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I felt like I've been hit by a truck It was a mystery why there would be so many bugs related to zOMG, from trouble getting the orb count, to not being able to upgrade or salvage rings properly. As I made changes back and forth trying to make things work, I finally realized what was going on... The zOMG server code I was working with was a really old version before we introduced dark orbs and Lv 12 rings. I've heard that we had a hard drive failure once, and some of our code base was affected, but I never expected that it would affect the zOMG server code. gonk At this point, we might have lost about a year's worth of development code from zOMG... I feel sick to my stomach. Gonna work with the operations engineer to see if there's any trace of our newer code base, but I really don't know what to expect... There might be a chance that we could only bring back a version that is before we introduce Lv12 rings and the later areas. I don't want to think about the alternative. Just gonna see what happens tomorrow.

Posted by: Lanzer Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 10:38am

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Sagebomb
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 10:45am

Ouch, although Im sure many people will be happy with just the original zOMG.

I did never manage to defeat kamilla before it went down...

aquito
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 10:49am

oh noes... gonk the effort that you make gone wasted. Don't worry Lanzer we are in no hurry you can fix it sad we have hopes for it.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:15pm

Gonna echo the "ouch". Somehow I knew there was... something. Well, looks like you found something major. If all else, someone might have to rebuild part of the code of the game or update the old code to match the newer better or some such thing.
I did say "there is no hurry. It is isn't ready, it isn't ready".

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:16pm

double post cause glitch or something with the captcha and the previous post did not go through right away.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:27pm

this is sad.. but we are in no hurry. heart You can take your time fixing the game. We have waited years for this sure its not gonna hurt if we wait a little more time 3nodding

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:29pm

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Daniel Hyuuga
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:29pm

As a dev, I'm aware a hard drive failure is EXTREMELY bad thing! I wish your servers RAID system had it backed up somewhere (please you guys do)

Leasfy
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:30pm

I rather the team spends more time fixing it so we can keep DMS ! crying

Lune
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:31pm

As long as you bring zOMG back, it doesn't matter what version it is. crying

wreaks_havoc
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:32pm

I can't even imagine what you're going through right now. I hope it all works out. Hang in there and keep the faith.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:36pm

DMS was up from 2011 to 2014 when zOMG was closed down. So if you lost the DMS data then you've lost over 3 years of data. Hopefully if you've only lost one year you should find DMS easily enough. I wish you good Luck Lanzer and hope for the best.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 12:36pm

All the best. heart

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 01:02pm

it does not matter for lvl 12 rings it is only important that you fix it even if we all need to start from begining ... thank you for your effort

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 01:03pm

Take your time. We have waited for YEARS, we can wait for a while longer. 3nodding

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 01:28pm

Damn. I can understand how that'd be a punch to the gut, but at least you figured that much out. We know you're giving it your best, and that's all anyone has the right to expect. Good luck!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 01:28pm

That's bad news but I'm sure everyone would be happy with just getting zOMG back. Even if the lv12 rings aren't introduced yet.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 01:44pm

After asking for so long, I don't know many who expected to get zOMG back exactly as it was, if at all. So, probably, no worries there; maybe the level 12 rings can be exchanged/alchemized for something easier to code?

I feel sorry for Gaia losing so much development data, though. Hopefully, there's a back-up somewhere, somehow.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 02:08pm

I'm fine with it, do what you gotta do, zOMG was a big part of gaia, even if its just the OG version its still something.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 02:11pm

I love your passion for the project Lanzer, but please don't over stretch yourself! It's amazing what you have done so far, i think the community can cut you some slack for keeping us informed and trying ya darndest to get the game back up and running. Please don't burn out!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 02:31pm

You are trying. You have had a setback but you are trying so please hang in there. Your hard work is appreciated!!

gataka
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 02:46pm

Oh god, ouch gonk

Seiaryu-Chan
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 02:53pm

Don't give up! We all believe in you! Thank You for all your hard work and dedication to this project. I'm here for you all the way.

LexileTheExile
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 02:59pm

I understand that is quite a set back... I am really sorry to hear that all that hard work has been lost. Keep your heads up!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:13pm

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! NOT DMS crying
I really hope there is some way that it can be fixed sad sad sad

Kapraliv
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:26pm

I appreciate your efforts.

VKiera
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:36pm

Ouch, that is a set back. Just do the best you can, that's all anyone can do Lanzer. Thanks for your hard work, good luck!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:40pm

thats really weird! i think the code should be laying around somewhere but what do i know!! good luck

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:46pm

The way I see it my man. Start from the base and work your way up. Everything doesn't have to be added all at once. This is what makes games like zOMG! Entertaining constant updates. The Lv12 Rings and the dark orbs and new areas can just be an update. Don't kill yourself with this all from the start or you will be burnt out.

