Hot on the heels of batch two...

[Pirotess]

Is batch THREE! Brad McQuaid gave us a heads up that batch three of the beta 0 shots have been dispatched to GUcomics. This batch of screenshots gives us a better look at the outdoor areas of Telon as well as a few female characters. Personally I think the female models are looking alot more lifelike and polished than the male models we've seen of late. The male models look slightly vacant and neanderthalish though I suppose that could be a result of the race and character customization choices their player took.

Brad has also been on a posting spree lately. He answered a number of questions on the boards. Here are a few snippets.

When asked about what might affect boat speeds.

Originally Posted by Brad McQuaid

In general, based on boat/ship type.

*possibly* enchanced by how you equip your vehicle.

Some modifications to speed from spells and the like.

When asked about being "overlooked" and the perception system.

Originally Posted by Brad McQuaid

That's the basic premise behind Perception, that based on a skill check, you do or don't perceive what your opponents are doing to you (are they focused on you, what spell are they casting so you can react, etc.), as well as whether you detect the NPC at all (for example, the Ambushers in the latest screenshots hide until you are very close unless your perception skill check is successful, in which case you have more time to react to them).

We'll have a more complete roundup of comments from the devs later on today.