Vanguard: Saga of Heroes Preview
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Ok, so now we've determined that you can quest in the traditional manner, and you can be a (creator-of-virtual-goods), is there anything else? Why yes, yes there is! Vanguard also has a diplomacy feature that is extremely nifty, but complex enough to defy my best efforts at a simple explanation. Suffice to say, you'll be able to reap rewards via skilful discussion. Using a sort of '˜mini-game' with cards that represent word phrases and expressions, you can parley with NPC's, negotiating for experience, loot, and faction. If you've always fancied the idea of being an oily-tongued courtier that manipulates the powerful from behind the scenes, then it appears as though this aspect of Vanguard was made especially for you. While I'm not certain how much diplomacy I would actually engage in, I must say I'm impressed that this is part of the overall experience.
