Guide [Issue 10] Edinburgh

[Ranger7 75]

Edinburgh

If you enjoy maps with baileys and castles like Fort Knox, you might have noticed a small change in the map list recently. Edinburgh is the new name for the latest and improved version of Fort Knox III. Here's my review and some interesting things you might want to know about Edinburgh.





What is it?

This map looks exactly as the old Fort Knox III appeared before the new change. It is really just an updated version of FKIII, with a slight increase in the amount of routes on the walls. The same old props, coloring, etc. are still there, but with an added route. Really, the only things that changed was the routes on the top of the walls, and the name. Of course, one other important thing changed - the game play.

What is its game play like?

Though you cannot play any Edinburgh Capture the Points yet, every other game mode is allowed, meaning that game play in Edinburgh is varied. This change really affected the CTF version the most, though DM and TDM are still affected. The main thing, of course, is the number of escape routes has suddenly increased, and now has twice as many escape routes than before, which surprisingly only had two. What affect does this have on game-play? Mainly, it means a small decrease in the amount of supplies usually spend in a normal supplies game that is played in most servers. Though it might not be much, still, the amount of supplies usually spent by the average tankman who played FKIII regularly is high. Basically, it is now a little less expensive to play this map. Another important thing for people who are eager to play this map in CTF mode, is the defense will now have to adjust slightly to fit in these new routes. Though most high caliber defenders probably won't have to worry about changing much, medium caliber defenders will have a whole new situation on their hands. This will probably mean that over time, medium caliber weapons will be used less and less over time in the defense, and higher calibers will definitely take the dominance in defending Edinburgh CTF. Lets go over some changes in DM and TDM though.



One main note on the game-play in Edinburgh is that, unlike FKIII, the main battle has switched places. Originally, the main battle was fought beneath, since most of the tanks, unwilling to fight in the cramped corners on the wall, went below and fought there. However, in Edinburgh, many tanks will now go up the ramp to the battlements. There are several reasons for this. The first, of course, is that some tankmen will want to try out the new routes, and to test their efficiency, and perhaps just to fight on them because they are new. However, the main reason will probably be because now the battlements are a little more effective for getting kills. You see, if a team can control the battlements, they can fire down from the high ground to the lower ground on which the enemies spawn. Not only that, but they can also fire down with relatively complete protection. Battlements, as you hopefully know, are meant to be ways of shooting ballistics from relative protection. They are almost as effective in Tanki as they were in the middle ages. Now let's look at some of the major things for DM.



Though you probably will not see many of these, we can still go over a few things. Because of the increase of space on the battlements, most tankmen will probably head up there. Making teams upon this battlement would certainly be dangerous, because it is very easy to hold the battlements, even if you only have two players. With only two entrances to these places, you won't have to worry much about anybody spawning below the battlements. However, the best idea probably would be to hold half of the battlements, and that way you would not have to worry about holding the other half. A divided foe is easily destroyed. However, if you are going to be a loner, the best idea is still to fight for the top. Most of the enemy tanks will still have more trouble than usual to kill you, and you will be able to avoid the bustle of tanks below you.

Edinburgh outside of Tanki



​Outside the game, Edinburgh is a world famous city in South East Scotland. It is the capital of Scotland and where it's Parliament is based. Edinburgh is built around Castle Hill, which is named due to the fact it's castle, which is over 900 years old, is bulit on top of this hill. The hill is actually part of an extinct volcano and the road running from the Castle to Holyrood Palace, which is a Royal residence, is called the Royal Mile and is the main tourist area of Edinburgh. The city hosts the famous annual Edinburgh Festival, which is a series of separate events running from the end of July until early September. The best-known of these events are the Edinburgh Fringe; the Edinburgh International Festival featuring the Edinburgh Military Tattoo; and the Edinburgh International Book Festival.

Conclusion

So, now you know. If you see a person speaking a strange language playing Edinburgh, he probably is Scottish! Well, this is the end of my short overview of Edinburgh. I hope you enjoyed it, and learned something about Edinburgh. Good luck, and see you in the game!

Edited September 26, 2017 by Hexed

[Frost.Angel 221]

Nice :)

[GoldRock 6,165]

Interesting review, I've got to play in that map some time :)

[Raphael2 3,263]

5 ways to the ennemy flag are better than the 3 old. :)

[mchen 162]

Can't wait to rank up 2 more times to try out this new map as I missed playing on the old one

 

Plus Edinburgh's a nice place, just didn't get a chance to go to the castle that is apparently on a volcano. :(

Edited April 1, 2013 by mchen

[MrJudge 1]

im looking forward to try up this map, thanks for the great info, for sure ill use ur tip in the battle when i rank up

good work !

[Zues_God_of_the_Sky 2]

Dang i gotta rank up alot to play this map. :( Oh well it will just make me compete to rank :) :o

[UAA619 97]

Thanks for this article. I was just wondering where did Fort knox1 and 3 go. You answered it in the first few lines. Haven't read the whole article yet but will do so soon.

What's with the colour of the last two pics? It's hurting my eyes ;)

Edited April 10, 2013 by UAA619

[r_Firingsniper0 1,215]

I miss the old fort knox 1

[r_Firingsniper0 1,215]

Lol

[Queen.GangsTa 19]

i's pritte

[Finesse 968]

i cant play on this map

[Angel.Shark 1,207]

Nice!!!!!!!!!

[Arcohhs 67]

Nice Article :)

[BoRn.To.Be.WiLd 29]

I like this map :)