Server:The Venture Co US
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The Venture Co is the first RP-PvP realm to go live since the initial four. Originally, it had a large flocking to its shores. For a while, it seemed that the new arrivals had finally slowed down, but just a few months before the release of Wrath of the Lich King, a huge storm of PVE transfers from many servers have arrived and taken over progression.
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Demographics
The Venture Company's population has stabilized resulting in a medium population server with a robust Role Playing Community gradually working through the levels.
Warcraftrealms.com statistics from February 11, 2009 indicate that The Venture Co US boasts a 47:53 Alliance to Horde population ratio, with an Alliance to Horde activity ratio of 10:17. This census data indicates 2975 Horde characters, and 1925 Alliance characters. At the time of editing, Death Knights comprise 22% of all characters on the server, with the other classes more evenly distributed between 7% and 13% of the population. Overall, Blood Elves are the most common race.
Prominent PVP Guilds
In terms of PVP raiding, The Venture Co boasts an active World PVP scene under the banner of VECO IS FOR FITE!!!! There exists a significant rivalry between many prominent Horde and Alliance guilds which often spills over into in-game warfare. Pitched battles sometimes rage for many hours over world bosses or zones. The <Grunts> were an early PVP raiding group, but have become less visible in PVP battles, focusing more on raiding. The Blacktooth Grin revitalized the state of Horde world PVP with a strong showing in many battles, often battles they began. Not long after, the Grin was temporarily dissolved. Grin members scattered throughout a variety of guilds, but Gorfrunch, the Grin's leader, returned to the server and reformed the guild. At this time, the <Blacktooth Grin> is still one of the most well-known and active Horde world PVP guilds.
The Horde guild <Hillsbrad Security>, under the new leadership of PsychoStorm in 2009, has recently made a significant comeback into the Venture Co World PVP scene. Their focus is one of 100% PVP, specifically the defense of Tarren Mill in the Hillsbrad Foothills. It has been said that there is a strong rivalry between <Hillsbrad Security> and the Alliance guild <Keepers of Stromgarde>.
The Alliance also has many well-known PVP guilds. The <Keepers of Stromgarde> are notable due to their RP storyline of viciously defending the city of Stromgarde. Other Alliance RP guilds, such as <Midnight Reveries>, also participate in PVP, especially since the Reveries' home base of Aerie Peak has become a target for Horde raiders. Traditionally, the non-RP guild <Much Too Much> was the most well-recognized Alliance PVP guild, though they briefly seemed to vanish when several prominent guild members decided to leave the game. However, many of those players have returned, and <Much Too Much> has made its presence known of the battlefields of The Venture Co once again.
Significant Events
In late 2007 and early 2008, the Human Warlock Bloodpool organized PvP battles in various zones, calling the events "Bloodfest". The first Bloodfest was held on December 19th, 2007 in Stranglethorn Vale (Though it spanned several zones in the end) with "Bloodfest II: The Revenge" held on January 19th, 2008, in the Stonetalon Mountains. The first event was received with general enthusiasm, though Bloodpool admits there were a number of improvements that could have been made. Unfortunately, the second Bloodfest did not receive as much interest as the first, and subsequent iterations stopped.
On December 20th, 2007, Dawnblade, the leader of the Horde guild <Venom> challenged the <Midnight Reveries> to defend their home base of Aerie Peak. The event was postponed once, but held on December 30th. <Venom>'s initial attacks were repulsed by the numerically superior <Reveries>, until additional Horde reinforcements arrived and overwhelmed the Peak's defenders. With multiple Horde raid groups already formed from the battle, their forces went on a rampage, killing Archbishop Benedictus, King Magni, Jaina Proudmoore, Prophet Velen, and Priestess Tyrande. The next day, an Alliance PuG raid led by <The Grim Covenant> retaliated, killing Lady Liadrin, Lor'themar Theron and his entourage, and Cairne Bloodhoof. While some Horde players pointed out that the Alliance did not down as many raid bosses, the Alliance forces defended themselves by arguing that they had fewer people and Horde faction leaders tend to be more difficult.
