful Birthday Presents![[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 17:15, 2 August 2007 (UTC)
 * That's pretty cool. I know you don't code, but still you are a bearer of ideas sometimes, and especially with all the ones you see from the community.  You started something that got its own monument!  Can't wait to see what you put for the other two questions. --Ravious 15:45, 3 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I used to be upset it was a character birthday and not an account birthday as I deleted all my original characters and made new ones when factions came out, which caused me to not have a present until a good long while after I had started playing the game but this nice little story makes me realise how lucky we were to even have birthday presents at all and how close we came to not having them! Nice idea Gaile! It also perhaps hints why you like mini pets so much :P then again, what's not to love?Dancing Gnome 22:08, 4 August 2007 (UTC)

A mailing Question
Hey Gaile, I have a question for you: My guild and me went on a vacation for the second year in a row (last year it was Portugal, this year it was England). Now I have written a diary about that and I sent it to the community email address of Guildwars. Before I pressed 'send' I highlighted the option to notify me when the mail was delivered. Now the diary itself was made in a word document and added as an attachment, I sent it but didn't get a notification it arrived. My question is, can you open op word attachments in mails? and can we get delivery notifications? or is security on the Arenanet mails so high everything gets blocked? If so I will have to think of another way to share that diary with you guys ^^. Thank you for your time and I hope PAX will be a blast! -- (Tribina / talk) 08:11, 3 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Hi, Trib. Yes, I did receive the diary and I found it delightful! I envy you your time together, and the Lake District is one of my favourite parts of the world. I'm glad to see that the steady rain didn't dampen your spirits, nor the "morning lag." :D Thank you for sending the diary, and I look forward to seeing another one next year! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 15:58, 3 August 2007 (UTC)

Happy Birthday, Gaile!
Ave!

According to this page, THAT DAY comes tomorrow! Hell, it's about time... to wish you all the best, both in a private life and in your work! First of all, I hope you'll never be forced to eat cold and tough shrimp fajitas again (whatever it is ;) ). May all your dreams come true! For example, I cross my fingers about your success in earning "Sweet & L33t Tooth of Doom & Pwnage" title and collecting all mini pets that are available (and unavailable, too)! ;)

And, granting that I am allowed to be an envoy of the Polish Guild Wars Community (and Guild Wars Poland Team, that I am member of), please accept sincerest wishes from us all! Hopefully you'll never leave your job (as the retirement is only for weaklings, or even n00bs - just look at the old men from The Rolling Stones or Iron Maiden)! Just kidding, of course :P !

MonkOfWar 14:14, 8 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Biirrrthday?


 * [[Image:User Elviondale Note.gif]]This is your birthday song
 * It isn't very long.[[Image:User Elviondale Note.gif]]
 * - elviondale (tahlk) 16:01, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * And now for something completely random: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJFEyjfoTuM  HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GAILE! --Ravious 16:11, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * If that day is tomorrow, why are you congratulating already? poke | talk 16:12, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Cus if I were her, I would be forgetting about my job on my birthday including checking this here wiki. But, if she does work, I hope at least the Frog makes her some cookies or cake tomorrow! --Ravious 16:27, 8 August 2007 (UTC)

Happy Birthday Gaile. :) It's officially the 9th here already! Hope you have a better day than yesterday and have some time to relax! - B e X   16:12, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * yay happy birthday gaile! [[Image:Birthday Cupcake.png]] :D -- Alien [[Image:User Alien Sig.png]] 16:14, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * PST is UTC-7 - so I will wait :P poke | talk 16:17, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Man! You people beat me to it! I was GOING to post on her Birthday, but, since SOME people just can't wait... j/k Happy Birthday Gaile![[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 16:34, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy birthday to you!
 * Happy birthday to you!
 * You play as a ranger!
 * And ya smell like one too!
 * Happy Birthday, Gaile! Oh, and I imagine rangers smell good with all their flowers in their hair and such. At any rate, here ya go: [[Image:Birthday Cupcake.png]] Counciler 18:26, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy Birthday Gaile Killer Revan 19:18, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy 19th *wink* =) Biz 19:56, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Hey Gaile, if you would have lived in Belgium, it would have been your B-day already =). Guildie Evil Geek (former site manager of gameamp fansite) came up with the idea of making a birthday card for you. And we involved as many guild members as possible. He came up with the idea to all dye our sets in purple, because we know you like that color a lot! So happy B-day from Mutants Guild!! [[Image:Birthday Cupcake.png]] and please check out your Birthday Card. Enjoy your day and I hope you have lots of nice present ^^ --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 22:48, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy Birthday Gaile! Nbajammer 22:53, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy birthday Gaile, or as we say in sweden: Grattis på födelsedagen! [[Image:User_Teo_Sig_Icon.JPG]] ^,.,^ 22:57, 8 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy day of Joining the human race, Gaile! :3 -BuG-


