Volume 2, Issue 1 January/February 2009

The Wheel of
Time
D a r k f r i e n d s G a m i n g C o m m u n i t y

Special R a i d P r o g r e s s i o n
points of
interest: Written by Razlaghul, Guild ian Sanctum, though groups are close to en-
DK main tank. achievements are still a tering Malygos. Maly-
• Guild main DK
tank, Razlaghul, gos has sexy gear in-
writes his first With many of our guild
two articles for members now 80 and cluding pole arms,
the newsletter.
raiding, Darkfriends has shields and other items
• Member Profile: progressed quickly. that would make some
“I bring the thun-
Currently we have three of our members have a
der” Moyder
groups, two scheduled wet dream.
• Totemic Rage By
Meowcake for the evening and one Despite the sexy gear
• Starter’s List and
to accommodate the in the ten man raids, I’m
Information late night members. sure we can all agree
• Murderburger is Group 1, run by Belal, we want our tier 7.5
now a guild main begins at 5:30 pm gear. That being said,
tank. Server. Group 2, run Until recently, Thaddius was prov- we have begun 25
by Pennery, starts at ing to be a formidable opponent.
mans and are doing
6pm. Group 3, led by extremely well for our
Disciple, is scheduled first couple times going
Inside this to begin at 10:30 pm goal to be reached.
in with a full guild
issue: server and is looking to Though occasionally group. We are clearing
recruit a few more DPS. hitting bumps in the OS easily on 25 man. In
Guild Member Profile 2
Both evening groups do road with attendance 25 man Naxx we have
well in Naxx and Obsid- and bosses, all three (Continued on page 2)
Raid Progression Cont. 2

Totemic Rage 2

Featured Class: The

Shaman Cont.
3 F e a t u r e d
This newsletters fea-
Totemic Rage Cont. 3 tured class is the sha-
man.
Guild Announcements
4
"Shamans are the spiri-
tual leaders of their
Starters Information 4
tribes and clans. They
communicate with spir-
its, have visions of the
C l a s s : T h e
future, and guide their
people through the
darkest of times. Many
mistake their wisdom
and serenity for a paci-
fist nature. When chal-
lenged, though, sha-
mans have a range of
powers available for
S h a m a n
dealing with threats to
the natural order."
Blizzard’s description of
the shaman is a de-
scriptive and appropri-
ate one. Shamans have
3 different specs to
(Continued on page 3)
Page 2 The Wheel of

“I Bring the Thunder” Moyder

Moyder, often known for his
easy going way and sense
of humor, plays a fury war-
rior. He also has other
toons, including a shaman,
but prefers the warrior due
to its lack of using mana.
His favorite WoW moment
would be his first ZG run on
Moyder when he got the
Halberd of Smiting. His
least favorite, as with any
plate wearer would be the
80 gold repair bills. When
not playing WoW, he also
plays ultimate Frisbee, does
all kinds of dancing (a defi-
nite way to catch chicks
guys!!), and works as a
dishwasher at a pub.
Moyder was a member of
ASP and when that guild
started falling apart, he sort
of stumbled across Dark-
friends. Since joining he
says he couldn’t be happier
with the members and the
atmosphere of the guild. He
thinks it’s cool what Belal
wants to do with the guild,
making into a large sized
gaming community for multi-
ple MMO’s. He hopes that
Darkfriends keeps rockin’
out in WotLK, downing new
content and having a great
time.
Moyder has been playing
Blizzard games since Star-
craft came out and when a
“I BRING THE THUNDER
friend of his told him BABY!”
about WoW, he signed
up for the beta and has
been playing ever since.
His only advice is to level
mining as a profession
because “miners are
badass.”
Favorite Boss: Heigan
the Unclean in Naxx
Favorite Video:
http://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=ceSxEjwXHcM
And the last bit that Moy-
Moyder, in Australia.
der would like to add is:

