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In Memoriam: Laura "Taera" Genender of CCP Games

by James Egan Aug 17th 2008 at 9:00AM

Filed under: Sci-fi, EVE Online, Events, real-world, MMO industry

A sad announcement was made last night by CCP Games, that EVE Online's Associate Community Manager has passed away. Laura "Taera" Genender was one of the newest faces at CCP Games, and was well-known for her work over the years at MMORPG.com. The loss of this respected member of the gaming community is best summed up by someone who knew her; CCP Wrangler had the sobering task of informing EVE players of her passing:

"It is with the deepest sorrow that we share with you the news about the passing of Associate Community Manager Laura "Taera" Genender. Although she was with us only for a short time, she connected with our community through her selfless grace and enthusiasm. Even before she joined our team, her professionalism at MMORPG.com elevated the state of our industry and made us all stronger because of it. Our thoughts and our hearts are with her family. Though you may not have ever had the pleasure of meeting her, we ask that you include them in your thoughts as well."

Laura Genender had only been with CCP Games for a short time, building on an established reputation as a game journalist and community manager. Massively extends its condolences to Laura's family and friends.

Tags: ccp, ccp-games, ccp-taera, ccp-wrangler, eve, eve-online, laura-genender

Starr Long talks Tabula Rasa's future

by Eli Shayotovich Dec 13th 2007 at 6:30PM

Filed under: Sci-fi, Expansions, Interviews, Tabula Rasa

Laura Genender, community manager for MMORPG.com, recently spoke with Starr Long, producer for Tabula Rasa, about the future of this sci-fi fragfest. What they have planned will most assuredly keep players coming back for more. Here are some of the highlights:

Control Points will eventually be controllable by clans, and yes - other clans can then challenge them for it. This will be absolutely huge!
A revamp of the Logos tablet seems imminent. For starters, players will be able to hear the entire story of the Eloha all at once instead of just bits and pieces at a time.
Higher end game areas are being planned and "big plans" are in store for upper level content, some of which is already being worked on for release in near-future patches.
A crafting revamp will occur early next year based on player feedback.
Within the next few months they hope to release more new level 50 instances, Hybrids, PAUs, and the Clan ownership of Control Points. Just to name a few.

For the complete manifest of new features, be sure to read the entire interview with Starr Long on MMORPG.com.

Tags: destination-games, laura-genender, mmorpg.com, ncsoft, richard-garriott, starr-long, tabula-rasa, TR