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Site Update
So, it looks like I can't go have dinner with a friend without shenanigans going on. :p
Aside from what you already know, with the combined efforts of the Aywas programmer and the Felisfire programmer (and lots of Eri too!), we've tracked down some very specific data regarding the individual who got into my account.
That information was forwarded to the host who owns the server it originated from - and they will be getting back to us soon regarding what information we can send to the authorities.
I'll keep you updated, if you're curious how this situation plans out. If I can get the right information, I will press charges on behalf of the site for hacking and myself and all of you, who experienced stress from this.
Our move to a new server tomorrow will be commencing as well.
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Thu Mar 24, 2011 11:35pm
We're still here, guys. <3
Site Update
Okay guys, I need you to keep calm and listen up, okay? That news post was completely bogus; Aywas is not closing and this was not done by Slash as an April Fool's. We believe that his account was temporarily compromised so I've taken his admin status away. I just spoke with Slash on the phone and he's out at the moment but will be home in about an hour and we'll get everything sorted out, so hang tight until then.
Edit: Slash and Yasu are now both online and have been for some time, so you are in good hands. I'm off to bed but didn't want to leave you without that reassurance. I'm sure we'll have more updates for you soon!
- Eri
Posted by Eri & --
(#17) on Thu Mar 24, 2011 7:49pm
St. Patty's Custom Results
Pets
Here are the results of the free customs awarded on St. Patrick's Day!
Custom #1 was requested 187 times.
The winner is: Tanithra #14984
Custom #2 was requested 18 times.
The winner is: Jackins #9701
Custom #3 was requested 50 times.
The winner is: Wolfpack1980 #16715
Custom #4 was requested 74 times
The winner is: Avviv #941
Custom #5 was requested 185 times
The winner is: Sunny #12471
Custom #6 was requested 129 times
The winner is: mycea #5654
Custom #7 was requested 111 times
The winner is: NeedMyAries Lunaris #1431
Custom #8 was requested 92 times
The winner is: Awkward Turtle #10402
Custom #9 was requested 37 times
The winner is: Jax #2695
New Server
We are moving to a new, more powerful server tomorrow. Here's hoping that the process goes smoothly, and that it helps with our lag problems :)
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Thu Mar 24, 2011 5:06pm
Getting Referrals - Guest post
Site Update
Do you like the referral prizes but don't know how to get new players to sign up with your link?
Here's a guest newspost from Carlos from Virtualpetlist.com. He's going to share some information with you to help you earn referral prizes, as well as help make Aywas grow -- so everyone wins!
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Introduction
Do you think its hard to to refer new people? Do you think you need help on how to refer to earn those prizes? Well, we're here to offer you a few new tips on how to refer new people, and how to get your friends--or totally strangers-- to come to the Aywas community.
Blog Posts
Are you a member of Tumblr? Are you a member of Wordpress? Why don't you write up a blog post about Aywas, talking all about the game, and what features it has to offer? Why don't you show off your favorite pets, or your favorite customs? Why not tell your readers a little about your goals on the site?
Remember, include your referral link inside the blog posts, or blog comments. But do not spam on blog comments - make sure the posting of links is allowed.
Blog posts are a good way for people to find about out about Aywas, and for you to earn prizes.
Forum posting
Are you a member of any online communities? Have you made a thread about Aywas - using your referral link, or posting your referral link where allowed? We've used this method for various years and we believe its very effective, because when you post images of the game itself, like some of YOUR pets and YOUR customs, people will want to check it out because of the graphics. Be sure to include some of the features that Aywas has - so people will know how fun the game really is. Tell them your favorite features, too!
If the forum community has the feature of "signatures" turned on, and allows links and graphics, then add an Aywas banner and link it to your referral link. Even if just one stranger joins, you're getting a prize.
Remember, the more active you are on a forum community, the more chances your referral link has for coming up, and attracting new referrals.
Facebook / Twitter
These two social networking sites are an easy way to spread the word about Aywas, and to get people to register with your referral. Are you in a facebook group? Why don't you post a link to your Aywas referral? Don't be a spammer - just send them the link, and ask them what they think. Facebook works pretty well and it'll help you gain referrals.
You can create "pages" on Facebook, so if you want to, create fan pages for Aywas and help people find Aywas. Like melos? Make a melo page! Like customs? Make an Aywas Customs page. Make sure the "page" contains your referral link as well.
Pages work like this: when a user "likes" the page, it shows up on their wall, which posts to their friends. You can also "like" certain pages - like games that are similar to Aywas. Post on their "discussions" forum asking people if they are a member of Aywas, and if they're not, include your referral link.
Twitter is simple: you have to post something no longer than 140 characters, and when you include a certain #hashtag in your post, it'll show up to anyone that's reading that hashtag.
