How to Play Gatheryn

MOVEMENT

To explore the world of Gatheryn, you will need to travel, on foot, through the cities and countrysides of Elymia. This can be done with the:

• Mouse: Hold down both the left and right mouse buttons to make your character run forward. Moving the mouse while running will allow you to turn your character, and the camera, in any direction.

• Keyboard: Use the arrow keys to make your character run. Use the Up Arrow to run forward, the Down Arrow to step backward, and the Left and Right Arrows to turn left or right, respectively.

• Mouse and Keyboard: Move your character forward or backward with the W and S keys, respectively, and use the A and D keys to move sideways left or right. The camera can be turned in any direction by holding the right mouse button and moving the mouse; your character will automatically turn to face the same direction.

While traveling through Elymia, you may wish to get somewhere in a hurry – or even slow down and enjoy the scenery. To run faster, hold down the Shift key while you press the movement keys. To slow down and walk, hold down the Control key.

To jump a short height into the air, press the Space Bar while running or standing still.

Performing actions in Gatheryn is accomplished with a simple click of the mouse. Point the mouse cursor at anything interactive in the game world, and click on it. To find out whether or not someone or something is interactive, point the cursor at it, and look for a pop-up window or a brighter color. This will allow you to talk to Elymians, sit in chairs, play at a mini-game station, shop for new items, and more!

If you don't seem to be interacting with a highlighted object, try moving your character closer before you click.

NPC INTERACTION

Gatheryn is home to a number of interesting people, including the shopkeepers, workers, and prominent citizens of Elymia. These characters are called NPCs, or "Non-Player Characters," because they're not controlled by other Gatheryn players.

In many cases, you can interact with these NPCs simply by clicking on them. Roll your cursor over an NPC, and if they light up, they have something to say! Click on them to strike up a conversation. This will allow you to be served at shops, gossip with the townsfolk, or learn some clues about Elymia's mysteries.

When you click on an NPC, they will speak to you in a pop-up window which lets you know what they're saying and doing. Read their dialogue carefully... they may let a secret slip, or they may even ask you to do them a favor for a handsome reward!

At the bottom of the window, you can click the button which contains your desired response to the NPC. When they are done speaking with you, the window will close; you can also end the conversation at any time by clicking the "X" in the top right corner.

Many NPCs in Gatheryn could use a helping hand with their problems or desires. If you see a character with a red exclamation point floating above them, then they have something important on their mind!

Interact with these NPCs and listen carefully to what they have to say. You may find yourself doing them a small favor, or even helping them to carry out a secret plan – and they may have a reward for you.

ITEMS

In the world of Gatheryn, your character will amass a collection of helpful items, from ultra-modern Elymian clothing, to rejuvenating food and drink, and beyond. Managing and interacting with these items will allow you to put them to use!

To examine your current items, check your Inventory by pressing the I key. You will see the items you are currently holding, as well as how much silver you are carrying.

As you acquire articles of clothing, you may interact with them in your inventory in order to wear them. To wear a piece of clothing or an accessory from your inventory, double-click its icon with the left mouse button.

To examine your current clothing or remove an item, use the equipment panel with the U key. You will see the items you are currently wearing. To remove clothing, double-click an icon; the item will move back to your inventory.

To consume food and drink, select the edible/potable item in your inventory, and then click it with the right mouse button; your character will eat or drink the item. Food grants a health benefit immediately, while drinks take a little while to fully "kick in." Try different meals to see which ones grant the most health!

HEALTH

As you spend time working and playing in the world of Gatheryn, your character will find himself slowly losing strength. Take care to give yourself a break before fatigue overwhelms you!

At the top-left of your screen, you will see a red bar underneath your name. This represents your remaining stamina. To check exactly how much health you have left, point the mouse at the bar for a numerical readout.

Health will slowly decrease on its own while you are in the game, and it will also take a small dip every time you play a minigame. If it drops below 50%, you won't be able to sprint with the SHIFT key anymore -- and if it runs out entirely, you won't be able to move faster than a walk!

To regain health, you can let your character sit down, by typing /sit in the chat bar, or clicking the "Sit" command in your hotbar (SHIFT + H). This will replenish health at a very slow rate.

To rejuvenate yourself faster, give your character something to eat or drink! Buy or collect an edible item, and then right-click on its icon in your inventory to consume it.

