Official Game Manual

[Andolfus]

I will assume this subject has been discussed, but I have not found that discussion. If so, would someone direct me to this topic area.
The main reason I am bringing it up is, as a new player to Bulfleet, I found it cumbersome trying to find the information needed to begin the game, rules, nuances of ships, etc. I began by making Word documents of many of the rules, factories, ships, etc. I made a few documents (ex.- Recycler, with picture and specs.). I also made a document (for 'astropolate') from official explanations and also derived from forum discussions and answers.
As a past book publisher (Guerrilla Ink Press, LLC., USA), I thought an official manual would come in handy (especially for beginners). If enough requests were made for such a manual I would be willing to take on such a project.
My first thought was for the normal laminated (front and back covers), with a nicely designed and formated book interior. This would require working with the Bulfleet holding company as well as working closely with the users. 'The Manual' would be designed to be easily reviseable.
My second thought was for a website with a downloadable (ebook, pdf) file.
I have not worked up cost projections because I don't know what kind of interest exists. Let me know!
I am in the USA and the first language edition would be in English, then on to the other languages.
GIP was envolved in many book projects and as a publisher, I have experience in design and production.
This would be a good project for the users, as well as Bulfleet, allowing new members to have an easily accessible document for finding information. What are the 'Pros' and 'Cons' of such a project? What price would users be willing or able to pay? Paper manual (greater cost) or ebook (least cost)?
I will keep my eyes open for forum discussion.

Ando (Universe 1)

[SwiftSabre]

Ok, well when you're logged in, at the top-right corner of the screen there is ''FAQ'' hit that and select bulfleet and that should awnser all your questions. btw click on the thingie that sais my name, universe, points ect. (signature).

[free_styler212]

QUOTE (SwiftSabre @ Nov 1 2008, 03:17) Ok, well when you're logged in, at the top-right corner of the screen there is ''FAQ'' hit that and select bulfleet and that should awnser all your questions.

That's right ...

[Andolfus]

To...

SwiftSabre - I do read the FAQ's, as well as the forum discussions. I maybe too old school (it seems easier to have a manual at hand), and not familiar enough with game techniques. I even go as far as looking for international forums, translating them (if possible) and looking at the subject discussions.

free_styler212 - ditto to what I wrote to SwiftSabre.

However, I do appreciate the input from you both. And as far as the question about a manual (who was it who said, "the silence is deafening").

[free_styler212]

Well ... I was thinking of something like this but not as a paper or ebook manual. Just another forum topic including all of the info necessary for a newby. I think your idea is great but nevertheless it is unrealizable. The game creators can't afford such expenses (at least I think so) and it is too complicated ... I really don't see how could this happen (don't try to explain me it's just ... Don't know how to describe it). The game is Bulgarian, most people haven't heard of our country and America ... Sorry I just can't accept the idea ! However I will leave the topic open, if future discussion might be formed here ! But I won't refer this idea to the administration since they have more urgent problems to be solved ...
However thanks for the proposal !