Rappelz Interview with Producer 1

Onrpg: First of all, thank you for answering our questions about Rappelz, Terry. Please describe what you do at Gala-Net and tell us a bit about Rappelz?
Kim: Hi! I'm the producer of Rappelz. I work on marketing, managing Game Masters, and coordinate maintenance and communications with the developer. Rappelz is a Free to Play MMORPG set in a medieval fantasy world, with features designed to appeal to both casual and hardcore players alike.

Unlike other games with pets, in rappelz rupees pets play a large role and all characters can have useful pets. The ability to own dungeons will keep people excited and involved in the world of Rappelz. This game features beautiful graphics and music. The quest and stamina system in Rappelz will help break up any grind. Come try it out!

Onrpg: Rappelz is a unique name for a MMO game. What is the origin of the name and what does it mean, if anything?
Kim: Rappelz comes from the French word 'rappel' which means to summon, or recall. It is in reference to summoning pets which is a major part of the game.

Onrpg: Rappelz has been in open beta for about a couple weeks now. How is the beta test coming along? Are players generally satisfied with their experience in the game so far?
Kim: The beta test is going well. Users seem happy with the game and it is on par with many pay to play games. We've experienced a few bumps along the way, but nothing we couldn't handle.

Onrpg: How is rappelz rupees different from the wide variety of other fantasy MMO games on the market right now?
Kim: The major features that differentiate Rappelz from other games are its pet system and the dungeon siege system. Rappelz offers players a vast Skill system for both the Player's Characters as well as their tamed Creatures. Every weekend guilds can lay siege to the dungeons in attempt to own them for the week. Guilds that own dungeons collect a tax on all money and LAK dropped in the dungeon. Rappelz also has a huge range of quests, an item upgrade and crafting system. These combined with a generous offering of quests and events ensure that players have fun and continue to play Rappelz.