Next review date for servers, Tues 22nd JST

[Runespider]

I'll be taking my talents to Rift until a suitable replacement hits the market.

If you change "talents" to "money" it becomes a good argument, especially if a lot more follow.

[Daremo]

The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few... or the one.

KHAAAAN! *echoes in space... somehow*

[Anon]

So the BG "elite hardcore players" are here now! Awesome. I was wondering how long it would take your redundant better, faster, stronger mentality to finish up this masterpiece. Let's give you guys (and all your unfathomable knowledge) a general break down. The white knighters are trolling and flaming every one who has an issue with the way this has been handled. We all agree on one point. What happened in Japan is a tragedy that changes daily. We all feel a level of compassion towards Japan as a people. My one true issue as I've tried to point out time and again is that for over 8 years I've paid my dues. I've dealt with what I personally consider to be an inept company that is inferior in application of true customer service the whole time. I know the servers being down is a good thing. I understand why they have chosen to leave them down like they have. I commend the Japanese people for their efforts thus far.
However that is no excuse for no communication. I don't care about the logistics. I want to know what they are doing. It's just that simple. So BGers! come join the white knighters! Say the exact same thing they're saying the with what you think is a more thought out logical explanation that no-one can deny! Bring your "elite hardcore better than the casual player" flavor on over. Then we'll have everything here!

Except an explanation from Square Enix.

[Xeth]

Doesn't seem like our servers will be coming up anytime this week..

Rain may force Tepco to cut power

Although scheduled weekend power outages were averted, rain may cause some in the Kanto region to spend a few hours of Monday's national holiday without electricity, Tokyo Electric Power Co. said Sunday.

Tepco Executive Vice President Takashi Fujimoto said there would be no blackouts Monday morning, but that there might be cuts in the afternoon. "There is a chance that demand for power may rise (Monday afternoon)," Fujimoto said, adding that the company will decide by noon whether to go ahead with blackouts.

Tepco projected that supply will match demand at 34 million kw between the peak time of 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, when rain is expected to increase the use of electrical appliances.

Tepco said it received about 7,200 calls Sunday from customers asking about the outages, with some complaining that their power was cut twice a day last week.

Rolling blackouts will start as scheduled between Tuesday and Friday, he said.

Meanwhile, Tepco said it is not planning to add Chiyoda, Chuo and Minato wards to the list of blackout areas in the capital because those central districts are home to key government offices and other important facilities.

[Gaspee]

The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few... or the one.

KHAAAAN! *echoes in space... somehow*

I just ROFL'd. Too funny xD

[Zyeriis]

So the BG "elite hardcore players" are here now! Awesome. I was wondering how long it would take your redundant better, faster, stronger mentality to finish up this masterpiece. Let's give you guys (and all your unfathomable knowledge) a general break down. The white knighters are trolling and flaming every one who has an issue with the way this has been handled. We all agree on one point. What happened in Japan is a tragedy that changes daily. We all feel a level of compassion towards Japan as a people. My one true issue as I've tried to point out time and again is that for over 8 years I've paid my dues. I've dealt with what I personally consider to be an inept company that is inferior in application of true customer service the whole time. I know the servers being down is a good thing. I understand why they have chosen to leave them down like they have. I commend the Japanese people for their efforts thus far.
However that is no excuse for no communication. I don't care about the logistics. I want to know what they are doing. It's just that simple. So BGers! come join the white knighters! Say the exact same thing they're saying the with what you think is a more thought out logical explanation that no-one can deny! Bring your "elite hardcore better than the casual player" flavor on over. Then we'll have everything here!

Except an explanation from Square Enix.

White Knight > Troll. They'll get down from their high horses when you get out from under the bridge. So they can slay you.

Also, stop trying to change what you said and leave.

[Anon]

How have I changed anything? And white knight = troll that more people agree with. I'm at ends over nothing being said by SE other than "We waiting yall"

Edit: Also.. by definition of troll.. the white knighters are the only true trolls here. I stay on discussion. I am sure to have something pertaining to the original argument. You however.. just made an attacking trolling post. You didn't cover the discussion in any way.

[Haglaz]

alrighty kids...play nice now. let's not get flustered by words. now, you may feel free to get bent over sticks and stone, and nuclear radiation!

[Toby]

From TEPCO: http://www.tepco.co.jp/en/press/corp...1031907-e.html

Press Release (Mar 19,2011)
Implementation plan of rolling blackout on and after Sunday, March 20, 2011


Due to the power supply-demand balance, TEPCO has been implementing rolling
blackout since Monday, March 14. We sincerely regret causing anxiety and
inconvenience to our customers and the society. We appreciate your
cooperation in conserving electricity consumption.
As for customers who will be subject to rolling blackout, please be
prepared for the announced blackout periods. Also as for customers who are
not subject to blackouts, we would appreciate your continuous cooperation
in reducing electricity usage by turning off unnecessary lightings and
electrical appliances.

○Implementation plan of rolling blackout on Sunday, March 20
Regional blocks are not scheduled on March 20th considering today's
electricity supply-demand.

○Implementation plan of rolling blackout from Monday, March 21st to
26th, Saturday
Please refer to the appendix for details.