On August 2nd 2008, VeCo hosted a world pvp "chess match" in the Burning Steppes and Red Ridge. The event was attended by more than 100 participants. Each faction had the task of killing pre-selected player "kings" to achieve a win. Although problems with understanding and enforcement of the rules caused issues with the event. It was indicative of the overall interest and level of world pvp activity on The Venture Co. server.
On June 7th, 2009, The Horde guild Hillsbrad Security sponsored a World PVP event in Hillsbrad known as Psychotic Slaughter 2009. This large battle of over 200 combatants was largely one sided with the Horde dominating due to poor leadership and attendance from the Alliance.
At this time <Blacktooth Grin> is hosting an RP-PVP campaign designed to bring battles to lesser traveled zones such as Desolace and Feralas.
Factions and Rivalries
The earlier days of the server saw a number of successful PvP guilds concentrating on premade battleground groups. While that tradition continues, Ve Co. also has an active World PvP scene, something that many other servers lack. Currently, <Blacktooth Grin>, <Hillsbrad Security>, <Senjin Village People> and <Grunts> have the most PvP activity horde-side, while <Keepers of Stromgarde>, <The Grim Covenant> and <Midnight Reveries> continue to be very active for the alliance.
One of the oldest and largest guilds on the server, from either faction, is <Grunts>. They formed on server launch day and have maintained a strong presence throughout the servers history. Previously <Grunts> were known for focusing mainly on world PvP, and especially world defense. <Grunts> had a strong world PvP raiding history and have participated in the largest world PvP events the server has seen, along side such guilds as <Blacktooth Grin> and numerous others, many of whom formed the intra-guild Horde coalition of <Warmongers>. Since The Fall of Legends, the <Warmongers> has been replaced with the <DreadHorde>.
Another guild that should be included in this list would be <Vehemence>. Also created on server launch day, <Vehemence> has been a haven for those wishing to play a more relaxed game. <Vehemence> considers themselves to be a casual guild, but have more recently branched out in PvE and PvP raiding. <Vehemence> members tend to be people with families and children, thus the casual atmosphere. <Vehemence> is widely respected by both factions on the server.
The most predominant role-playing rivalry on the server exists between <Blacktooth Grin> and <Keepers of Stromgarde>. The <Keepers of Stromgarde> are a heavy RP guild that focuses its guild events within Stromgarde Keep for roleplaying reasons, and they have had numerous run-ins, including an organized event that fielded at least 200 players from either side, in which the Horde attacked Stromgarde Keep (See: the Battle for the Keep). The Grin hiatus in October 2007 combined with a good amount of instability on the part of the Keepers, it seemed the rivalry between them seemed might be finally put to rest. But the reappearance of the Grin Warchief, Gofrunch, the stabilization of the Keepers, and The Grin Warlord Faquarl's RP-PVP campaign The Fall of Legends brought battle to Azeroth once again. Currently the rivalry between the Grin and Keepers is as strong as ever.
Public Channels
The following channels are open to any player on The Venture Co and are primarily concerned with helping the community to some description. If you know of any additional public channels, feel free to add them to this list. To join a new channel, type /join ChannelName.
- Alliance Public Channels
- PvP - Alliance-based. For players looking for a group to participate in Player versus Player.
- Alliance - Alliance PvP channel. Predominately used for Wintergrasp, among other PvP events.
- RP - For players looking for RP chat. This channel places your character inside of a tavern, with other patrons from your faction.
- Horde Public Channels
- RP - For players looking for RP chat. This channel places your character inside of a tavern, with other patrons from your faction.
IRC Channel
- #the-venture-co on MMOIRC.com - General chat, used for interfaction communication out of game.
