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Title: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Ouch on December 31, 2010, 06:27:35 PM
I started with Aces High almost on the first day the servers opened.  I moved over from Air Warrior to "Confirmed Kill" when HiTech started up.  Then to Warbirds, then to Aces High.

Several years ago, I got badly burned out and stopped flying.   After several months, I eventually closed the account.

On a whim today, I decided, "What the hell, lets go look again.  See what has changed and possibly start flying again."

I had figured that after this long (somewhere between 2 and 4 years) that I would at least get a 2 weeks free trial again.

But nope, they system decided "Hey, this guy was once paying us, he should IMMEDIATELY start paying again."  Just because I was honest and put in my real name and address.

Come on HTC, you should flush the buffers once in a while so that your old customers can get a new taste and maybe come back.

:-/

---------------
Ouch
Blue Knights, retired
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Ouch on December 31, 2010, 06:34:34 PM
Hmm, I may have been a little hasty there.  I now have a vague memory of doing this sometime last year (2008/2009).  Maybe it hasn't been THAT long since I got a free 2 weeks.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Scotch on December 31, 2010, 06:40:30 PM
Our great creator, goddess of earth, forgives her child.


(http://www.thesacredfeminine.com/img/earth-goddess.JPG)
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: TheBug on December 31, 2010, 06:45:40 PM
When AH came out I was still flying Warbirds and continued for a couple years before I finally made the switch to AH.  In that time I did a couple two week trials, usually at the time of a new, big release.  I'd get the same message, but I would just email them and tell them that I am interested in checking out the new features.  Each time they gave me a new trial.  So my recommendation would be instead of posting here, trying asking them politely via email.  Hopefully they will be as accommodating to you as they were to me.  :salute


Not so sure after that post though.....  ;)
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: grizz441 on December 31, 2010, 06:51:59 PM
U should just call them up and see if you can get another 2 week trial.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: bj229r on December 31, 2010, 06:58:25 PM
You're an adult, give em the !oscar$ing 15 bucks. That doesn't even cover 2 meals at Arbys
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: jocrp6 on December 31, 2010, 07:22:11 PM
   I bet you'll still fly to the wrong base every once in a while,  lol
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Tyrannis on December 31, 2010, 08:02:24 PM
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f385/xxREXxx_01/Thou_mad.jpg)
 
 :D sorry, been looking for an excuse to use this pic lol.




Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: BiPoLaR on December 31, 2010, 09:05:39 PM
Hmm, I may have been a little hasty there.  I now have a vague memory of doing this sometime last year (2008/2009).  Maybe it hasn't been THAT long since I got a free 2 weeks.
Just your old age getting the best of ya. :old:
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: A8TOOL on December 31, 2010, 10:42:29 PM
Played AW in 94 until end then came here to Aces with much of our group from the MAW. Don't remember the free two weeks then but played until Aug 99 came back in early 2000 for the 2 weeks, left in 2002 came back in 2007 got another two weeks and left in 2009.

I changed my address a few times in those years and possibly used different cred cards and certainly new computers which may have helped me get the two weeks.

I expect on my return I will get another two weeks and spend 2 more years playing before burnt.  

Whats this F3 mode in the main BS?? Is that whats going on now?? If so, chances are my burn rate may be increased. I also heard about map and capture complaints within the community. Working as a team is top on my AH agenda and If thats been whacked a bit I can see myself only playing for a couple months to get my fix on before retiring the game all over again.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Lusche on December 31, 2010, 10:44:25 PM

Whats this F3 mode in the main BS?? Is that whats going on now?? If so, chances are my burn rate may be increased.

There is nothing new, there has nothing changed regarding F3 and the main.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Ack-Ack on January 01, 2011, 02:25:54 AM
I started with Aces High almost on the first day the servers opened.  I moved over from Air Warrior to "Confirmed Kill" when HiTech started up.  Then to Warbirds, then to Aces High.

Several years ago, I got badly burned out and stopped flying.   After several months, I eventually closed the account.

On a whim today, I decided, "What the hell, lets go look again.  See what has changed and possibly start flying again."

I had figured that after this long (somewhere between 2 and 4 years) that I would at least get a 2 weeks free trial again.