●Starting and ending time of blackout periods may slightly differ.
●Depending on the supply-demand balance of the day, planned blackouts may
not be carried out. Moreover, in case the electricity supply-demand
balance becomes tighter than expected, we will reconsider the rolling
blackout plan and inform you accordingly before we implement the revised
plan.
●A blackout may occur in the adjacent areas where the planned blackouts are
carried out.

[Others]
●In order to prevent fire, please make sure to switch off electric
appliances such as hair driers when you leaving home.
●Please pay attention to the traffic at the crossings in case the traffic
light may suddenly turn off.

[Improvement in implementing planned blackouts]
●In principle, we will implement the planned blackout based on the current
plan. However, we do realize that there is room for improvement.
Therefore, we will continue to consider and improve implementation plans
from the customers' point of view.


○Prediction of demand and supply on March 19
Estimated Demand 31,000 MW(18:00 - 19:00)
Supply Capacity 34,500 MW

○Prediction of demand and supply on March 20
Estimated Demand 31,000 MW(18:00 - 19:00)
Supply Capacity 34,000 MW

Looks like Servers wont be up until end of next week.

[Zyeriis]

How have I changed anything? And white knight = troll that more people agree with. I'm at ends over nothing being said by SE other than "We waiting yall"

Edit: Also.. by definition of troll.. the white knighters are the only true trolls here. I stay on discussion. I am sure to have something pertaining to the original argument. You however.. just made an attacking trolling post. You didn't cover the discussion in any way.

Just going to post everything you've posted, in order.

I for one am done. Flame me all you like... We as a player base have dealt with SE's inept approach to everything for years now. I'll be taking my talents to Rift until a suitable replacement hits the market. Yes I feel for the country of Japan in this dire time. I feel nothing but contempt for a multi-million dollar company that won't make previsions for its' player base.

I merely shared my discontent with the situation. So all you fanboys keep posting and aiming at me. Check this out... I gear swap and believe in haste gear as well.

Waiting for posts that cover the discussion...

And the name was available. How could I not take it? Of course they can link it to my account. But when I made it last week I had the intention of posting in some of the GLORIOUS threads you guys have here. But I didn't want the level of general... what's the word here... let's just call it the "special" way the majority of the posters here think and approach the game... to follow me in game. My point is still valid. Something could have been done and wasn't. Nor will there be anything done. So why should we wait for another month? Have you seen the news? Do you not see how bad it really is? Do you really think the power supply will be stable on the 22nd.? Really? Hahahahaaaaaaaa

That is your definition of hostile? So was Pappa Smurf a general in your lateral thought process?
Seems to me alot of you have a problem with staying on the topic. And you rather enjoy making stabs at those of us with the gumption to have a negative remark towards the business sense of a company we expect results from. I don't mind a witty retort from most people here. Too bad that has yet to happen ;(

The way this is being handled on Square's end is not business smart. Period. You can't sway my judgment on the matter. I have a right to my opinion no matter how many of you fanboys, funboys, and forum derelicts don't like it. So keep it coming. <3

That's "adding to the discussion"? Hypocritical post is hypocritical.

Raist = Charitou? Or just a 3rd cousin?

All I see is you telling everyone you can that resistance is futile. How many times do we have to say it? Those of us that aren't happy with Sqeenixs' approach are sympathetic to the seriousness of the situation the Japanese people face at this time. But that has 0... absolutely 0... to do with a business handling their business.

What does that add?

No Avina it is you with the same broken arguement/fanboy approach. They are doing nothing in the way of rectifying this situation to a satisfactory level for a number of us. And no matter how many "down on bended knee" post by people like you are made.. people like me will not agree and do not care. Period.

Discussion. {Where?}

The lack of information as pertaining to what they are doing is exactly what's missing. That is what we're not happy with. Thank you for pointing this out. Right after I did. As you tried to continue to flame me. But succeeded in making my point. TY <3

So the BG "elite hardcore players" are here now! Awesome. I was wondering how long it would take your redundant better, faster, stronger mentality to finish up this masterpiece. Let's give you guys (and all your unfathomable knowledge) a general break down. The white knighters are trolling and flaming every one who has an issue with the way this has been handled. We all agree on one point. What happened in Japan is a tragedy that changes daily. We all feel a level of compassion towards Japan as a people. My one true issue as I've tried to point out time and again is that for over 8 years I've paid my dues. I've dealt with what I personally consider to be an inept company that is inferior in application of true customer service the whole time. I know the servers being down is a good thing. I understand why they have chosen to leave them down like they have. I commend the Japanese people for their efforts thus far.
However that is no excuse for no communication. I don't care about the logistics. I want to know what they are doing. It's just that simple. So BGers! come join the white knighters! Say the exact same thing they're saying the with what you think is a more thought out logical explanation that no-one can deny! Bring your "elite hardcore better than the casual player" flavor on over. Then we'll have everything here!

Except an explanation from Square Enix.

You changed the fact that you are leaving (you're still here) and that you said people could flame you (regardless of whether they did or not). Touting your own disgust for those who are touting theirs makes them worse by default, got it. They are definently the ones that were inflammatory first or posted the first trolling comments in this thread. You didn't do that, every single time you made a post. The above definently does not show this.