LegendMUD is a text-based virtual world, or MUD (Multi-User Dungeon) based on "the world the way they thought it was." It's history with a twist: the game's world and its areas are based on real places on earth, but whatever the people of that age believed in is real on Legend.
This means that if you travel to ancient Ireland, when the natives believed that magical sidhe roamed the forests, you may stumble upon their enchanted kingdoms deep beneath the emerald canopies. Venture too far out to sea where the old sailors believed "Here There Be Dragons", and you just may find yourself face to face with a sea serpent. The mythological adventures of Odysseus, the kami of Japan, the foggy, murderous streets of the 19th century Port of London, the infamy of the pirate Blackbeard...at Legend, they all await you.
What's more, your own character may be imbued with the very abilities spoken of in those days: the magic of storied Arabia, the unrivaled swordsmanship of medieval knights, or the crack shooting of the American Wild West.
Three great eras of time are present in Legend: the Ancient, Medieval, and Industrial periods, each with a full complement of areas that you can walk through and explore, based on history, myth and famous literature, and inhabited by villians and monsters, heroes and ordinary folk. This is no ordinary mud, but rather one filled with adventures in a place both familiar and strange.
LegendMUD opened officially on February 14, 1994, and has been operating continually since then. It was derived from DikuMUD, though it has been heavily modified over the years to the point where its codebase is now almost completely customized. As of Spring 2007, Legend has over 8,000 rooms making up over 50 areas.
One of Legend's goals is to provide a flexible environment where all different types of MUDders can find the type of gameplay they want. Whether your taste is for hack 'n' slash, roleplay, playerkill, or some combination of all three, Legend has many tools and features to allow you to enjoy the game the way you like it. You'll find details on all of them in the following subsections.
Playing the Game - Those who are brand new should begin here. In this important section you'll find detailed information on how to get started on LegendMUD, including basic commands, the magic system, quests, and our FAQ and Newbie Guide for new players. You should also visit our New Player sectionYou'll also be able to connect right from your browser.
Roleplay - Adventure, conflict, romance, and good company...these are what a true roleplayer seeks. Click here to learn about the wide variety of features and methods of expression that Legend can provide.
Playerkilling - For many players, there is simply no substitute for the challenge of facing off against a human opponent who can outwit, outmaneuver, and adapt to changing battle conditions. Within you'll find info on Legend's PK system and how to turn yourself into a finely honed killing machine.
The Housing System - Why spend restless nights at a cold inn, when you (or your clan) can own your very own corner of the MUD with decor (and defenses) you choose? Open lots are available today.
The Clan System - Traveling across nations and centuries can be a lonely affair by oneself. Join a clan, and know that companionship and protection are never far away.
Games - Every so often, we all need a break from the level grind, to let loose and have fun. Legend's immortal staff and players run a host of games to amuse and bemuse, which you'll find info on here.
Many players have written testimonials about LegendMUD--if you'd like to get a sense of what people who play say about the game, this is the place to go! Check out the testimonials!
A unique array of features makes this mud special. We've gathered together
descriptions of a few of the more notable aspects of Legend into a handy tour guide through
the features that make this a mudding experience like no other.
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