 * Many,many happy returns! Hope those bosses drop some nice greens for you today, have a great day and fantastic new year ahead! --Evil Geek 23:18, 8 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Happy Birthday Gaile and I hope you have another great year. On your Birthday you should eat sweets (ingame and outgame) so you can get that Legendary Sweety title. :) Natalie Black [[Image:User_NatalieBlack_sig.jpg| ]] 00:35, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I didn't know :) But happy birthday from me too! :) Or shall I say: 生日快乐 ;) -- ab.er. rant [[Image:User Ab.er.rant Sig.png|sig]] 02:39, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I really love birthdays! Birthdays are those special times when we get to mark off our calendar and treat ourselves a little bit special. Hope it's a good one! I'll join Ab and give you a traditional 生日快樂 :D -  Thulsey  [[Image:User Thulsey good.gif|Zheng]] - talk 04:12, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * We love u Gaile! Happy birthday ! :D -- Grethort [[Image:User Gret Chii.jpg]] 04:51, 9 August 2007 (UTC)

Ditto what everyone else has already said, hehe. -- Jioruji Derako.> 06:43, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Ok, NOW it is her birthday - Happy Birthday, Gaile! :) poke | talk 07:02, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy Birthday Gaile, hope you enjoyed the birthday card from Mu-Tants :). Have a great day, hope you get alot of presents and phone calls! And keep up your great work :D Elder 07:05, 9 August 2007 (UTC)

Happy b-day gaile :D DazUltra 08:11, 9 August 2007 (UTC)DazUltra


 * Happy BDay Gaile! Gondor 08:16, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Happy birthday :) - anja  [[Image:User Anja Astor sig icon.png|talk]] 09:00, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! ~ Kurd [[Image:User Kurd sig.png]] 09:03, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy Happy Birthday!! [[Image:Red Iris Flower.png]] :3 Enar 09:14, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * [[Image:Birthday Present.png]] -- Gordon Ecker 09:47, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Happy birthday Gaile!:D (My birthday date is pretty close to yours, 13 August:)-- Mepp 12:27, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Happy Birthday, Gaile! [[Image:Diamond.png]] --Bane of Worlds 12:47, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Happy birthday, Gaile! Here's to hoping you continue gaming for more 108 (or was it 109?) years :D Erasculio 13:13, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy Birthday Gaile! Have a super day. I hope they didn't make you work! -- Lemming [[Image:User Lemming64 sigicon.png]] 13:20, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Jeez, it's only 7:30 where we are (I'm PST as well) and your fans just can't stop. Happy birthday! Armond 14:34, 9 August 2007 (UTC)

{ri]]Awwww, thanks, guys, this is very sweet! And nice presents, too, how very kind of you. I definitely have the best decorated discussion page on the wiki! *beams* --Gaile  19:38, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Happy Birthday gaile!(i'd leave a sexy Birthday-related icon but i don't know how xD) Kypp Duron 21:12, 9 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Ya this is a very colorful page. We were missing cake for your Birthday so I brought some. Enjoy Gaile! :) [[Image:Mandragor_Root_Cake.png]] Natalie Black [[Image:User_NatalieBlack_sig.jpg| ]] 22:19, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Here's my gift.. too bad they're only 4.5k now [[Image:Mursaat Token.png]] :D - elviondale (tahlk) 22:33, 9 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Aaaah naughty scammer! I think she meant this: [[Image:Glob of Ectoplasm.png]] :P - B e X  [[Image:User BeXoR sig.gif|iawtc]] 01:06, 10 August 2007 (UTC)


 * *shocked* I had no idea someone would try a scam on my page. It's a good thing I don't report you to the GWW Scam Patrol, 'cause they'll toss you into the pokey for that sort of thing! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 01:27, 10 August 2007 (UTC)


 * Aaah, not the pokey! D: - B e X  [[Image:User BeXoR sig.gif|iawtc]] 01:59, 10 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I did get you a present [[Image:Broken Flute.png]] but it got broken in the mail :/ -- Lemming [[Image:User Lemming64 sigicon.png]] 02:00, 10 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Dang, Lemming -- I had that same thing happen to me, too. Who knew flutes were so breakable!? I do appreciate the thought, though. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 04:59, 11 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Pokey? I'm sooo not going to ask. Counciler 02:55, 10 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Too bad, because you're getting the answer anyway :D ... it's slang for jail. -- Gordon Ecker 03:26, 10 August 2007 (UTC)


 * I'm not one for the pokey... I'm not a she either. Makes things 10x worse. - elviondale  (tahlk) 03:30, 10 August 2007 (UTC)