“As
determination Raid Progression Cont.
usually does, (Continued from page 1) tion usually does, we to help tank the boss him-
we have have successfully self.
successfully cleared the first three downed this boss and will
quarters up to Thaddius be working towards pro- Now with the needed
downed this classes,, progression
on our first and second gressing further through
boss and will through the rest of Naxx
week. After that we are Naxx in the near future. should be fairly easy, allow-
be working being stomped by Thad- ing us to eventually cross it
dius just because he’s a When it comes to the off our list!
towards Military Quarter, Instruc-
hard ass that needs a
progressing crap load of DPS and tor Razuvious has That concludes my first time
further through everyone to be on the blocked our way because writing the article on raid
we have lacked the progression for Darkfriends.
Naxx in the ball with polarity shifts.
priests with hit to mind -Jake (Razlaghul)
near future.” However, as determina- control the needed mobs

By Meowcake
Meowcake was a decent
shaman, He trained in the
art of enhancing his weap-
ons to deal more damage to
the enemy, Upon mastering
it he could enchant his
weapons to attack time and
time again, relentlessly
tearing apart foes. When
Meowcake hit level 38 a old
Totemic
witch doctor told him to slay
tigers in the deep forests of
Stranglethorn Vale. Tiger
after tiger he slew, the scent
of beast and blood mixed
with his own fury. As Meow-
cake stopped to rest
though, A strange tiger ap-
peared.
The tiger was not like the
others, Meowcake could
Rage
sense its intelligence. It was
a druid, and it wasted no
time in pouncing upon Me-
owcake. Berserking with
fury and quickly casting a
healing spell, Meowcake let
out a cry for help, and there
it appeared.
An orcish war cry was
shouted as a figure flew Meowcake
(Continued on page 3)
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T h e
(Continued from page 1)
Shaman are known for nature based spells,
such as chain lightening.
choose from, including Enhance, Ele-
mental and Restoration.
With three different types of playing
styles available with these three specs,
shamans have some of the best versatil-
ity in the game.
F e a t u r e d
Coupled with Warcraft
lore for the different spe-
cies, from Draenei, Orc’s
and Tauren, the shaman
is the very essence of a
nature based class.
A shaman’s defining abil-
ity is the totems they use.
These totems are divided
into the four basic ele-
ments; earth, fire, water
and wind. Each totem is
associated with an ele-
ment and has a different
effect.
Some provide buffs to a
party or raids stats, others are a form of
offence and others yet are a form of de-
W h e e l o f T i m e
fense. adaptability for almost any encounter due
to being available for melee or ranged
Though many of us are familiar with this DPS and healing with simple spec altera-
basic information about a shaman, not tions. Many of us have seen just how
many of us have had the opportunity to useful and versatile the shaman is from
level one to 80. I have recently done so raiding with some of guild shamans in-
and find that my main difficulty with a cluding Meowcake who is enhance, Pen-
shaman is that sometimes their defining nery who is resto, Ravenshield who is
ability, the totems, can be a hindrance or elemental. Anyone who has raiding with
burden in some PVP situations. these shaman or others know just how
useful it is to keep these guys around,
While only costing about 800 mana to from the totem buffs to the blood lust,
cast, the time in having to cast them and which provides us with a 30% speed
how easily they are destroyed make increase which is essential in boss fights
them inferior to a hunter or warlock pet where you’re in a race against time.
by far. As a result, I find that I myself
don’t use many of my totems in a PVP Pretty much, the lesson here is to love
fight much depending on the situation. the shaman, appreciate the abilities they
have to offer and if
In PVE each encounter with a mob or
you are looking for
boss is a little different and calls for dif-
ferent totems. They are usually cast at a class that can “Shamans are
the beginning of the encounter; the to- provide you with kind of the Swiss
tems used being tuned to what is versatility in play
needed. A good example is mana spring army knife of the
styles, it’s defi-
classes. They
C l a s s : T h e S h a m a n have the
adaptability for
totem is often used for
those fights that are heal- nitely one to con- almost any
ing and casting intensive sider.
to help our healers and
encounter.”
mana using DPS maintain
a usable mana pool
throughout the whole fight.
Grounding totems are
used for fights where there
are lots of mobs that need
to be slowed so they can
be killed easily. And there
Totems are the
are also many other to- defining feature
tems available that really of the Shaman
affect the raid in way of class. Different
buffs and use. totems do differ-
ent things.
My personal opinion is
that shamans are kind of the Swiss army
knife of the classes. They have the

