New Skyrim Information

The latest about Elder Scrolls V.
http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/04/18/20-best-things-about-skyrim/

Landscape is enormous.
http://pc.ign.com/articles/116/1162158p1.html

Top ten gods (Elder Scrolls lore).
http://pc.ign.com/articles/116/1161193p1.html

Changes from Oblivion to Skyrim.
http://pc.ign.com/articles/115/1158651p1.html

Video of fighting a dragon.
http://www.ign.com/videos/2011/04/18/skyrims-dragons-are-serious-business?objectid=93395

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Rift: Rogue Tanks at Level 50

Here is a tanking build for the level 50 rogue.
http://www.riftjunkies.com/2011/03/04/soul-build-library-rogue-tanking-spec/

More rogue tank information.
http://rift.ign.com/articles/reviews/7217/Sprawls-Scrawl-Riftstalker-Rogue-Tanking-in-RIFT

Here's an explanation of "rogue tanking" for those who think the term is an oxymoron.  There are builds and a bit of theory crafting as well.
http://www.progamercity.net/rift-guides/1307-guide-rift-riftstalker-tanking-explanation-beginners.html

By the way, the little testing that the Solo MMO Player did on a rogue tank build doesn't work well.  This wasn't tested completely but there seem to be problems, perhaps because these things were worked out on beta releases.

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Rift: Runecrafting 101

Runecrafting from A to B.
http://rift.incgamers.com/guides/Runecrafting

A table listing rune names, bonuses and slots.
http://telarapedia.com/wiki/Rune

Recipes and where to buy them plus information about transmuting components.
http://telarapedia.com/wiki/Runecrafting

Apparently there are a lot of flaws in how runecrafting works.

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Rift: Mage Build Collection

Here is a collection of mage builds from the official Rift forum.  They are collected into leveling builds, solo, healing, PvP, etc.
http://forums.riftgame.com/showthread.php?45247-Mage-Build-Library&s=f345c9f9c4a9180abfe9acf1915a0012

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Rift: Nailing Those Bags Down

If you are having trouble with your bags floating all over your screen, Detill5869 explains how to lock them into position.  Basically, open the Settings Tab and then hit Edit Layout.  Move your bags to where you want them to be, then save the layout.  When you return to the game the bags seem to stay put.  (However, it looks as if the bags start floating again if you log out of the character.)  Many thanks to Detill5869 for telling us how to fix this minor irritation.
http://forums.riftgame.com/archive/index.php/t-108481.html?s=c8cc95ed8649f5aaf3addc44ff5b37ff

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Rift: Mobile Authenticator for iPhones Available UPDATED

Looks like the mobile authenticator is now available for iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches.  Here is what you do after you download the free app from iTunes.
https://www.riftgame.com/en/products/authenticator.php

 Please note that the random number generated by the iPhone or iPod Touch (or Android phone) changes rapidly.  You only have a short amount of time to type in the letters/numbers before it changes to something else, which can be rough on folks with physical impairments.

UPDATE:  Here's a detailed essay on protecting yourself as a gamer from hackers.
http://www.riftsocial.com/prevent-hacking

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Rift: Mage Stat Values and Links

Rift Junkies is compiling important mage links on their website.  There are spell stat values, videos, builds, information on PvP, etc.
http://www.riftjunkies.com/forums/showthread.php?1954-Mage-Compendium-Helpful-Links-for-Mages-Builds-Stat-Values

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Rift: Dungeons List

This list of all the dungeons is organized by faction with the faction/level/zone listed and there is a map link which I've listed separately below.
http://www.riftdungeonsguide.com/rift-dungeons-list-locations/

This lists all the five-mans.

http://rift-wire.com/2011/03/01/instance-dungeon-list/

Map with the minimum and average level for the dungeons.
http://www.riftdungeonsguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/world-map-dungeon-locations.jpg

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Rift: Developers Working to Fix Corrupted Souls

Rift Junkies reports that Trion is trying to fix the drop rate of corrupted souls.  It may be that there is a problem with the content that doesn't allow players to get to where these drop.  I'm not sure about that but if you've noticed a problem, here is what the developers say.
http://www.riftjunkies.com/2011/04/07/developer-response-to-corrupted-soul-problem/

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Rift: Mage Casting Sequences/Rotations

Here is a list of casting sequences for Rift mages.  The first rotation document is a discussion of the Archon/Pyromancer/Dominator.
http://forums.riftgame.com/archive/index.php/t-75525.html?s=a21996d169ec5bd63429d657746ff25c

This article gives a casting sequence for the Pryo/Elemental/ Archon mage.
http://rift.zam.com/forum.html?forum=227&mid=1299531248200583443&howmany=50

Rift Junkies has posted a thorough article on the Warlock/ Necromancer/Chloromancer mage.  The recommended rotations are in the middle of the page in a blue table.
http://www.riftjunkies.com/2011/04/04/the-magic-storm-the-necromancer/

The Chloromancer/Achron and/or Warlock discussion (rotations, stats and more).
http://forums.riftgame.com/archive/index.php/t-99001.html?s=335ae7d5fbc6a432347711ecec480517

UPDATE:  Chloromancer spell weaving discussion-
http://forums.riftgame.com/showthread.php?67204-Efficient-Chloromancer-Spell-Weaving&s=c94317d0abbf0f41bd2fddec02db84d2

UPDATE:  Comprehensive Choloromancer/Warlock guide with rotations right up front and video link
http://forums.riftgame.com/showthread.php?108981-VIDEO-A-Comprehensive-Chloromancer-Warlock-Class-Guide-UPDATED&s=c94317d0abbf0f41bd2fddec02db84d2

UPDATE:  Comprehensive Choloromancer/Warlock/Necromancer guide (with video) and spell casting sequence.
http://forums.riftgame.com/showthread.php?101961-How-I-completely-OWN-with-a-mage-Chloro-Warlock-Necro-Guide-VIDEO-INCLUDED&s=c94317d0abbf0f41bd2fddec02db84d2

UPDATE:  Chloromancer Healing Rotation discussion
http://forums.riftgame.com/showthread.php?40645-Chloromancer-Healing-Rotation-Question/page2

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