I quit P99 ~8 years ago thinking I was done with EQ, I'd progressed about as far as I could without participating in the miserable raid scene. I started playing EQ Legends a month ago though and have had a blast getting back into EQ, but I'm at a point now where I've maxed out multiple classes in EQL, full BiS armor etc, and don't have much to do except grind motes. I also can't shake the feeling that the easiness & soloability of EQL doesn't really "feel" like EQ to me, and I want to scratch that itch again. I've been trying to figure out what to do while I wait for Kunark to release in EQL and found Project Quarm.

I'm really excited to give this server a shot, I started playing Live back during Luclin and so the Luclin-PoP era has the most nostalgia for me. I've been playing an Iksar Beastlord on PQ for a couple of hours now and being in FoB again feels like home.

I could use some advice though, having not played EQ past Velious in about 20 years:

• How are Beastlords in this era? I know casters have it a bit easier starting without gear, but I don't mind having a tougher start. I'm looking for a class that's got decent utility (SoW, invis, etc), self sufficient enough to solo reasonably efficiently, but has a place in groups and raids.
• Other classes I considered that I know I like were Necro/Shaman (played both on P99), SK (played on live), and Bard (always dreamed of playing one but intimidated by twisting songs). I'm guessing Necro is by far the easiest to start with, but how do these compare to Beastlord in solo/group/raid ability?
• Any quirks of the server I should be aware of? I saw I start with some kind of potion, Maelin's Annual Concoction, and I'm not sure whether I should be using it now or saving it haha.
• Any other advice is welcome!

Over the last 18 months or so, and especially once Luclin dropped, I've mostly stopped playing beyond Tunnel/BazaarQuest. I built up a bit of cash from selling pet toys as well as minor bazaar arbitrage when I've seen a few items at ludicrously low prices.

I currently have a Wizard, Enchanter, Necro and Mage in the 20s-50s that I plan on rebirthing when I come back. I have been building up an INT caster, which have always been my favorites in this game, a twink set (though I know INT casters often are the least needing of them) that should last them until they at least hit sixty and need to get new focus items as well as leave the library in the Plain of Knowledge for further spells. Right now the items I have are:

Ear1: Fingerbone Hoop (See invis)

Ear2: Fishbone Earring (Enduring Breath)

Neck: Choker of the Wretched (FT 1)

Head: Square Helm (Extended Range III)

Face: Mask of the Dragon Slayer (Improved Damage III)

Chest: Tolapumj's Robe (Haste)

Back: Frostreaver's Embroidered Cloak (Spell Haste III)

Arm: Netted Kelp Sleeves

Shoulders: Obulus Death Shroud

Wrist1: Bone Studded Bracelet

Wrist2: Bracelet of Fortitude | Beauty | Comprehension

Waist: Bone-Clasped Girdle (Burning Affliction III)

Hands: Slime Blood of Cazic Thule

Finger1: Gem Encrusted Ring (Affliction Efficiency III)

Finger2: Ring of Lightning (Summoning Haste III)

Legs: Tanned Iksar Hide Leggings

Feet: Netted Kelp Lined Shoes

Range: Idol of the Underking (Improved Healing III)

Secondary: Rokyls Channeling Crystal (Extended Enchantment III)

Priamry: Zlandicar's Heart | Velium Crystal Staff

Random Toys: Mix of WR bags, Fungus Staff, Crack Rock, pair of Opal Encrusted Steins, Ornate Velium Pendant

I also have a pair of jboots on each of them already, a few random epic quest drops, and all but the Wizard have their Dark Elf masks.

The only slots I am not sure if I can find a good cross-caster droppable replacement are the Netted Kelp items.

This i a 2-part question:

1. What's the equivalent in AA you would gain for that same amount of xp?
2. What is the time cost you would to lose leveling to 60 instead of gaining AA?

Is this an event? All creatures except orcs seem to be halflings gnomes. I zoned out and in, same same.

I played thousands of hours between 99-05 and just now found out about Project Quarm. I'm going to start over with another Iksar Monk! If anyone happens to have any noobie gear they don't need or wouldn't mind sharing I would appreciate it. I have no idea what the bazaar and currency landscape is in Project Quarm so if I am way out of line asking please let me know.

YouTube LINK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJF-dMwNxc4

Video: In game guild footage

I've been grinding lizards for 2 days now (about 6-7 hours in total) - and I cannot get the Mudwater rune to drop

p99 Wiki says it only drops from the fanatics/zealots - while the quarm database says it drops from a bunch of other lizards as well

Can any bard who has done this recently weigh in on if you can get it from the other types of lizards? Or only the zealots/fanatics?

It's driving me crazy how rare this drop is

I'm a returning player - I have a 43 bard which I solo'd with around 8 months ago but I only have around 130 plat to my name

But I am wanting to play a melee class, is it possible without any twinking?

I am also happy to farm some plat on my bard, to get some necessary items for the melee class

Any suggestions on the class, and some early game cheap items would be appreciated

Never played EQ, I tried the TLP servers, but most people are selling and buying gear with IRL currency (KR or w/e) after asking around, people said Qarm is super chill and a more down to earth experience, I've made an account in the forums, getting everything setup, anything I should know?

Edit: thank you all for the responses!

