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"All games eventually close their servers regardless of whether online play is the primary source of income or not. When that occurs, the game's contribution to culture is effectively lost..."
And so were the words I read in the document that came the Vana Master folder. Sobering words that matched my sentiments exactly. 2 years ago I was looking for a way to recreate the experience I had as a teenager with Maplestory. Private servers were on the market for such an experience, but the thought of being at the whim of another individual didn't sit right with me. I wanted my character data to last and be safe. I particularly enjoyed version 75 and so I set out to create it. I had zero knowledge in the aspects of programming but I considered it all a learning experience. I was told in passing by Fraysa that an excellent way to get started would be to use Vana and start picking up C++. He mentioned that I should ask retep998 or LazyBui for help if I run into trouble. This I considered, but was more tempted with the lower hanging fruit via some old guides that evidently used the OdinTeh source to set up a server. So, instead of following the advice of Fraysa, I chose the latter path and began to get to work.
It was a messy experience, but I finally got it to work, only to soon after drop the project as the waves of life washed over me.
Recently however, life has calmed down. And my thoughts have returned to Maplestory. And in turn, my thoughts have returned to finally establishing a private server of my own.
The past week I have retraced the steps I took in the past. Again, it was a messy experience, but to my grand delight just a couple of days ago I finally logged into the server. It was a delight to run around on Maple Island and explore Victoria in my very own server. It made the hours of work worth it. I dare say it was even an addicting experience! However, as I went through some the game, I couldn't help but notice portions of it were missing. In particular the quests. This was a clear indication that more work needed to be done. Which I'm willing to do. But, before I jump in, I wanted to see if there was something that was more complete. It would lesson the work I had to do. And that is when I came across the post from Fraysa again.
He mentioned Vana, and exploring the information on it, it seems like a good choice for me to set up. My friends were rather dismayed when I told them that they will have to wait a little more time for us to get on and start playing together, but I figure this is worth it.
So I started to follow the guide on how to get it set up. It can be found
MariaDB I skipped because the download links on that site were not working, but using MariaDB didn't seem necessary anyway. I think I can use MySQL and be just fine, at least for the time being.
In addition, I also installed the "LazurBeemz" library pack. (Though, I'm still a little confused on exactly what it is or does.)
And then we got to step 6. One simple sentence: Download and run the queries from MCDB 4.3 for .75. It seems simple, but it has left me with some frustration. I open up the MySQL Query browser. I go to file, open script, and I then open the MCDB script. I then execute. (I'm assuming that's what "running the queries" is). And I'm left with errors. In particular a syntax error that I just cannot figure out.
My only guess was the double apostrophe after The Reporter\. So, I deleted one of them so it looks like: reporter\'s
But now... I get the following error. Still line 28.
I just cannot figure it out. I played around with the syntax a tad, but honestly I have no clue. I was wondering if you could maybe help me through this process?
Any help you give it very much so appreciated.
And so were the words I read in the document that came the Vana Master folder. Sobering words that matched my sentiments exactly. 2 years ago I was looking for a way to recreate the experience I had as a teenager with Maplestory. Private servers were on the market for such an experience, but the thought of being at the whim of another individual didn't sit right with me. I wanted my character data to last and be safe. I particularly enjoyed version 75 and so I set out to create it. I had zero knowledge in the aspects of programming but I considered it all a learning experience. I was told in passing by Fraysa that an excellent way to get started would be to use Vana and start picking up C++. He mentioned that I should ask retep998 or LazyBui for help if I run into trouble. This I considered, but was more tempted with the lower hanging fruit via some old guides that evidently used the OdinTeh source to set up a server. So, instead of following the advice of Fraysa, I chose the latter path and began to get to work.
It was a messy experience, but I finally got it to work, only to soon after drop the project as the waves of life washed over me.
Recently however, life has calmed down. And my thoughts have returned to Maplestory. And in turn, my thoughts have returned to finally establishing a private server of my own.
The past week I have retraced the steps I took in the past. Again, it was a messy experience, but to my grand delight just a couple of days ago I finally logged into the server. It was a delight to run around on Maple Island and explore Victoria in my very own server. It made the hours of work worth it. I dare say it was even an addicting experience! However, as I went through some the game, I couldn't help but notice portions of it were missing. In particular the quests. This was a clear indication that more work needed to be done. Which I'm willing to do. But, before I jump in, I wanted to see if there was something that was more complete. It would lesson the work I had to do. And that is when I came across the post from Fraysa again.
He mentioned Vana, and exploring the information on it, it seems like a good choice for me to set up. My friends were rather dismayed when I told them that they will have to wait a little more time for us to get on and start playing together, but I figure this is worth it.
So I started to follow the guide on how to get it set up. It can be found
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MariaDB I skipped because the download links on that site were not working, but using MariaDB didn't seem necessary anyway. I think I can use MySQL and be just fine, at least for the time being.
In addition, I also installed the "LazurBeemz" library pack. (Though, I'm still a little confused on exactly what it is or does.)
And then we got to step 6. One simple sentence: Download and run the queries from MCDB 4.3 for .75. It seems simple, but it has left me with some frustration. I open up the MySQL Query browser. I go to file, open script, and I then open the MCDB script. I then execute. (I'm assuming that's what "running the queries" is). And I'm left with errors. In particular a syntax error that I just cannot figure out.
Code:
insert into `block_chat_reason_data`(`id`,`reason`,`message`) values (1,'Foul Language','Foul language/Harrassment'),(2,'Advertising','Advertising websites'),(3,'Hack','Fake GM'),(4,'Account Trading','Trading or selling account'),(5,'Trading','Do not report fame scams and trade scams. '),(6,'Penalty Alert','The reporter\''s conversation is also subject to penalties.');My only guess was the double apostrophe after The Reporter\. So, I deleted one of them so it looks like: reporter\'s
But now... I get the following error. Still line 28.
I just cannot figure it out. I played around with the syntax a tad, but honestly I have no clue. I was wondering if you could maybe help me through this process?
Any help you give it very much so appreciated.