So, something like this would be a good Twitter tweet:
Fun, free, #virtualpets web game, Aywas.com - your referral link here.
Or, something like this would be good as well:
#webgames are fun, that's why I'm apart of Aywas.com - join today!
Twitter is all about communication with others, and having conversations - so I'd recommend that you @ some people and talk to them as well. Show them your customs!
Sometimes gaining referrals from Twitter is hard, but if you put in a lot of effort, you can get a ton of referrals from Twitter - and Facebook.
Deviantart
You have beautiful customs, don't you? Upload them to Deviantart with a description like:
This is one of my custom virtual pets from the website https://www.aywas.com. It was made by (Artist Name) (#ID). On Aywas, you can edit the pets to make them look like anything you want!
If you include your referral id, people who are searching the newest drawings, or who are watching you, might register under your referral. That gets you prizes!
These prizes aren't as far away as you think! Why not try earning them today?
Thank you, Carlos, for your guest post. I hope everyone found that helpful, as we noticed some people aren't sure how to earn referral points. Even one referral will earn you some BP, and referrals stack up, so the more you get, the better prizes you earn!
EDIT: We have new referral banners and graphics!
Some examples :D
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Thu Mar 24, 2011 7:49am
Aries
Pets
The Aries Lunaris is here! Isn't it pretty? Those are my two favorite colors ;)
If you missed this Lunaris and your birthday was March 21 or 22nd, contact Visark to get your copy.
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Wed Mar 23, 2011 3:28am
Proposition Authorized
Site Update
Your voices have been heard, and due to 70% or more of you authorizing the Breeding proposition,
LBC and HLBC no longer support different base lineart breedings for a single genus.
Breedings currently in the queue are not affected.
What does this mean?
Now that our official artists no longer support different base lineart breedings (Example: Old x New), you are allowed to submit any authorized lineart (meaning, as long as it is not bound by EVENT RULES) for a genus using the appropriate Crystal or Orb.
Yes, that means you can also submit "old lineart" pets and "mid lineart" without a Dawn Crystal, as they are now classified as "alternate lineart."
When we come out with new linearts, you will be asked to vote the lineart as "OFFICIAL" (for site colorations) or "ALTERNATE" (not used in site colorations). As usual, a 70% vote is how it will be decided.
Whether it is OFFICIAL or ALTERNATE does not affect your ability to make customs from the lineart now. :)
Here is one for you:
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If the vote does not hit 70% for OFFICAL it automatically becomes alternate.
Gold Custom Crystal
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Tue Mar 22, 2011 2:50am
Raffle Crystal Winner!
Contests
The winner of this week's Raffle Crystal Game is:
Kip (#5669)
who owned 42 Raffle Crystals at the time of the raffle!
You can start collecting raffle crystals for this week's prize... a $25 Gift Card to Amazon. Good luck!
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Tue Mar 22, 2011 12:00am
Vote on Breeding Decision
Site Update
Hi guys, the Breeding Department and I have a proposition for you to vote on.
Are you in favor of eliminating old x new lineart support for the LBC/HLBC in exchange for expanding alternate pet linearts?
What does this mean? Let's break it down...
Cons
- You would no longer be able to submit an old x new lineart breeding via LBC or HLBC unless you are using your own predicts
- You would not be able to submit an alternate x other lineart breeding of a same pet genus via LBC or HLBC (which we currently do not allow, anyway)
Pros
- We would be able to offer you alternate linearts for Aywas pet genuses that you could make customs from without harming the Breeding department's wait time, giving you a wider range of poses
- The breeding department would become healthier and faster as LBC and HLBC requests between two different lineart pets would not require the attention of site hybrid artists
- Price ceiling on old x new predicts would be eliminated so you or your artists could charge whatever desired for your different lineart but same genus predicts. (note that price ceiling on other predicts would still be in effect)
If this action were to pass, breedings already in the queue would not be affected by the new action. The action would apply to breedings that are submitted from its approval and out.
Approval rate needs to meet 70% "Yes" to be approved.
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Mon Mar 21, 2011 6:02am
Coming to a close
Items
The Raw Crystal sale is ending tomorrow at midnight - if you want to buy any Raw Crystals on sale, be sure to put in your order before the deadline!
The first Special Raffle for a Pokemon White or Black will be drawn tomorrow at midnight as well. How many Raffle Crystals have you gathered? Have you bought any from other players?
Be advised that all instances of the Raffle Crystal will be eliminated after the drawing, then we start a new week with a new prize!
Please advise what sort of prize you'd enjoy for the next one. I was thinking one of these: $25 Amazon Gift card, Crysis 2, Sims Medieval, or COD Black Ops. What do you think?
Posted by Jack
(#1) on Mon Mar 21, 2011 1:05am