Role Play
Notable VeCo RP-PVP events include: the Battle for the Keep, Shadows Over Khaz Modan, the Sons of Lothar Battle, The Fall of Legends (TFoL), The Desolace Plains, and the most recent, The Fall of Stromgarde.
Events like these are an example of how VeCo has made good use of its uncommon RP-PVP server type, and the robust community that has been created as a result.
Venture Co. Active RP Database: RP Database
Guilds
When adding a guild, please have at least the guild leader, RP, PvP, and PvE participation levels posted as well. Just a name and a faction is unhelpful for those using this list to find a guild that reflects their interests.
| Guild | Leader | Faction | Server | RP | PvP | PvE | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abyss | Mergen | 
| The Venture Co US | None | Heavy | Low | None |
| Aces of Azeroth |
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| Aeturnas Trinitas | Anakh / Ciliz | 
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Medium | Guild Website |
| Anarchy |
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| Apex | Brolynn/Kaecyra |
| The Venture Co US | None | Medium | Heavy | http://www.apexraiding.com |
| Arena Battlemaster | Stealthbeard |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Medium | |
| Army of Darkness | Iminent/Siena |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Medium | http://army-of-darkness.guildlaunch.com |
| Asylum |
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| Becomes Enraged | Lachdanan |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Heavy | Medium | http://www.becomesenraged.org |
| Blacktooth Grin | Gorfrunch |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Heavy | Casual | http://www.fearthegrin.org |
| Blood and Tears | Nettius |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Heavy | http://www.bloodandtears.wowstead.com |
| Blood Sworn | Digs |
| The Venture Co US | None | Medium | Medium | http://bloodsworn.wowstead.com |
| Bloodforged |
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| Bloodthunder Tribe | Grímur |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Medium | Heavy | http://bloodthunder.com |
| Brewmasters |
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| ßlood ßath and ßeyond | Roweena |
| The Venture Co US | None | Medium | Heavy | {{{8}}} |
| Chaøtic Legiøn |
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| Clockwork | Lotus |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Medium | GuildPortal |
| Court Jesters | Reeces |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Heavy | Heavy | N/A |
| Crucible |
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| Cult of the Flying Tauren | ?? |
| The Venture Co US | Special | None | None | None |
| Defeatist Attitude |
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| Derisive |
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| dINOSAUR |
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| Exempt |
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| Exiled |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Heavy | http://pkland.com | |
| Glory | Murof |
| The Venture Co US | Light | Medium | Heavy | http://www.gloryofwow.com |
| Gnomish Trenchermen | Gamf |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Heavy | http://www.gnomishtrenchermen.com |
| Grunts | Zylaxice/Odawa/Spanton/Darkened |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Heavy | Medium | http://www.drunkengrunts.com |
| Guardians of the Light |
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| Haven | Carridan |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Medium | http://www.havenvc.net |
| Hillsbrad Security | PsychoStorm |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Low | http://www.HillsbradSecurity.com |
| Inertia |
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| Insurrection |
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| Intrepidity | Kethryvaris |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Heavy | http://intrepidity.guildcafe.com |
| Kazad Zanvarad | Council of Thanes |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Heavy | Medium | Guild Portal |
| Keepers of Stromgarde | Jerome |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Heavy | Casual | http://www.keepersofstromgarde.net |
| Knights of the Light | Cynfaen |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Heavy | http://www.thegrinder.info/html/knights_of_the_light.html |
| Knights of Dusk | Linfae |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Heavy | Low | http://knightsofdusk.guildportal.com |
| Lost Logic |
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| Love Vendor | Ninveh |
| The Venture Co US | None | Heavy | Very Low | none |
| Malicious | Whiteknight |
| The Venture Co US | None | Medium | Heavy | http://mal.wowstead.com |
| Midnight Marauders |
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| Midnight Reveries | Dreamer |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Medium | Medium | http://mrguild.com |
| Mooncorwn | Luís |
| The Venture Co US | Special | |||
| Motes of Chocolate Milk |
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| Much Too Much | Birr |
| The Venture Co US | Light | Heavy | Light | N/A |
| Nephilim | Sothh |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Medium | GuildPortal |
