Test Instance
The Test instance is a DragonRealms server dedicated to testing. It is where new systems are released for beta testing and commentary by a select group of players, before being incorporated into the "live" servers (Prime, Platinum, and The Fallen).
Current Status
December 10, 2013
The Test Instance is currently open to all subscribers for beta testing of DragonRealms 3.1, a major upgrade of many game systems.
Access
Access is normally available for Platinum Subscribers, Community Leaders, Mentors, and other players individually selected by the GameMasters.
Before major system upgrades, the test instance is typically opened up to all subscribers for final beta testing.
Special Commands
- WIPESPELL: Will delete all known spells, and allow rechoosing.
- TEST JUMP: Will move the user to Crossing Town Green.
- TEST SPECIAL: Restores Paladin soul and Thief confidence.
- HEALME: Will remove all damage. There is a timer on it.
- MANEUVER HELP: Shows a list of the new maneuvers.
- CHATTER ON/OFF: Controls the universal chat channel.
There are also special crystal shards used to move around.
Travel Shards
Found in central locations, the shards can be RUBbed to change their color, and then INVOKEd to travel.
| Red | The Crossing, Town Green North |
| Blue | Leth Deriel, Sana'ati Dyaus Drui'tas |
| Green | Riverhaven, Theren Way |
| Yellow | Shard, Katamba's Crescent Road |
| Grey | Ratha, Redthorne Square |
| Violet | Aesry Surlaenis'a, Staho Pivo'hrr'schu'Mus |
| Purple | Wharf End, Mer'Kresh |
| Black | Seneca's Fruitstand (Near Theren) |
| Pink | Tiger Clan Home, Dirt Pathway |
| Fuchsia | Vela'Tohr Edge, Secluded Grove |
| Turquoise | Gate to Hibarnhvidar |
| Canary | Boar Clan, Split-Log Path |
| Golden | Muspar'i, Great Gate Square |
Notes
Experience and items gained or lost in the Test instance have no effect on your character in the live game.
Typically, character files will be copied over from the relevant instance into Test en masse, and may be recopied without notice as the GM's see fit and as testing circumstances warrant.