OMG I missed Gaile's birthday. *Sneaks in late* Happy birthday, Gaile! :D Is it 109 years now? :p  Buttermilk  00:00, 12 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks, Buttermilk. Fortunately, I saved you a slice of cake. Chocolate, or vanilla? --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 22:02, 12 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh oh! I want chocolate! InfestedHydralisk  [[image:Shadow_Prison.jpg|19px]] 23:05, 12 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I'm sorry, but, VANILLA FTW!!![[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 02:05, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh, I think vanilla will go nicely with buttermilk and honey =D [[Image:User Buttermilk Buttermilksig.png]] Buttermilk  17:51, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

Seasons and Regions
So here's something I want to check with you guys: If it's January in North America, or Europe, or Asia, it's considered winter. But in Australia, or The Philippines, or New Zealand, that's really "summer" in climate. Is January called "winter" there or "summer?" Conversely, is August "summer" or "winter?" Thanks for the help with expanding my knowledge of geography and climate and such. :) --Gaile 23:39, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Uuuuuuum? Thanks for making my head hurt! If you are asking this question because you may or may not want climate changes in GW, just change it per-server. =D[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 23:49, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Over there in january they call it Summer. They have christmas day in the middle of summer and i know people that spent last christmas day on the beach. =D -- ChronicinabilitY [[Image:User Chronicinability Spiteful_Spirit.jpg|18px]] 23:51, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Yep, its Winter here atm (Australia), and January will be summer. --Indecision 00:06, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * My brother had to scrape the ice from his windscreen this morning. Right now is most definitely winter. Summer is that nice time at the end of the year with all of those public holidays, the beach, warm sunlight, and maybe a family barbecue. -- Dashface [[Image:User_Dashface.png]] 00:35, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Just so you can get a confirmation, I'm here on the East Coast, USA, and it's "summer" here. -- Jioruji Derako.> 01:16, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks, friends. I spoke with Bex, as well, and learned that it is indeed winter in Australia now. I knew it seemed to be winter, but I didn't know if it was actually called winter, you see? Thanks again for the education! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:28, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Actually... it depends as well of your proximity to the tropics or the equator line as well of course. It's the "cold season" here in New Caledonia (as well as in the tropical regions of Oceania, Australia, Africa & South America), temperature never really drop under 15°C. Further South (eg : Southern Australia, New Zealand) it's really the Winter as you know it in Europe and the States with such things as snow (some friends of mine usually go skiing in New Zealand in September). On the other end of the year it's the "hot season" in January when temperature never really go above 34°C (we never experience the kind of heatwave that happen sometimes in Europe for exemple). And there are no real intermediate seasons as well (the things you call Spring and Autumn). Anyway I cannot imagine Christmas or New Year's Eve without a hot (but not always sunny) day at the beach... some friends from France consider this kind of things... weird, from their point of view ;) Jaxom 06:58, 14 August 2007 (UTC)

Paris Trip
Congratulations on your trip to Paris! I've always liked going to new places. Parisis one that i have yet to see, but I am happy to hear that an acquaintance of mine (or at least someone I have had a small amount of contact with [you]) is going. Congratulations, again, and have a nice trip!Blackie ewilson92 00:35, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * and while I'm thinking about it: I'd really like a "/thanks" emote in-game. =D[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 00:37, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * w00t Paris, that's only like 3-4 hour drive from my place =) I can't wait to see more details about it, and I hope the entire Arenanet crew is going ;-) I would love to go there as well =) --[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 05:34, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

Hi, I took the liberty to put your request for information about tourist attractions in Paris on a French GW forum. Hopefully the news will be spred around in the rest of the French community and some people may want to share their suggestions with you. Jaxom 06:44, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh, lovely! That's very nice of you, and I would greatly appreciate the suggestions. Merci! <-- practicing. ;)  --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 08:58, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * You already named the most famous places in Paris (Tour Eiffel, Arc de Triomphe/Champs Elysées, Notre Dame de Paris & Le Louvre). Maybe you could also go to the "Moulin Rouge" (and there, you'll be about 5 minutes away from my home :-) Chriskang 10:08, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Congrats, Gaile! If you are going to Paris, some of the (relatively) less known places to see are the Musée d'Orsay] (it's beautiful - it's the one with the Rodin sculptures, including the famous "Gates of Hell" one) and Basilique du Sacré Coeur - regardless of personnal faith it's a very beautiful church, and it's on an elevation, so you have a nice view of Paris when up there. Try to find a map with Paris' metro system, it's the easiest and fastest way to move around the city. And the last time I was there (which was some years ago), I was told that speaking English only was not a problem, but that some of the local citzens were happier if you tried to speak French first, and then resorted to English if it didn't work. Have a nice trip, it is a beautiful city : D Erasculio 13:38, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I have heard of the Basilique -- I believe that would be "Church of the Sacred Heart" in English, and even to someone from far away, it is very famous. In addition to castles, I love visiting churches of all faiths. In fact, I make frequent trips that I call my "Castles and Cathedrals" tours, so this sounds very good to me! Merci beaucoup! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:51, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * You may find info about the Paris metro system at the RATP web site (RATP is the compagny that operates public transportation in town). The metro map is available (in French) here. Jaxom 19:41, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * That's a great map, thank you! It's just marvelous to read it -- all those historical names, wonderful places... *sigh* I cannot tell you how excited I am about this opportunity! Best of all will be meeting the French Guild Wars players, of course, and probably players from other countries, too. There's nothing better than spending time with the people who love the game as much as I do! :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:51, 14 August 2007 (UTC)

