Welcome to the Mycora Wiki, a portal to the world of text-based storytelling and multi-player gaming powered by the Mycora MUD game engine.
At Mycora, we're trying to break new ground by reviving the classic charm of Multi-User Dungeons (MUDs) with cutting-edge technology and - needless to say: a great passion for storytelling.
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MUDs (Multi-User Dungeons) emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s as some of the earliest forms of online multiplayer gaming. These games, often played through telnet or dedicated client programs, allowed players to navigate through virtual dungeons, interact with objects and characters, and collaborate or compete with other players across the network. The first MUD, "MUD1," was developed by Roy Trubshaw and Richard Bartle in 1978 at the University of Essex. It allowed multiple players to interact in a shared virtual environment using simple text commands. Following this, MUDs proliferated in academic and gaming communities, with notable examples like "AberMUD" and "LPMUD."
MUDs stand apart from other text-based games primarily due to their multiplayer, interactive, and persistent virtual worlds. MUDs often feature real-time communication between players through chat channels, forums, or in-game messaging systems. Players can communicate, collaborate, compete, and engage in various activities together. Unlike many single-player text-based games that reset or restart with each playthrough, MUDs maintain a persistent world that evolves over time. Changes made by players, such as building structures, completing quests, or affecting the economy, can persist and impact the overall game world.
MUDs contributed crucially to the evolution of massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs). They established fundamental concepts such as character progression, cooperative gameplay, and persistent worlds that shape many of today's online gaming experiences. And despite being one of the earliest forms of online multiplayer games, MUDs still remain relevant today for several compelling reasons. One is the depth of immersion they offer. Text-based descriptions engage players' imaginations, allowing for more elaborate mental imagery and narrative involvement compared to graphical games. For players who appreciate deep narratives and engaging gameplay without the need for graphics, MUDs provide a rich and satisfying gaming experience. The retro charm and simplicity of MUDs appeal to those seeking a departure from modern gaming trends, and the social aspect of MUDs, including player-run events, roleplaying, and shared experiences, continues to attract players seeking meaningful interactions in a virtual environment.
Mycora takes MUDs further by introducing innovative features that enhance gameplay and player agency:
These features aim to improve accessibility, immersion, player ownership, strategic depth, and overall appeal, ultimately positioning Mycora as a forward-thinking and innovative player in the MUD gaming space.
By integrating with Discord, a widely used platform with a familiar interface for many gamers, players can engage with the game seamlessly without the need for specialized software. The use of a visual web-based interface not only makes important information accessible at all times but also enhances the sense of connection with the character and their progression within the game. Players can view their character's stats, inventory, and remaining life points through graphical representations, and navigate the map's hexagonal grid by clicking on areas of the map, providing a more intuitive way to interact with the virtual environment. While graphical elements enhance immersion and accessibility, the core mechanics of interacting through text commands and narrative descriptions remain integral to the MUD experience.
Mycora MUDs uses blockchain technology to give players true ownership of their in-game characters, items, and progress. Players can choose to create NFT avatars that reflect their preferences and style and develop these characters, knowing that their progress is securely stored on a decentralized blockchain and IPFS. This allows NFT characters and assets to be used across different games on the Mycora platform and traded peer-to-peer among players or NFT collectors within the Ardor blockchain ecosystem. Also, clans can launch an external website and always be sure that only clan members can log in, even if they don't know them, elections can be held with 100% transparency, and in-game agreements can be uploaded and signed with blockchain ID's. If Mycora's servers are compromised or ever close down for any reason, none of this data is lost.