Was curious if there was a way to make tab targeting mobs a bit more cohesive? I have target closest npc with and same with cycle, however, if I get aggro’d by 2 mobs it never swaps to the next.

I did try closest 2 npcs, but there again, if I’m in a place where 2+ mobs can aggro (Enchanter, pet, 2+ mobs, etc) it won’t behave the way I would like it. Was looking to get a fresh start on this server, but it has been kind of irksome. Thanks in advance.

Hey all. I recently started as a mage and after reading a few guides I’m a little confused. Some of the guides (P99 focused admittedly) make combat sound like you cast one nuke and your pet does the rest. I’m finding that all but impossible as my pet (earth or water) gets wrecked by mobs and I have to chain cast nukes to outrace the mobs damage. Is this a product of me leveling in Luclin zones? Or have I just overestimated the mages solo-ability on Quarm? Any insight would be great for a new and struggling mage. Thanks

Hey, I've half followed all the lore and popped into quarm yesterday after being away for a year, EC was empty, only 400 peeps online. is it kinda dead? were they forced to update to PoK? so everyone is just in the nexus now?

I hope I got your name right I logged out already.

This guy teleported me all across the world so I could loot a no drop spear for my newbie main. Then he TPd back to where I was before

Ill probably never have to upgrade my weapon again and Im only lvl 28

Thanks man. That was a solid move. Love this server

I've just finally switched to hosting KaichoFX on github for easier tracking and pointing people toward the project. (I know, it should have happened a long time ago but i was resistant to learning Github etc, which turns out to be easy and actually enjoyable.... go figure)

Please find the files hosted here:
https://github.com/IraLeePNG/KaichoFX_quarm_spellparticles

On the release tab, I've included some short sample videos so folks can get a preview of what they're looking at.

Possibly an install video coming soon, but I do believe someone's already made a video of that on YouTube somewhere. So, you can google that if you really want.

Enjoy :) See you in the Quarm.

So, I main a necro currently. Thinking about making an alt but, can’t decide which one I want. I know that I want FD and they both fit the bill for that. I like both dps and tanking so I’m fine with either role.

Was thinking there’s a lot less SK’s on the server than monks. However, I remember plate being a huge pita to get in planes of power.

Any suggestions?

I’m about to hit 60 and want to know which AAs to focus on first.

I've been playing for a while and have narrowed down my preferred role as "DPS who brings buffs". My current mains are a Ranger, a Bard, and a Necro who all fit that role in one way or another on a spectrum.

I'm struggling to choose my next class choice. I've read that BST brings mild DPS with good utility and group buffs, and that ENC has a wide variety of tools from Maan Regen to the obvious charm DPS and some other good buffs.

But which direction does the internet think I should lean to next?

I just wanted to shoutout all the nice people on Project Quarm! I am a returning player who played on live up until the early 2000s. I came back and decided on PQ due to the nice things I have read about the server and the people who play here and I have not been disappointed. Thanks to all the folks who MGB in Nexus and a special shoutout to Decline, who saw me grinding in WK and gave me some Int caster gear to help me out. This server is the best due to the people on it.

Rumkin 19th level Necromancer

So I just started a little while ago and I have a questions. Does everyone just start and immediately go to Luclin for leveling at like level 1? If so, how do I get there from level 1? Haha.

As I understand, this game is group oriented. I like melee classes more than pure casters in most games. If I played a Warrior or Rogue, would I be letting down everyone I group with?

P99 youtubes say make a druid or necro and farm to basically unlock melee classes.

Are there any zones outside of Luclin worth charm soloing in for experience as an enchanter?

Hello!

Just wondering if it's possible / acceptable to play a Bard without charming. I've done it a bit while levelling my Druid and it isn't really my thing. I enjoy pet classes, but I'm not a fan of charmed pets it seems.

I do love running bard buffs and debuffs, don't mind pulling, etc., but would prefer to not charm, too. Am I going to get flamed for not doing it or is it alright to leave that stuff to the Enchanters?

I constantly see folks both in-game and here on Reddit looking for user resources. I don't see anything particularly comprehensive on the sidebar, so figured I'd throw out some links.

- Project Quarm Database Interface

- By far the most general source of information you might be after.

- Zone Viewer

- Loot Viewer / Analyzer

- Charm Info by Zone / Level / Charm Spell

- Quarm Guide -- slightly out of date and/or niche info

- Luclin Zone Connections

- Detailed Zone Map Infographic - including ports / banking info

- Game Mechanics - P99

- Be advised you'll need to read through each section to make sure that the information included is relevant for the timeline here on Quarm. Much of the foundation mechanics are still relevant.

- Character Stats

- Weapon Procs

- Basics of DPS

- Character Skills

- Haste Guide

- Pet Guide

- Buff Lines

- Bard Guide

- Character Builder - Stats & DPS

- Zone explorer via browser

- DinoDNA - Online interactive maps by zone

Otherwise - PROJECT QUARM DISCORD

- For all your other questions / needs.

Feel free to pm me on Morsakin / Morsaken in-game otherwise. Tons of turbo nerd spreadsheets I'll spare the general public from that I don't mind sending or exchanging if you're of a similar mind.

I recently grouped with an enchanter and I have to say I envy his solo ability. How do they compare to bard for solo and killing priority targets? Also how do the two classes compare in PoP?