Hello Gaile :) I hope you really enjoy your Paris trip and I wish I was going as well but if wishes were fishes.... I noticed you say you are a castle nut, if so you should come to Northumberland in England to see some truly beautiful castles. Lando 13th August 2007 08:00 BST
 * That I should! The only I've visited that comes to mind is Lindisfarne Castle, which I thought was just great. But there are a wealth in that area -- a veritable treasure trove! -- that I have yet to explore. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 08:58, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

Hi Gaile :) You should really go see the Musée Rodin in Paris, it's really awesome ~ Emp 10:56, 13 August 2007 (UTC)


 * I've totally got to second that motion, it's an awesome museum. --Indecision 11:58, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Ah, yes, that "Thinker" guy. ;) I believe I've seen Rodin's work at the Gettysburg Battlefield in Virginia. The museum looks great -- I shall add it to my list! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:51, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Might I suggest moving this discussion to "/congrats (emote joke)"? These 2 are the exact same topic :P[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 12:10, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I'm thinking this Paris trip might produce ideas for beyond Eye of the North. That possible 4th campaign or a GW2 influence?  - elviondale  (tahlk) 14:47, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * You never know! ;) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:51, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Are you the only one of Arenanet who is going to Paris? Or will we have a chance to meet a whole bunch of the Arenanet crew there? /excited ^^--[[Image:User_Tribina_Mulogo.jpg]] (Tribina / talk) 14:52, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * There are only two of us going from ArenaNet: Myself, and Isaiah Cartwright. This will be the third fan show that Izzy and I have been to: First the Taipai Games Show in Taiwan (February 2006); Games Convention (August 2006); and now the Festival du Jeu Video (September 2007). Oh, and come to think of it, I've been to four PAXs and 9 E3s as well. I really enjoy the gaming shows -- the energy and the excitement is incredible! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:51, 14 August 2007 (UTC)	+

I'm thinking I need to visit someplace, or some places, directly connected with art and music. I'm a huge fan of French Impressionism -- so wonderful, so very "Français" in my mind. I love the art (Renoir, Monet, Degas, etc) and the music (Debussy, Saint-Saëns, etc.). So I have to figure out how to include an homage to the Gods of Impressionism in my trip. :) --Gaile 05:51, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * That's quite easy: Musée d'Orsay has A LOT of those paintings. I would also recommend Catacombs of Paris. And if you are interested in a nice French restaurant, go here: Le Bistrot de Paris, 33 rue de Lille 75007 PARIS, tel : 01 42 61 15 84 (close to Musée d'Orsay in the Quartier Latin). -- [[Image:User Corrran sig.png|CoRrRan]] (CoRrRan / talk) 14:39, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * The Musée d'Orsay web site, see the Collections subsection for an overview, guided tour and an history of the Museum (was a train station built for the 1900 universal expo). Jaxom 00:06, 15 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I have forgotten the fascinating Paris Catacombs! I think I need to stay another month. ;)
 * I do consider this a very kind and generous "public service" by those of you in France, or familiar with French sights to see, so I hope you'll continue to add your thoughts! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 00:35, 20 August 2007 (UTC)

Auction house - real or unreal
Hi Gaile - i would talk about "Auction houses" (i hope it's my first and last time coz this is sometimes spamming-question) - accordin to [this review] : ''James Phinney: We are constantly working on adding features to the game, and both Observer Mode and an Auction House are high on our priority list. I can't announce specific dates, but of the two, players should expect to see Observer Mode implemented first. - August 25, 2005(wow?)''

Is there any progress? Or IS there anyone works about that - this review was long time ago and only observer mode has seen daylight. There will be 4(FOUR) campanings and a lot of items. Thanks in advice for anserws. (I know i would post my suggestions on forum-topic in suggestions thread but this is only questions :) ) -- Grethort 05:46, 13 August 2007 (UTC)


 * I believe that what took place -- and we've spoken of this before, actually -- was that we learned that adding the auction house would be much more complex than originally thought. This is because of the way the game is designed and programmed. So yes, back in 2005 we were thinking auction houses would be implemented, but at this time, as you know, we have no such plans for Guild Wars, not because we don't want to do it but because it's just really not possible. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 08:53, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Until that day comes, I guess we'll have to settle for Guild Wars Guru. =D[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 12:13, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

Skin
Hi Gaile! I hope things are going great for you. Just wanted to ask you(and others) what you think of a skin I'm working on for my ele's armor! Image:User_Lou-Saydus_Ascalonian_Royal_Iso.jpg

