Staying Safe in Sosaria
Description
For both new and experienced veterans, there is much to learn and keep in mind when exploring the lands of Sosaria on UO Forever. The following guide is a run through the most common "gotchas", tips and tricks for staying safe.
Protect Prized Pets
Rare pets, particularly Meta Pets are very attractive targets for griefers who will try to lure your pet away. If a pet is lured away to a house you are not friended to and you cannot find it, the pet will unbond within 8 hours. In the case of a Meta Pets it will return to its original egg form, thus losing all experience and relics in the process! To avoid this disastrous situation, be sure to:
- Link your pet to a Pet Summoning Ball
- Regularly stable your pet if you are going to be away from your computer. Stable it if you are logging out!
- Regularly check who is friended to your house and check all teleporter / door security to prevent unwanted visitors
Pet Summoning Ball
This blessed item lets you link a bonded pet and summon it to you using Power of Translocation. The ball and powder can both be bought from Nadine the Exotic Item Donation Vendor. The ball costs just 1500 Donation Coin. A small investment to give you peace of mind that you can summon your pet at any time. Even with this item, it is highly recommended that you stable your pet regularly, particularly if you plan to be away from your computer for an extended period of time.
Bindings of Devotion
If you are particularly worried about losing your pet, you can purchase Bindings of Devotion from Nadine the Exotic Item Donation Vendor. This costs 10,000 Donation Coin and extends the period that the pet stays loyal to 24 hours. This certainly isn't an essential item but can provide a little extra peace of mind.
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Pet Ball Vendor
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Stable Warning
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Bindings of Devotion
Britain Safe Trading Zone
The area inside and on the rooftop of West Britain Bank has been designated a safe area. Upon entering the area, a message will appear saying that "You have entered the Britain Safe Trading Zone". Within this area you can trade without having to worry about thieves. You also cannot be attacked within this area. Be warned however, outside of those walls, you are at the mercy of Britannia's dextrous thieves. If you are meeting someone to trade, you are advised to drop the item off in you bankbox at a quieter banking first. Many an item has been lost as players rushed with the valuables in their backpack.
You will also find that many stand on top of the bank to show off their fanciest attire or gate to their vendor shop. While it is safe to leave your character there, you are advised to stable your pets if you are to go "AFK" for a long period of time.
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Safe Trading Zone Roof
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Safe Trading Zone Inside
