Me and all peaple of my guild would love a Dutch District.
Why? Communicating would be much easyer. sometimes my guild has trouble with recruiting peaple in Common Districts, cause you cannot see there are Dutch peaple online.
Another question: Why is there a Italian and a Spanish District? There are more Dutch peaple that are playing GuildWars then Italian and Spanish peaple together. I hope peaple understand me! PLANET DUTCH FTW!
Dutch District
shaki
Curse You
Suuk
First off, it is people, not peaple 
Second, how do you happen to know that there are far more Dutch people playing than Italian and Spanish people together? Interesting to see how you gained that knowledge.
Third, why the hell would Dutch people want to have a Dutch district? We all are able (more or less) to communicate in English. The few that are not able to do so do not justify a Dutch dis.
Also, would you want to see names like
brok steenkool (lump of charcoal)
glitterstof (glitterdust)
hemelse tussenkomst (divine intervention)
etc.
I would rather not...
Second, how do you happen to know that there are far more Dutch people playing than Italian and Spanish people together? Interesting to see how you gained that knowledge.
Third, why the hell would Dutch people want to have a Dutch district? We all are able (more or less) to communicate in English. The few that are not able to do so do not justify a Dutch dis.
Also, would you want to see names like
brok steenkool (lump of charcoal)
glitterstof (glitterdust)
hemelse tussenkomst (divine intervention)
etc.
I would rather not...
Emik
think Suuk worded it perfectly
Shadow Kurd
Language specific district have the biggest <INSERT RANDOM NEWBIE WORD>(Except English districts) of ALL!.
That pretty much said it all
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Also, would you want to see names like
brok steenkool (lump of charcoal) glitterstof (glitterdust) hemelse tussenkomst (divine intervention) |
Holz
Although I am Dutch, I wouldn't like a Dutch district. Imo there should be only English districs, forcing those stubborn Germans and French to learn some English (80% of 'em can't speak English, got much experience with it) 
. And yeah, I thought there were more Dutch gamers than Spanish gamers, if I have to trust the Valve statistics. But then again Americans shouldn't be allowed to post in this thread since they cba to learn any foreign language and expect Euros to speak English fluently.... Isolating yourself from Europeans ftw...
. And yeah, I thought there were more Dutch gamers than Spanish gamers, if I have to trust the Valve statistics. But then again Americans shouldn't be allowed to post in this thread since they cba to learn any foreign language and expect Euros to speak English fluently.... Isolating yourself from Europeans ftw...
Amadei
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Also, would you want to see names like brok steenkool (lump of charcoal) glitterstof (glitterdust) hemelse tussenkomst (divine intervention) etc. I would rather not... |
I don't see a real need for a Dutch district either, but then, I'm on American servers and I hang out in International all the time anyway.
Finn Ferral
I'm for it if the Dutch people would like it. More happy players equals a better game.
Nexilinix
/notsigned
Although I am Dutch, allmost all Dutch people can speak English. So we don't need any Dutch districts.
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Although I am Dutch, allmost all Dutch people can speak English. So we don't need any Dutch districts.
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Elisa
Most of us are pretty much fluent in English anyway, so why would we need seperate "Dutch" districts...? I bet if there were Dutch districs, they would be empty 90% of the time, as most Dutchies would still be playing in the Common districts.
Granted, there are, of course, exceptions with the younger people who haven't had much English in school yet, but they don't warrant a seperate district-group to be made just for them.
Granted, there are, of course, exceptions with the younger people who haven't had much English in school yet, but they don't warrant a seperate district-group to be made just for them.
$neekie
WTF!........
No dutch district needed, even wenn im with dutch guys/gals in group, i keep speaking english. Force of habit i guess......
mzzls
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No dutch district needed, even wenn im with dutch guys/gals in group, i keep speaking english. Force of habit i guess......
mzzls
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The Real Avalon
/not signed
benelux district would maybe be something interesting
by the way, we're not talking about a dutch translation for the game, we're talking about dutch district to easen up the communication between the dutch, t'would always be handy
benelux district would maybe be something interesting
by the way, we're not talking about a dutch translation for the game, we're talking about dutch district to easen up the communication between the dutch, t'would always be handy
makosi
The Dutch and Belgians are the best bunch in the Euro districts. Please don't leave me!
There are hardly any British Players in comparison so I'd be forced to learn German or Polish if I wanted to talk to anybody in the districts. :'(
There are hardly any British Players in comparison so I'd be forced to learn German or Polish if I wanted to talk to anybody in the districts. :'(
Tijger
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shaki
ok... why would there be a german district if germans can speak english too? some dutch people maybe dont want a dutch district but, YOU CAN ALLWAYS GO TO THE COMMON DISTRICT!
shaki
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Also, would you want to see names like brok steenkool (lump of charcoal) glitterstof (glitterdust) hemelse tussenkomst (divine intervention) etc. I would rather not... |
the_jos
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Being Dutch myself, I don't see a reason to make an entire Dutch district.
Oh wait, please make one.
Then I know exactly which distict to avoid.
Most older players, except a unlucky few, have a fair knowledge of the English language. It's (or used to be) a mandatory language in most types of education.
Meaning the Dutch district would be filled with all the kids that did not have sufficient English lessons in school yet.