NAVIGATION

The Mini-Map, displayed at the top-right of your screen, is a helpful tool for finding your way around in the world of Gatheryn. It shows a bird's-eye view of your immediate surroundings, and will always rotate so that the camera is pointing at the top of the map. You can also zoom in and zoom out by clicking on the + and - buttons, respectively.

Look for helpful dots on your Mini-Map to find what you're looking for. Blue dots indicate NPCs, green dots indicate other players. You can also hide the Mini-Map, or make it reappear, by pressing Shift + M.

To find your way around the Elymian Isles, you can consult the World Map, a display of the entire island you are currently on. To view the World Map, press the M key.

Different districts in cities will be separated by color, allowing you to find your way based on district names (which appear underneath your Mini-Map). You can also locate shops, mini-games, (etc) by clicking the appropriate icon on the map's toolbar. To zoom in or zoom out, click the + or - buttons. You can also scroll across the map by clicking the navigation buttons. To re-center the map on your location, press the character button.

To find landmarks, shops, and activities throughout the Elymian Isles, use the various icons on the World Map toolbar. You can point the cursor at any icon on the map to get more information about that location.

Shops: Look here to find the latest in Elymian craftsmanship, from fine clothing, to elegant furniture, to nutritious delicacies!

Mini-Games: Looking for something to do? Head for these spots to play one of Gatheryn's many Mini-Games for fun and profit!

MINI-GAMES

Gatheryn contains several casual puzzles and challenges, called "Mini-Games," scattered across various locations throughout the Elymian Isles. Most of these games can help you earn Silver, achievements, and high scores.

To find a Mini-Game spot, check your World Map (Shift + M) and click the Mini-Game icon. Each location contains a different Mini-Game, so be sure to explore them all!

Each of Gatheryn's Mini-Games is played differently from the others. They can all be played simply by using the mouse and keyboard.

To learn about a specific Mini-Game, travel to its location, and start playing the game by clicking on the appropriate interactive object. A game screen will appear, signaling that you are ready to play. Click on the "How to Play" button in the game screen's menu, and you'll be able to see the instructions for that specific game. Good luck!

SOCIALIZING

While playing Gatheryn, you won't just be meeting the residents of Elymia. You'll also be interacting with your fellow OutWorlders -- in other words, other Gatheryn players across the world!

Communicating with other players can be accomplished through the chat bar, located at the bottom-left of your screen. Simply type in your message, and press the RETURN key to chat with the other inhabitants of Gatheryn.

Four chat tabs, located under the chat bar, will control who hears your messages. The Public tab will send your message to every player in the same area as you. The Friends tab will send your message to every player on your Friends List that is online. The Private tab will allow you to designate a single player to receive your message; type their name in the small window at the left of the chat bar. The Game tab will let you send a message to everybody in the game, much like a general chat room.

To stop receiving messages from any of these sources, click the checked box on the tab you no longer wish to hear. To start receving those messages again, simply click the box a second time.

The Social window in Gatheryn will allow you to create a Friends List, and keep track of your favorite players in the game. It will also allow you to avoid the players you would rather not speak to.

To open your Social window, press the O key. This will show you the online status and location of any player in your Friends List. To add a player to your Friends List, type their name into the area at the bottom of the Social window. Or, to stop receving messages from a player, click on the "Ignore" tab, and enter their name the same way.

MAIL

The Elymian Islands are home to an advanced, steam-powered system of pressurized pipes, allowing citizens to send letters and small parcels via mail post. As a new resident, this system is available to you, as well, free of charge!

To use the mail system, open your Mail window by pressing the N key. Here, you can see messages that you have received, written, or sent to other players, by clicking on the "Received," "Outgoing," and "Sent" tabs, respectively. You can read the contents of any message by selecting it from the list, and you can write replies or forward the messages, or simply delete them, with the marked buttons.

To write a new letter, click on the "Compose" button at the bottom of the Mail window. Simply fill out the name of the player you wish to mail, add a subject line, and then type the contents of your letter in the open space below. Click "Save" when you're done, and your letter is ready to drop in the mail!

You can mail your letters at any Mail Kiosk on Elymia, and the Elymian Post Office will ferry it off on a cloud of pressurized gas! To drop off your mail, simply locate a Mail Kiosk, and interact with it by clicking the left mouse button upon it. You will be prompted to send all of your outgoing letters -- and you will receive any mail that may be waiting for you, as well.

When you have mail waiting to be picked up, an envelope icon will appear in the upper-left corner of your screen. Simply visit the nearest Mail Kiosk to pick up your letters!