This is NOT real armor in the game, nor is it from EotN. This is my own personal skinning I've done. Thanks for all the feedback. For those who are interested, there are more pics in my Sandbox! :D --Lou-Saydus 02:38, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Nice! You are a very talented Character Artist! That is just the kind of thing I WISH I could do. [[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 03:23, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * It's very nice. But do you think you could put a link to where the image is stored, rather than place the image itself on my discussion page? You see, this page get full very often, and because I have so many archive sections, I'd really prefer not to archive large images, which I'm sure you'd understand and agree with. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:25, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Linking to it using [[image:name| thumb]] coding also would work to make it nice an' small. :D
 * Just curious, what sort of program do you use to create skins like that? It looks like a lot of fun to mess around with... -- Jioruji Derako.> 05:30, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * >< sry Gaile, I didn't think about that. I used photoshop Jioruji :P Thanks for replying everyone! Updated the pics btw :D --Lou-Saydus[[image:User Lou-Saydus Hail Storm.jpg|19px]] 05:37, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks for setting that into the other page, and again, very nice work. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:55, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Photoshop eh? But how did you apply the skin? Or did you use Photoshop to edit still screencaptures of the character? I'm pretty experienced with Photoshop myself, but the latter option would be ungodly difficult, I would think... -- Jioruji Derako.> 05:59, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
 * TexMod, see Guide to modifying in-game graphics poke | talk 08:08, 14 August 2007 (UTC)

Ugh
Was just browsing some Guru posts... I know the posters probably won't, but I'd like to apologize to you for all the crap you've had to take there. Armond 16:10, 16 August 2007 (UTC)
 * That's very kind of you, and thanks! The regrettable fact is, a few people will have a "Shoot the Messenger" mentality on a forum or will mistakenly conclude that, if no information is forthcoming, it's because "someone" is blocking the information flow in one direction or the other. ;) Both of which I don't take personally, but both are inaccurate. I mean, obviously, it's not the case that I'd block info, when I love sharing information and pretty much drive the rest of the team crazy asking to make more updates! When we don't provide info, it's for one of a few reasons. For instance, we may not have final information yet, or we may need to time the release for design reasons or even for sales or marketing reasons. Sometimes we're reading forums to determine player input, and we don't want to make an official statement that might influence the discussion. Sometimes -- like when we were preparing reconnects or expanded storage -- we want to keep the release of the new game element as a wonderful surprise for players. But when we can talk about things, we do, and with as much details as we can provide and as early as we feel it is prudent to do so. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 17:54, 17 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Of course you're right - everything you've said is why you're the one with your job ;) And unfortunately, a few people deciding to shoot the messenger will begin to shoot said messenger, and then a bunch of other people will jump on the bandwagon - not because they think shooting the messenger is right, necessarily, but because it's something to do and because it's something other people are doing. I've seen it happen a lot (and it's happened to me once), and I never like it. Armond 01:35, 18 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Ya some people get mad at the bridge between Anet and us and yet Gaile has no control of some of the things that they cut her down with. I know that you love to give us some info. If you can't give info but you know the info then you should sleep type or something. :) Natalie Black [[Image:User_NatalieBlack_sig.jpg| ]] 01:55, 18 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Agreed that there are some instances where an update causes anger and frustration among a few users, who obviously want to be heard and will go through great lenghts, for example, like registering at all the fansite forums and the wiki and posting basically the same angst on all of them, but with different user names to make it look like they're not the only ones complaining about their issues. They just don't realize that they are completely spoiled, and basically, they get ignored, as they should be. The Anet team, as far as listening to us, are among the best in the world at doing that. They take time out of their day to give players as much info as possible, which is something many developers don't even do.  The fact that Gaile is doing her best to at least get some info(even a wee bit of the top secret stuff,) makes me glad to be here, listening to and absorbing all the goodness that this exceptional team delivers. Because after all, their level of commitment to us is priceless, just like the game we play.  And for that, I am one of your top fans.  Keep up the good work! If you need ever need a Alpha Tester, send me a plane ticket, I'll be there in a few hours :P Laura Brinklow [[Image:User Laura Brinklow Sig.png|LB]] 02:48, 18 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Thanks for your kind thoughts; they mean a lot to me. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:54, 20 August 2007 (UTC)

Sweet tooth idea
Considering how much you love sweeties Gaile I thought you might be interested in the idea on the talk page Talk:Sweet Tooth here. :) -- Lemming 18:49, 22 August 2007 (UTC)

