1. Getting Started

New Player Guide

Your dream begins here.

Welcome, Dreamer.

Whether you're brand new to MUDs or a seasoned adventurer from the worlds beyond, Mystavaria invites you into a realm of dreams. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to begin your journey: from creating your character to navigating the world, learning skills, building your legacy, and immersing yourself in rich, player-driven stories.

There's no need to memorise everything at once — you can revisit any part of this guide as you play. Take your time, explore, and above all: make your dreams reality.

📚 Guide Contents

Below is an overview of each section in the New Player Guide. We recommend reading them in order your first time through.

  1. Creating a Character
    Learn how to choose a fantasy-appropriate name, write a short description, and customise your character's appearance. This section also covers clothing, equipping gear, and tips on staying in-character.
  2. The Tutorial: Arborvella & Awakening
    What happens after you enter the game? This section walks you through the guided tutorial: where you'll awaken, how to interact with NPCs, and how to discover your skills, profession, and next steps in the realm.
  3. Interacting with the World
    A practical overview of how to use commands such as LOOK, GET, OPEN, WEAR, EXAMINE, and the general manipulation of objects and the environment around you.
  4. Communication, Roleplay, & Immersion
    Learn how to talk to other players and NPCs using SAY, TELL, PUB, and MSG, plus special roleplay tools like EMOTEs, and how to distinguish between IC and OOC chat.
  5. Navigation & Movement
    Gain an understanding of compass directions, movement commands, operating doors and keys, hidden exits, in-game mapping, overcoming obstacles, the flight skill, and what to do if you get stuck.
  6. Experience & Progression
    Everything you need to know about your character's growth and progression within the game world: gaining experience, leveling up, learning skills, selecting a profession, joining organisations, and tracking accolades, ethos, and reputation.
  7. How to Earn Money
    Discover various ways to earn coins in Mystavaria: from quests and trade goods to gathering resources, crafting items, and providing services to other players.
  8. Organisations, Politics & Government
    Learn about cities, guilds, and clans — and how you can rise through the ranks within them. Includes information on joining these affiliations, earning promotions, becoming an elected official, forming settlements, and even ascending to leadership.
  9. Combat, Self-Defense, & PVP Basics
    Understand how to survive danger in Mystavaria. Learn how player death works, how to defend yourself, when and where PVP is allowed, and why conflict zones keep resources meaningful. This section also introduces safe zones, open world threat, and the importance of situational awareness.
  10. FAQs
    Quick answers to common questions about gameplay, etiquette, mechanics, commands, and troubleshooting.

🆘 Need help right away?

Try browsing our HELP section here or in-game, or join and ask in our friendly Discord community.

Mystavaria's HELP system is also loaded with answers — at least, the ones we thought you might need. It covers game mechanics, commands, lore, and more. Whether you're new, lost, or just wildly curious, it’s the best place to start.

Basic commands to navigate our HELP system:

  • HELP — Show all categories.
  • HELP HERE — Get info for your current location (tutorial areas only).
  • HELP <topic> — View help on a topic or command.
  • HELP SEARCH <keyword> — Search for a help files which contain the keyword.

🧙 Ready to Forge Your Destiny?

Your first step into Mystavaria starts with bringing your character to life. Who will you become — a wandering healer, a cunning rogue, a scholar of dark lore?

Take a few moments to shape your name, appearance, and identity. This is the beginning of your legend.

Begin Creating Your Character
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