But nope, they system decided "Hey, this guy was once paying us, he should IMMEDIATELY start paying again."  Just because I was honest and put in my real name and address.

Come on HTC, you should flush the buffers once in a while so that your old customers can get a new taste and maybe come back.

:-/

---------------
Ouch
Blue Knights, retired

Wow...another long time BK has come out of the wood work.  If you shoot off an email to HTC, I'm sure they might give you another free trial to check out the new changes.

ack-ack
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: zack1234 on January 01, 2011, 06:50:00 AM
how old are you? and what do you think of the game after returning? :old:
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SuperDud on January 01, 2011, 07:23:11 AM
If I recall correctly Ouch is 76. That still makes him 23 years younger than laz. And 1 of the younger bks in general.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Furball on January 01, 2011, 07:28:40 AM
If I recall correctly Ouch is 76. That still makes him 23 years younger than laz. And 1 of the younger bks in general.

 :lol  :aok
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: zack1234 on January 01, 2011, 07:34:52 AM
76 is the new 50 :salute
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: R 105 on January 01, 2011, 08:52:36 AM
 Oh heck just pay the $14.95 and be done with it. Where else are you going to find this much entertainment for less the 15 bucks a month. It cost $10.00 to go to a 2 hr move now days. LOL
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Max on January 01, 2011, 09:22:12 AM
The BK's are up to something :t
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SunBat on January 01, 2011, 10:49:16 AM
I started with Aces High almost on the first day the servers opened.  I moved over from Air Warrior to "Confirmed Kill" when HiTech started up.  Then to Warbirds, then to Aces High.

Several years ago, I got badly burned out and stopped flying.   After several months, I eventually closed the account.

On a whim today, I decided, "What the hell, lets go look again.  See what has changed and possibly start flying again." 

I had figured that after this long (somewhere between 2 and 4 years) that I would at least get a 2 weeks free trial again.

But nope, they system decided "Hey, this guy was once paying us, he should IMMEDIATELY start paying again."  Just because I was honest and put in my real name and address.

Come on HTC, you should flush the buffers once in a while so that your old customers can get a new taste and maybe come back.

:-/

---------------
Ouch
Blue Knights, retired

Wow...another long time BK has come out of the wood work.  If you shoot off an email to HTC, I'm sure they might give you another free trial to check out the new changes.

ack-ack

Are u one of the almighty gods that I am to worship and believe that you did miracles in the days of old? 
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Furball on January 01, 2011, 11:13:52 AM
Are u one of the almighty gods that I am to worship and believe that you did miracles in the days of old? 


No, that one was Megadud.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SunBat on January 01, 2011, 11:56:56 AM
No, that one was Megadud.

I wish someone would make a list for me. I don't want to offend any of them.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Brooke on January 01, 2011, 12:42:54 PM
Hey, Ouch, come play in the upcoming scenario Battle Over Germany.  It will re-invigorate your AH mojo.  :aok

I'd be very happy to have you fly with me in III/JG1.

(http://www.electraforge.com/brooke/misc/aces_high/paintings_files/Air%2520Combat%2520Art%25200136.jpg)

More details here:

http://ahevents.org/scenario-current-or-next.html
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Dead Man Flying on January 01, 2011, 01:42:14 PM
I wish someone would make a list for me. I don't want to offend any of them.

Trust me, you don't offend us.  We're all quite flattered that you continue to form some emotional connection to a squad with a couple of active players left in it.

I'd say the feeling was mutual, but everyone knows that Drex is dead and emotionless inside.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SuperDud on January 01, 2011, 03:14:04 PM
I wish someone would make a list for me. I don't want to offend any of them.
Naw my friend.... offend away. Like I said we're old, we can't hear you on vox. Plus the text is to small to read. I think they should have the option to change the font to 50 myself.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: BiPoLaR on January 01, 2011, 04:16:12 PM
Naw my friend.... offend away. Like I said we're old, we can't hear you on vox. Plus the text is to small to read. I think they should have the option to change the font to 50 myself.
Watch it old man. You keep sitting there reading all this and you might break a hip. You know drex wont come see you on jello night at the home. And dedalot is my new bingo partner. So you are just out of luck.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SunBat on January 01, 2011, 05:28:10 PM
It's just a joke guise. I need something to write about so I can pad my post count and give my life meaning.

