Quote Originally Posted by Slatervonjager View Post
Also, it's pretty hard for people to have the same name when transferring servers, because from my understanding, the name pool is universal, not server limited.
No - each server has it's idenpendet "pool" of names - I have the same name on numerous servers. Hence also the info above in regards of the move that if the character with the same name exists on the server you're moving to you'll be prompted to change yours. This could be used (as paid service indeed) to "change" the name however you'll get charged twice (to move to another server and then back) plus you'll be unable to play for several days during the transfer procedure. Also - first 5 days of the world transfers will be free.