Much love having you back on Gaia man.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:49pm

Any version is better than no version. Plus you can always expand and create new portions.

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rainz_of_tears
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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:57pm

I new this all was too good to be true. lol

But with all honesty, I would be happy if it was just up and running by the beginning of summer. So no rush, take your time and get plenty of rest. Thank you so much for working on this and bringing it back. Don't give up, and Good Luck!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 03:59pm

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 04:20pm

Ah no, I'm so sorry. That's devastating. I don't suppose those drives are still around and are in any way possibly recoverable? I don't know how much you know about drive recovery, but my partner is a database developer and knows a lot about it - he's recovered some pretty damaged drives before and considered making his own business of it. I'm sure this isn't helpful since you probably have already tried this route/have it at your disposal already, but if all else fails I could more than likely get him to help remotely if you needed.

Best of luck - we're all rooting for you and for Gaia here. heart
I think I'm off to buy my first chunk of GCash since before Gaia changed management, as I'd love to help you and your team however I can 3nodding

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 04:30pm

That's truely unfortunate. Hopefully the code can be rebuilt or found. I'm very found of dms. Dms became a big things cause it was most challenging and rewarding. Either way though if that can't come back I would mind just smebbing again. Forget what we called it lol

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 04:32pm

I can't speak for the community but I am willing to wait for the newer code to be found so that people will be able to play DMS and level up. Also to let you know thanks for the hard work. smile

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 04:39pm

AWWW NOOO! crying crying crying crying please don't give up!!!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 05:11pm

It's all right, I don't mind if you can only bring back the original zOMG. I never played DMS much anyway and I don't mind if the maximum CL of the rings is 10. At least you've been trying your best, that's good enough for me!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 05:40pm

Honestly? I think everyone just wants to see zOMG back in one way or another. If you can salvage what you find, I think that's all what a lot of people want back. If there's room for improvement, awesome. We are ready with welcome arms.

Now, how about bringing MoGa back to Gaia? ninja

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 05:43pm

can i just cry with you crying crying crying now we should hug and keep believing i am sure you can find the code and restore the whole game, and if not anything is better than nothing D:

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 05:46pm

So now I'm trying to think, the rings that are at 12.0 - does that mean we wouldnt be able to use the ring at all? Or would it just be set up to 10.0 maximum, instead? confused

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 06:07pm

I think it's pretty safe to say that most of us here just really appreciate having you back and all that you are doing to bring zOMG back to us. The days before dark orbs and DMS were fun too. Just please don't overwork yourself, we can wait a while longer and then we can just all look forward to updates as you can. heart

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 06:36pm

Holy smokes, Lanzer. That is quite a set back. I hope the engineers can find some newer code..something to make the process go smoother..Less bugs, more enjoyable experience. You're quite the trooper for hanging in with us!

-Daryl

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 07:31pm

if you cant get them back its ok lanzer, having the game be in a playable state is whats most important <3 and hopefully later on zomg can be added on to once things settle down gaia wise and stable enough to have someone working on zomg <3

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 07:46pm

hang in there lanzer! we understand these things take time.
don't work yourself to death!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 08:07pm

Hang in there! There's always a way. I know you can do it. Don't worry about how long it takes, just do what you gotta do and don't forget to take care of yourself, too!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 08:25pm

Don't worry about the time to fix it! We can wait until you can completely fix the code and recover whatever might have been lost. DMS is a great part of zOMG! and it would have a hollow if there were no DMS in zOMG! Please also consider re-releasing Sweetheart/ Fortune's favour/ Sugar rush and Integrity ring! Do your best!

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 08:42pm

Ouuchh... Q^Q

Don't give up, tho! You're putting so much effort in it... We can wait a little longer!
Hope this part of the code is backed up somewhere... TnT

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 09:18pm

Do you think anyone who worked on putting together Dead Man's Shadow would possible have a copy of that code? Swarf, Jk, Mav or anyone else you could try and reach out to to see if they have it possible.

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 10:08pm

We're in no hurry, we all are just glad that someone's working on zOMG again! Don't stress over it for us sake, you just keep calm, xd

We can always go back to the original zOMG with the normal orbs and ring levels at 10.0, and if you want, you can just release zOMG as the original and work on the dark orbs and 12.0 rings "IF! you want to" <<<<< sorry if all this sounds annoying or stupid

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 10:28pm

Maybe it's a sign to make something new!
Frankly I wouldn't be sad if you said "zOMG is back, we lost x, y, and z, sadly x, y, and z will have to remain as a fond memory. But don't worry we will bring something new in its place in time!"

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Thu Mar 02, 2017 @ 10:33pm

Take your time, breathe, and don't worry about it. We're all behind you, and know you're doing your best. Please don't make yourself sick over it.

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