"I'm really impressed by the military and economics systems. Having the
players create items themselves with commodities obtained through
control of territory is a brilliant idea and brings the game to a level
of interaction I haven't found anywhere else." - Charles C. aka Veyr

"Aetolia is like a steep drop from the highest rollercoaster you can
imagine." - Jan W. aka Mygale Corey

"Aetolia has many unique systems and a dedicated set of divine that
helps the realm keep a sense of continuity. The playerbase is dedicated
and realistic, offering a a near perfect blend of roleplaying and
innovative combat." - Chris G. aka Daskalos Aruvar

"Be ready to enter a world where you are given the power to rule! Aetolia
captivated me with its dynamic politics, mind-blowing economics,
exceptional creativity and challenging combat. Caution: Aetolia is
breathtaking!" - Raluca C. aka Ileana

"The most adrenalized and cerebral experience on the internet. Your hands will shake as you go into battle." - Alexander S. aka Iriaen Nessaja

"Imperian fosters a sense of belonging and reason to be there. Each player serves a purpose in at least some regards, be it with their own struggle with right and wrong, with leading a city to greatness, or with any of the other hundreds of stories that are continuously unfolding." - Salim B. aka Olaf

"Imperian is one of the most challenging, entertaining, and interesting games I've ever played. I've been playing since the beginning and don't see myself ever stopping. Once you start, you just can't stop." - Edna A. aka Elyse

"Imperian - Challenging, entertaining, and horribly addicting. You've been officially warned." - Rhonda H. aka Saadyia

"I don't think I've spent more time on anything else in my life, besides sleeping. Or maybe including sleeping." - Ben J. aka Nejii Talnara

"The most advanced game mechanics I have ever seen. Its somehow managed to make itself more addictive than Evercrack." - Sarah S. aka Akraasiel Tliwx

"Whether you're just getting into text-based games, or you're a veteran of many years, Lusternia feels tailor-made for you. The immersion is nearly complete as players and administrators alike strive to maintain the best possible gaming and roleplaying environment, and it is an experience like none other." - Marc W., aka Richter Carthan.

"Lusternia offers the whole package, dynamic roleplay, player run economies and politics and nonstop competition. If you're looking for a MUD that delivers and always has something to do then look no further." - Kiffany Rose aka Syrienne d'Illici.

"It's a very real world and very fascinating." - G4/TechTV

"I don't believe there's another game in existence with this much depth." - John Romero, Co-creator Doom and Quake

"A widely respected MUD that downplays the traditional monster bashing in favor of highly developed player vs. player politics, economics, and world affairs." - about.com

"Few virtual worlds with an immensely complicated combat system avoid being completely dominated by it -- Achaea is the best-known exception." -- Dr. Richard Bartle, Inventor of MUDs

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