New Deity Idea
I think the art team should add another new deity to Guild Wars. Well, rather, goddess. I think that the new demi-goddess, Graigayle should be added as the official liaison between the other gods and the mortals. There can be a new divine realm where you can fight off an evil race called the Stob that speak in binary and try to farm you. And at the end of the realm, after you have destroyed all the bot-- err, I mean Stob, a large conga line of frogs form to dance around you. Just a thought. Counciler 09:26, 22 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I'm speechless with the brilliance of this idea!
 * Well, the dancing frogs part, anyway. ;) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:22, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh yeah, I'm a shameless brown-noser. Now how about access to your dungeon testing skills for yours truly? You know you want to! Counciler 08:12, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Yes, by all means, go for it! Once word gets out that you give early access to players that are nice to you/make you laugh, then your page will be filled with nothing but complements and jokes! It'll be the best page on the wiki (just in case it wasn't already). -- Jioruji Derako.> 08:22, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Well I like that idea too, but I was actually wanting the test skills the devs use. :D Like the 999dmg skill? That would be fun. Counciler 09:00, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Would be nice if we got a special weekend for that... but that would be too awesome for anyone who was farming, exploring, vanquishing, and all those. It would have to be a "You be the Dev Weekend!" + "Game-wide three-day Rollback on Monday!" -- Jioruji Derako.> 09:18, 23 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Wow, thats actually a good idea. Although the rollback would damage players who didn't even 'use' the weekend. Counciler 00:45, 24 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Create a mini area for the weekend. Kinda like the FoW/UW areas.  Make them accessable by all games and dev skills are usable only when in those areas.  I would be willing to skip 1...2...3 weekend events to allow for preperation for this. ‽-(eronth)  I gi  ve up  01:04, 24 August 2007 (UTC)
 * And blessings from the Shrines of Graigayle would add to the Sweet Tooth title track. Like in the hundreds. For free. ^^ - Thulsey  [[Image:User Thulsey good.gif|Zheng]] - talk 01:42, 24 August 2007 (UTC)
 * No no, see you're party needs to catch (touch it at point blank range) the Avatar of Graigayle who has a 50% speed buff first to get the points. Seeing as how Graigayle's divine domain is that of Congas, Froggies and Useful Information.... this seems appropriate. Discuss. Counciler 05:35, 24 August 2007 (UTC)
 * That idea reaquires everyone have dash. Also, your team is going to have to outsmart and outmanuver Graigayle in order to win.  That would promote human teams, would it not? ‽-(eronth)  I gi  ve up  21:37, 24 August 2007 (UTC)

Thank You
Dear Gaile and The ArenaNet Team: I know that people mainly use this discussion area for complaints, suggestions, and errors they have found in the game. But, I would like to change that right now. After playing the GW:EN preview this weekend, and enjoying it thoroughly, I just want to say, "Thank You." Thank You for all of the work that you put in. Thank You for constantly keeping up to date with what we want when leaving things alone could be easier. But, most of all, Thank You for the experience that is Guild Wars. There is nothing more that I love to do when I am home than to sit down, crack-open a gallon of Ice Cream, and play Guild Wars. I know that I love this game, and I know I'm not the only one! *Keep up the good work!*Blackie ewilson92 22:59, 28 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I agree with everything there except for eating 1 gallon of icecream a night. Gaile this looks like a really good expansion and I am sad it may be the last. Thanks Anet for making one of my favorite games and thanks Gaile for being the best Community Relations person ever and giving us the inside info on all that Jeff and Mike try holding secret. -- Natalie Black [[Image:User_NatalieBlack_sig.jpg| ]] 23:30, 28 August 2007 (UTC)
 * +1 on agreement Gwen Blows all other three campaigns out of the water. If you have ANY Guild wars Campaign, get gwen! Otherwise your just wasting your character. ~ Zero rogue x 00:10, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I concur (it always sounds cooler when you say concur). This is a spectacular game, and you are doing a terrific job as the community representative. Keep up the good work everyone. --Broodling67 01:07, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I have to agree- the dungeons, monsters, and scenery just blew my mind. To not have the gfx cranked is a shame... By far some of the best graphics I've seen in a game as of late - elviondale  (tahlk) 01:35, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I may complain a lot, but it is only because I love this game so much. And instead of a job well done, you continue to improve it. Thank you very much. Nicky Silverstar 17:53, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I wanted to be sure to pass along a thanks from the whole team for the kind words in this thread. During the last few days, it was pretty hectic and busy around the offices, but we really appreciated knowing about your support and had your positive thoughts in our minds. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 06:16, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