Edit: I forgot to say amen and it is my understanding that you say amen after u address gods.

Amen.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: grizz441 on January 01, 2011, 06:09:24 PM
Edit: I forgot to say amen and it is my understanding that you say amen after u address gods.

(http://www.multiplaying.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/lastcrusade-knight.jpg)
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: mensa180 on January 01, 2011, 06:17:46 PM
Sheesh, look at all the geezers who came out of the woodwork for this one.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: BiPoLaR on January 01, 2011, 06:32:10 PM
Sheesh, look at all the geezers who came out of the woodwork for this one.
I know. There is a nursing home missing a lot of residents somewhere.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: BillyD on January 01, 2011, 06:37:50 PM
A bunch of old people f@#$# like rabbits....it was disgusting to say the least.......
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Tyrannis on January 01, 2011, 06:55:23 PM
It's just a joke guise. I need something to write about so I can pad my post count and give my life meaning.

Edit: I forgot to say amen and it is my understanding that you say amen after u address gods.

Amen.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f385/xxREXxx_01/Becameagod.jpg)
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Tyrannis on January 01, 2011, 06:58:32 PM
A bunch of old people f@#$# like rabbits....it was disgusting to say the least.......

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yvEYKRF5IA&feature=fvw
 :D


Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SunBat on January 01, 2011, 07:19:48 PM
(http://www.multiplaying.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/lastcrusade-knight.jpg)

Lol. That is one extremely old bluish knight, you have chosen wisely.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: SunBat on January 01, 2011, 07:21:22 PM
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f385/xxREXxx_01/Becameagod.jpg)


Wow!  That is exactly the way I picture Ack-Ack in my mind's eye.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: W7LPNRICK on January 01, 2011, 07:25:00 PM
Naw my friend.... offend away. Like I said we're old, we can't hear you on vox. Plus the text is to small to read. I think they should have the option to change the font to 50 myself.

My wife claims it's selective hearing, but selective seeing...?  :old:
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Denholm on January 01, 2011, 09:37:41 PM
Wow, I think History just came to life. Nice to see so many familiar posters.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: bagrat on January 01, 2011, 10:32:52 PM
You're an adult, give em the !oscar$ing 15 bucks. That doesn't even cover 2 meals at Arbys

apparently somebody does not recall the 5 for $5 deal at arbys. thats right u could get 2 sandwiches a fry a apple pie and a drink all for $5, or whatever combo u want!
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Tyrannis on January 01, 2011, 10:59:58 PM
apparently somebody does not recall the 5 for $5 deal at arbys. thats right u could get 2 sandwiches a fry a apple pie and a drink all for $5, or whatever combo u want!

they have there own "doller" menu now.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Brooke on January 01, 2011, 11:37:43 PM
apparently somebody does not recall the 5 for $5 deal at arbys. thats right u could get 2 sandwiches a fry a apple pie and a drink all for $5, or whatever combo u want!

Unfortunately, that's not the regular pricing -- alas.  (Just had Arby's with wife Traci a few days ago.  Mmmmm.  And potato cakes, which are really the best giant tater tots of all time.)
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Ouch on January 02, 2011, 11:18:45 AM
Holy crap!  I didn't mean to empty the retirement home with that post!  And I'm not 76.

I just have a youthful demeanor.

The original post was not so much a complaint that I have to spend $15 to try it out again, but rather that HT might hook back in some more old timers if they would flush the system every once in a while so that the older guys who MIGHT balk at paying it would try it anyway.

(Oh and to the guys who were suggestion that I call HTC.  Umm, at 8:00pm.  Friday.  Christmas eve?  :t  Somehow I don't think HT would have liked that if I found his home number.   :mad:  :-)

Now, excuse me, I think I pulled a hamstring trying to pick up my joystick and the nurse says it's time for my sponge bath.

Say hello to Elvis for me, will you?

Ouch out (of his mind)

Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Muzzy on January 02, 2011, 11:26:10 AM
Nurse sponge baths....

you guys get all the perks.
Title: Re: Old vet, mildly annoyed
Post by: Slash27 on January 02, 2011, 11:26:28 AM
No, that one was Megadud.
I thought it was Grits?