T o t e m i c
As the beast regained his
(Continued from page 2)
senses he let out a low growl,
and another druid appeared by
down from a hill and his side, the orc raised his axe
slammed into the earth be- up in the air, Still badly injured
tween Meowcake and the Meowcake laid down several
druid, With the druid totems. the druids pounced,
stunned he roared menac- the orc managed to catch one
ingly and forced the druid to in mid air, He slammed it to the
back up slightly, cowering in ground, but leaving his side
fear at its new rival. exposed, the other beast saw
it's opponents flaw and sank its
claws deep into the orcs side.
Meowcake quickly turned and
R a g e C o n t .
called upon the earth to knock
it back the druid. The orc
roared in pain.
The orc called upon the power
of the wind from one of Meow-
cake's nearby totems, and
decapitated one. Glimpsing the
death of his ally, the druid
quickly turned tail and ran, the
orc though saw his path and
quickly ran to intercept him.
 ANNOUNCEMENTS
• We would like to see if there is
• Current NO PUG raids are: 10 man
anyone interested in helping us
Naxx, OS and Malygos. 25 man Naxx
and OS find leveling guides for profes-
sions, classes, etc for the fo-
• AoC is looking for members to be a rums for both games. If so,
part of their guild and possibly those please message Blondy in
who are interested in a leadership game for more info, catch her
roll. If you know of anyone who plays on vent or email her through the
Age of Conan or is thinking of doing forums.
so, please be sure to have them
email us at dark- • If anyone is interested in help-
friends.admin@gmail.com so we can ing to moderate any section of
share our information with them. Be
the forums, please don't hesi-
sure to let them know we're on the
tate to express your interest. Its
Tyranny server.
an easy task that involves re-
If you’re not a Darkfriend, you’re
• viewing the messages to make
Murderburger is now a guild main wrong!!
tank in addition to Razlaghul and sure they are appropriate and
Powerfuloz. Guild Leader: Belal bringing to the attention of
Newsletter Editor: Nora aka Blondy Blondy those which are not.

Guild Email: darkfriends.admin@gmail.com • Starter’s have been enacted.

Guild Website: www.darkfriendsguild.com
Guild Forums: http://forums.darkfriendsguild.com

D a r k f r i e n d s
G a m i n g
C o m m u n i t y

S t a r t e r s
Being a starter simply means that you are HAVE A -20 DKP PENALTY. GUILD 25 MAN STARTER LIST
dedicating your time to helping the guild
progress further through end game by com- 3. If you are absent more than 3 times in a two Tanks
mitting your time to raids. Because of you week period of time, your position will be re- Murderburger
Powerfuloz
putting forth your dedication, you would then viewed and possibly revoked. This is on a
Razlaghul
have priority on gear over all non-starter situational type basis. Kalk
positions. Please review the following rules
and if you are interested, answer the ques- 4. Starters have priority over non starters for Heals
tionnaire so we can keep track of the starters gear. DKP rules will be enacted for deciding Mahbubbles
who are approved. between starters whom is rewarded the gear. Dementor
Nora
1. Starter positions are rewarded to those 5. All newly recruited guild members start out Disciple
Pennery
who express their interest, fill out the ques- as non starters. As previously mentioned,
Springtime
tionnaire, and have shown dedication by attendance and dedication and an indication
being at every raid ON TIME for two weeks. of those accepting the rules will all factor into Ranged
If you miss a raid, your two week period will whom is a starter and who is not. Ravenshield
start over. These positions are voted on by Luciferone
the officers based on needed classes, player If you are interested in becoming a starter and Mudkicker
performance and attendance. willing to commit to this dedication, please Rocketcow
Belal
express your interest by posting in the forums
Zouljin
2. Starters MUST post if they will not be able on appropriate thread or by letting Belal or one
to attend a raid. If there is a reason that is of the other officers know for further instruc- Melee
private, speak to Belal personally and state tion. Meowcake
such in your post. All posts must have a Moyder
reason listed and those stated as having Please note that at this time the list is full but Bones
spoken as having talked to Belal, this will be that does not mean you won’t be considered Klades
in the future. Verith
verified with him. IF YOU DO NOT POST
Varona
AND YOU DO NOT SHOW, YOU WILL