Your signature Paw
I hope you don't mind, but i'm using your Paw image on my page to indicate my pet, if you say i should remove it, then i will. But i like purple...Estoldt 06:48, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Well, the pawprint was designed for my signature by Lord Biro. I don't know the etiquette of using someone's signature image for another purpose, because I'm still very much learning how things are done, and what's considered good, bad, and neutral on a wiki, in general, as well as this wiki in particular. I imagine if anyone has thoughts on this, they'll post them. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 07:21, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Having gotten confused more than once about your new sig, would you consider changing it up a bit more? Perhaps use a different colour for the pawprint? I do a lot of scanning to see if there are responses I should answer, and I'm thinking even with the overlay, the exact same colour, direction, and size makes the sigs a bit too similar, if you don't mind. Thanks. --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 20:40, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * I doubt you ever mistook my paw print for yours, but then again I drew mine from scratch and based it off the Purple Paw Print tattoo that I've had for years. Still, you were the first other person I'd come across who also used a purple paw print to identify with.  I've been using one with this specific shade of purple since long before I got the tattoo, but I always thought I was the only oddball doing so, guess not.  ;)  ~  [[Image:UserJKougar sig.gif|User:J.Kougar]]  J.Kougar  06:32, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Sure, i just saw your comment about my signature, I'll change that right away, I'll comment again when i change it. [[Image:User_Estoldt_Signature2.png]] e stoldt 14:36, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * There you go!! Baby black moa chick <3 [[Image:User_Estoldt_Signature2.png]] e stoldt 15:04, 4 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Perfect choice and super adorable, Estoldt! --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 17:56, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Pink Charr
Gaile, when I attended PAX I went to the history of guildwars thing and the designers mentioned some artwork of a big pink charr. Think you could somehow get ahold of this and post it on the web for all of us to see? :D -- Lord Raikage 02:49, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Oh, I don't know. That's sort of a company secret. ;) Ok, ok, I'll see if I can. If it's charr, it's Katy, so I'll give her a ping and see if we can roust up Pinkie.
 * Have you heard about Blue Boy, by the way? *ahem* --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 03:13, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * No that wasn't mentioned, maybe you could get a picture of him also :)-- Lord Raikage 03:22, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I hope there's also a black Charr with a bag of tricks. :D Capcom 05:40, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Actually, Lord Raikage, I was just engaging in a little harmless rumour mongering. Shameful, I know. I'll check, though. Some of the skales are decidedly blueish. ;) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 05:54, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Gaile you are such a meany >.< but i guess its my own fault for being so gullible Lord Raikage 06:23, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Hey Gaile do you just want to post the picture on my talk page? Or are you just going to post it around the web yourself? Lord Raikage 23:00, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Honestly? I don't see me posting anything until next week at the earliest. We're so very busy with... stuff... right now. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 02:17, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Awe, now I will have to wait. :( Thanks for getting the picture though :)-- Lord Raikage 03:13, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
 * And I have to tell you, this is super secret stuff having to do with Guild Wars 2, so I can't say anything more. But ok, ok, just to prevent rumours from getting started, the "Pink Charr" was an team member (Katy, by name -- an absolutely wonderful person and incredibly gifted artist) having way too much fun with colour variations. :D The Pink Charr wasn't a real concept that's likely to be implemented into the game. As soon as we're revealing GW2 art, I'll see if we can get the full range of images "out there" for you to see. You're gonna love this set! ;) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 18:21, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

Gaile, any chance you could talk the team into..
Talk:Title

- :)  Servant of Kali 20:35, 30 August 2007 (UTC)


 * /signed [[Image:User_Estoldt_Signature.png]] e stoldt 21:27, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
 * That's quite a humorous title.--Bane of Worlds 21:34, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Given how we already have titles that are little more than pure "click button x times" (Sweet thooth) having a real grind title would be fun. Of course the max level needs to be HIGH. --Xeeron 21:37, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
 * hehe
 * /signed....--Thor79•[[Image:User-thor79.png]]•Talk 02:22, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I added a note on the page. :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 17:05, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

Wow
What do you think about this??--(From the other wiki, Marcopolo47)
 * Old news, and the biggest load of garbage since the Rabanco truck hit reverse instead of drive, smacked into a wall, and unloaded a week's worth of refuse on some poor guy's parked Toyota.
 * By the way, did you know I'm an ex-employee of the IRS? Yeah, and while I was there, I worked with certain unnamed government officials to catch people using the nefarious Bubblegum Tax Scam. *rolls eyes* --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 23:49, 30 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Wow, nice imagery there, Gaile. lol. I figured as much, just wanted to confirm it with you though.--(From the other wiki, Marcopolo47)
 * For whatever its worth, it is in the Guildwiki Humor category of Guildwiki. Cloud 00:21, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I like that story about the bad garbage man driver. I found out when she worked in the IRS that she was involved with a case against Anet so Anet made her there staff so she would let out the secrets. (Nobody knows what she was trying to find out about them though) -- Natalie Black [[Image:User_NatalieBlack_sig.jpg| ]] 02:12, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Isn't it obvious?! It's the evil ninja monkeys! They're trying to keep them hidden, but WE know better, don't we!?!! Gaile, you can't keep them a secret much longer! I'm going to blow the whistle on the WHOLE operation!!!! Counciler 03:21, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Wow, it's funny how information can get distorted as it's passed from person to person. The monkeys are PIRATES, not ninja. We all know Gaile is in cahoots with pirates! Capcom 11:14, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * I thought they were Ninja Pirates, and Luxons are Pirates so these monkeys must be owned by Elder Rea. -- Natalie Black [[Image:User_NatalieBlack_sig.jpg| ]] 12:59, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Interesting connection. Perhaps the Ninja-pirate-monkeys are in cahoots with Gaile and Rhea to steel our swiss cheese and handkerchiefs? I think they are Gaile's personal army sent out to gather materials needed for her transformation to Graigayle. Makes sense... Counciler 20:10, 31 August 2007 (UTC)