| Noble Phantasm |
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| Nox Natus Iterim |
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| Nubkuh | Bair |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Medium | |
| Order of Chaos |
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| Paragon |
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| Perfect Enmity |
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| Ravenwolf |
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| Reign of The Horde |
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| Remnants | Razanna |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Medium | N/A |
| Salute the Dead |
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| Sanctuary | Alivia |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Medium | http://sanctuarytvc.guildlaunch.com/ |
| Sanguin Morte |
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| Scarlet Scourge |
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| Scions of Elune | Janala |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Low | Medium | http://scionsofelune.guildomatic.com/ |
| Senjin Village People | Castor |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Low | |
| stormheaven |
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| Suncrown | Agholinn |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Medium | Medium | http://suncrown.mmoguildsites.net |
| Tantalus |
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| The Bloodletter Clan | Krogdugstab |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Heavy | http://www.bloodletterclan.com |
| The Brethren | Aikon |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Medium | Medium | http://z9.invisionfree.com/Wolfeton |
| The DeathGods | Kath |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Heavy | http://www.thedeathgods.com |
| The Equilibrium | Readbeard |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Medium | http://www.theequilibrium.guildtag.com |
| The Grim Covenant | Oakblade |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Medium | http://www.grimcovenant.com |
| The Leviathan |
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| The Maligned Alliance |
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| The Seraphim | Decima |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Heavy | |
| The Watchful Eye | Aage |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Medium | http://watchfuleye.guildlaunch.com |
| Those of the Dawn | Dezreki |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Low | Heavy | http://thoseofthedawn.com |
| Thunderbluff Pirates |
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| Thunderhoof Clan | Padwanu Thunderhoof |
| The Venture Co US | Casual | Medium | Medium | http://thunderhoofclan.guildportal.com |
| Thunderlord Clan | Zamarak |
| The Venture Co US | Heavy | Heavy | Medium | http://thunderlordclan.ffrq.com |
| Twilight Imperium | Tiberious |
| The Venture Co US | Medium | Medium | Heavy | coming soon |
| Unseen |
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| Vehemence | Maram/Mystram |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Medium | Heavy | GuildPortal - VecoVehemence |
| Venom | Dawnblade |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Low | Heavy | http://venom.guildomatic.com |
| Warlords |
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| Ye Olde Slaughterhouse | Jozlyn |
| The Venture Co US | Low | Heavy | Medium | GuildPortal |
Guild Halls
| Guild | Faction | Location | Zone | Zone Stat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keepers of Stromgarde |  | Stromgarde | Arathi Highlands | Contested
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| Midnight Reveries | | Wintergarde Keep | Dragonblight | Contested
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| Bloodthunder Tribe |  | Camp Winterhoof | Howling Fjord | Contested
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| Senjin Village People | | Senjin Village | Durotar |
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| Sequel | | From Border to Border | All of Azeroth |
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| Blacktooth Grin | | Conquest Hold | Grizzly Hills | Contested
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| Hillsbrad Security | | Tarren Mill | Hillsbrad Foothills | Contested
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| Thunderlord Clan | | Thunderlord Stronghold | Blade's Edge Mountains | Contested
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| The Brethren | | Menethil Keep | Wetlands | Contested
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| Scions of Elune | | Eastern Darnassus Gate | Darnassus |
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| The Equilibrium | | Dwarven District Hall | Stormwind |
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| Court Jesters | | The Bank | Ironforge |
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| Thunderhoof Clan | | Mulgore | Mulgore |
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| Those of the Dawn | | Kel'Theril | Winterspring | Contested
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| Knights of Dusk | | Darkshire | Duskwood | Contested
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