Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] To do so, follow these instructions: · Turn on your computer (Windows® 95/98 should load automatically). · Open the CD-ROM drive, place the Majesty: Gold Edition CD in it, and close the drive. That means that just putting the disc in the drive for the first time starts up the installation program.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Before you can install the Majesty: Gold Edition game and start playing, check this list to make sure that your computer has everything you need: Operating System: Processor: Memory: Windows® 95/98 Pentium® II 233 MHz or higher 32 MB RAM (64 MB RAM recommended, 128 MB for 3-4 player games) 600 MB Free (minimum install) 4X Speed or faster SVGA video card with 2 MB video memory* Sound card* DirectX® version 7. 0 (8. 0a included) or higher 28. 8 kps (28, 800 baud) for modem/Internet play (56 kps recommended) Required for Internet play
If AutoPlay Doesn't Work
If the AutoPlay feature does not work when you put the CD in the drive, here's how to start the installation program yourself: · Double-click your "My Computer" desktop icon. · In the window that opens, double-click your CD-ROM drive (it's usually the D drive). [. . . ] When all the other players have also signified that they are ready to play, you are given the option to Start Game.
To chat during the game, press e, type your chat, then press e again. Messages are displayed just above the ToolTip Bar.
Important Note
Infogrames Interactive does not monitor, control, endorse, or accept responsibility for the content of text or voice chat messages transmitted through the use of this product. Users are strongly encouraged not to give out personal information through chat transmissions. Kids, check with your parent or guardian before using the chat function or if you are concerned about any chat you receive.
REFERENCE
Majesty's built-in Help features contain everything you're likely to need to know, but there's not always time during a quest to read through great stacks of information. It can be helpful to have a reference you can read in the spare moments between quests. Thus this section, filled with introductions to all of the important subjects.
Joining a Game
When you are satisfied with the options that the host has selected on the Multiplayer Launch screen, click the confirmation checkbox next to your name. Once everyone has clicked their confirmation boxes, the host can start the game.
BUILDINGS
The buildings under your command and protection can be divided into two broad categories: those you build and those that appear through the natural course of things.
Chatting
There is a Chat window on both the Multiplayer Setup and Multiplayer Launch screens. You can communicate with other players by entering text in the Chat field, then clicking the Send Chat button. All 58 chat (yours and theirs) shows up in the chat window.
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THE CLOAKED MAN
The newly improved Palace dominated the center of the village and gleamed in the sunlight as the Cloaked Man strolled down the bustling main thoroughfare. Few took notice of him, most were too busy to lend much notice to a stranger. The Cloaked Man continued down the unpaved street, strolling at a casual pace and taking in the activity around him. In addition, you cannot build these if your kingdom contains any Elves or Gnomes. The bright blue roof of an Elven Bungalow loudly proclaims the Elven presence. The downside of hosting Elves is that they bring their Elven Lounges and Gambling Halls with them.
Blacksmith
The existence of a local Blacksmith gives your subjects the opportunity to upgrade their weapons and armor. Another benefit of having a Blacksmith is that constructing new buildings in your kingdom becomes less expensive, though multiple Blacksmiths do not increase the savings. Main Function: Prerequisites: A shop where heroes can buy better weapons and armor. All available Blacksmith research must be completed before upgrading to level two. Can research +1 armor and +1 weapons Level Two: Level Three: Can research +2 armor and +2 weapons Can research +3 armor and +3 weapons
Level One:
Elven Bungalow
Main Function: Prerequisites:
Home for Elves. In addition, you cannot build this if your kingdom contains any Dwarves or Gnomes. Causes a Gambling Hall to appear, when combined with a Rogues Guild.
Level One:
Level One:
Dwarven Settlement
Dwarves are driven to over-engineer. The Dwarven Settlement has automated defenses that attack any monsters thatapproach too close.
Fairgrounds
A place for festivals, jousts, and tournaments, the Fairgrounds can helpboost your heroes' experience. Heroes can visit the Fairgrounds 63 to train and thus increase their combat statistics -- for a price.
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Main Function: Prerequisites: Level One:
Provides level advancement without the risks of real combat. [. . . ] Notwithstanding anything contained in the foregoing Paragraph to the contrary, Infogrames Interactive shall have the right to institute judicial proceedings against You or anyone acting by, through or under You, in order to enforce Infogrames Interactive's rights hereunder through reformation of contract, specific performance, injunction or similar equitable relief. For the purposes of this Paragraph, both parties submit to the jurisdiction of, and waive any objection to the venue of, the state and federal courts of the State of New York.
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Help Via the Internet Up-to-the-minute technical information about Infogrames Interactive products is generally available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via the Internet at: http://www. ina-support. com Through this site you'll have access to our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) documents, our FTP (File Transfer Protocol) area where you can download patches if needed, our Hints/Cheat Codes if they're available, and an E-Mail area where you can get help and ask questions if you do not find your answers within the FAQ. Help Via Telephone/Fax or Mail in the United States & Canada For phone assistance, call Infogrames Interactive Tech Support at (425) 951-7108. [. . . ]