Professionalism?
Mrs. Gray, is it professional of you to go in game as a GM and then take/accept items from players? From cart-pushers at Wal~Mart to the President of the United States, they don't don't take/accept items/gifts as it's far from a prefessional thing to do, especially for people in a position such as yours. (Side note: Most waiters take tips but then again their hourly pay is usually less than average to compensate.) Also, doesn't it also take away from actually earning those items by playing the game? ~ Sabastian 08:35, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * And who exactly is forcing people to give her stuff? Your analogy with President is also false, as you can give A LOT of stuff to the president if you want to. Actually, you're called to do so. The only thing is that you can't do it at a random time because it would be looked at as a bribe but you CAN give him at the time of (re)election. I mean, what are you gonna do, give minipet to Gaile and she's gonna give you GWEN in return? Oh please. I'd take everything too as a GM and I see no reason whatsoever not to. As a matter of fact, in ancient India (before muslims conquered it) when India was the most prosperous country in the world, it was popular to give money and resources to people in power out of gratitude. Not rulers alone, but also teachers etc. Not because you had to, but because you appreciated their work. And guess what, it worked for them, India had like what, 33% of world GDP at that time according to estimates. So, is there a rule why Gaile shouldn't be allowed to accept stuff? No. Is there a moral obligations? Not at all. People who have issue with this should ask themselves "why do I have a problem when people give money to someone out of gratitude and fondness" Servant of Kali 12:54, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Screw that shit, i'd take everything i get offered if i was a GM ~ Kurd [[Image:User Kurd sig.png]] 08:42, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Or you could just use GM hax and /spawn items when you need them. :O [[Image:User GD Defender sig.png]]| GD Defender  /  contribs 08:43, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * GMs cand spawn items...and it is a community relations char...so having items and titles, as well as minis cannot be a bad thing...my question...will Gaile be going for Drunkard or not? --The preceding unsigned comment was added by User:Killer Revan.
 * Like Killer Revan have stated, GMs cannot spawn gold or items and there is no harm in giving items to her as people can do what they want to do with their items. I think it would be best to max sweet tooth before Gaile even attempting Drunkard(this one may take even longer unless she does the shortcut trick to get those minutes in quicker).--Bane of Worlds 17:28, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * 'Cause having the community relations personal being labeled as drunkards is real professional. - [[Image:User HeWhoIsPale sig.PNG]] HeWhoIsPale 17:35, 31 August 2007 (UTC)
 * Funny but generally a bad label IRL to have but it is all a good fun. Drunkard is much different from Sweet tooth and takes significant time to even reach rank 1 so it may not happen.--Bane of Worlds 17:40, 31 August 2007 (UTC)

Thanks
No complaining or feature requests from me. Just an honest "thank you" for GW:EN. I'm loving every minute of it, especially the music, it's all wonderful and shiny. If you run into me in game, I'll buy you some sweets ;). 81.83.82.123 17:52, 31 August 2007 (UTC) (Sadric of Melnibone)
 * Thank You[[image:ranger-icon-small.png]]Blackie ewilson92 01:50, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
 * That's nice -- thanks for a smile-bringer! :) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 06:44, 1 September 2007 (UTC)

PAX typo?
So I was reading the Guild Wars news and I saw this from the PAX review: Question: What skill takes the longest to activate (hint: it's a Ranger skill)? ''Answer: Charm Animal (10 seconds). Wow that's a long time. Common answers to this question were Resurrection Chant and Resurrect which both take a long time, but not quite 10 seconds.'' I have to contend that with: Knock (Sorry about the guildwiki link, its not in GWW yet >.<) - elviondale  (tahlk) 19:21, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Drago thinks they meant a player-use skill. Not a monster or NPC skill. -[[Image:UserDrago-sig.gif]]  Drago  19:55, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * Player skill, and last time I checked, Rurik is not a Ranger. ;) --Gaile [[Image:User gaile_2.png| ]] 19:57, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * The question on the website just says skill... no "player" designation. And remember, guys aren't good with hints ^.^ Do I get a prize or something now? j/k - elviondale  (tahlk) 20:41, 3 September 2007 (UTC)
 * As a side note, the skill doesn't actually take that long, it's just given a nice 20 minute length so Rurick stands there being nice and vulnerable the whole time. If you can kill off every Charr and then get Rurick there, I believe it's a pretty quick activation, but I'll have to double check it when I decide to do that mission in HM :) Dargon 19:26, 4 September 2007 (UTC)

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