Please, please, please, I want this Dutch district
Tijger
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Thanks for the laugh
Being Dutch myself, I don't see a reason to make an entire Dutch district. Oh wait, please make one. Then I know exactly which distict to avoid. Most older players, except a unlucky few, have a fair knowledge of the English language. It's (or used to be) a mandatory language in most types of education. Meaning the Dutch district would be filled with all the kids that did not have sufficient English lessons in school yet. Please, please, please, I want this Dutch district |
The High Lord
I'm also Dutch, but I think making a dutch district will divide the community even more; which is probably Anet's point of view. (Still got no clue why people want Polish district.)
However, I think dutch skills would be hilarious while playing with friends.
"Kan ik een genezend zaadje krijgen op 2?"
"Spam afleveringslicht meer, we hebben bijna geen levenspunten meer!"
I would be up for translating them, since I studied languages. And I'm sure even more people would be up for a Dutch translation, even if it's just for giggles.
It is however utterly annoying that people are posting stuff like "Dutch people know english" or "Dutch is stupid". Even in university alot of people (more than you think) don't know any English except the pure basics, and since 75% of the Dutch community is 10-16, it would make sense to make a dutch version of the game.
However, I think dutch skills would be hilarious while playing with friends.
"Kan ik een genezend zaadje krijgen op 2?"
"Spam afleveringslicht meer, we hebben bijna geen levenspunten meer!"
I would be up for translating them, since I studied languages. And I'm sure even more people would be up for a Dutch translation, even if it's just for giggles.
It is however utterly annoying that people are posting stuff like "Dutch people know english" or "Dutch is stupid". Even in university alot of people (more than you think) don't know any English except the pure basics, and since 75% of the Dutch community is 10-16, it would make sense to make a dutch version of the game.
exiled mat
I don't know where you get that BS from...
Anyway, we don't really need an own dutch district because (the most of us) are capable of speaking some english anyway (it's THE world language IMO).
And english districts polish our english skills
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Anyway, we don't really need an own dutch district because (the most of us) are capable of speaking some english anyway (it's THE world language IMO).
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Marth Reynolds
Not like dutch people are common in gw common channels...
/sarcasm
The thing is we don't need dutch districts, since almost all dutch people can write english. I'm already happy with common districts, as in there we can speak dutch so now and not get scolded by english fanboys that we shouldn't speak dutch in all chat of a english channel..
Now i know it's rude to speak dutch in the common channels, but hey it's common districts now and we might like to speak dutch for a change.
overall /notsigned and for those that say dutch people aren't a majority check this thread and the dutch ppl replying
/sarcasm
The thing is we don't need dutch districts, since almost all dutch people can write english. I'm already happy with common districts, as in there we can speak dutch so now and not get scolded by english fanboys that we shouldn't speak dutch in all chat of a english channel..
Now i know it's rude to speak dutch in the common channels, but hey it's common districts now and we might like to speak dutch for a change.
overall /notsigned and for those that say dutch people aren't a majority check this thread and the dutch ppl replying
Gli
I wouldn't go there.
Shadow Kurd
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Oh wait, please make one.
Then I know exactly which distict to avoid. Most older players, except a unlucky few, have a fair knowledge of the English language. It's (or used to be) a mandatory language in most types of education. Meaning the Dutch district would be filled with all the kids that did not have sufficient English lessons in school yet. Please, please, please, I want this Dutch district |
Suuk
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It is however utterly annoying that people are posting stuff like "Dutch people know english" or "Dutch is stupid". Even in university alot of people (more than you think) don't know any English except the pure basics, and since 75% of the Dutch community is 10-16, it would make sense to make a dutch version of the game. |
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Then I know exactly which distict to avoid.
Most older players, except a unlucky few, have a fair knowledge of the English language. It's (or used to be) a mandatory language in most types of education. Meaning the Dutch district would be filled with all the kids that did not have sufficient English lessons in school yet. Please, please, please, I want this Dutch district |
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I dont want whole guildwars in dutch, just a dutch district.
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Still, I think the point is clear. No need for a Dutch district for various reasons.
Patrick Smit
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I'm also Dutch, but I think making a dutch district will divide the community even more; which is probably Anet's point of view. (Still got no clue why people want Polish district.)
However, I think dutch skills would be hilarious while playing with friends. "Kan ik een genezend zaadje krijgen op 2?" "Spam afleveringslicht meer, we hebben bijna geen levenspunten meer!" I would be up for translating them, since I studied languages. And I'm sure even more people would be up for a Dutch translation, even if it's just for giggles. It is however utterly annoying that people are posting stuff like "Dutch people know english" or "Dutch is stupid". Even in university a lot of people (more than you think) don't know any English except the pure basics, and since 75% of the Dutch community is 10-16, it would make sense to make a dutch version of the game. |
BTW no dutch stuff needed imo. Yes and quite some dutch people can be extremely arrogant and expressive. while sometimes funny, people from the Netherlands should also learn when to stop fooling around. In the western parts they often have problems with that, I've lived all over the Netherlands so i know most differences. Most people where I live do speak English though, maybe not fluent, but good enough to make them understandable. Hell, so much of them speak English that they prevent my partner to learn to speak Dutch, because most of them switch to English when they notice a foreign accent.
Yama Sutra
Im also Dutch , and feel no need for a dutch district. Maybe it is a idea to start up Google and type in : Cursus Engels voor Beginners ...
Leave Guild Wars alone for six months , return , and enjoy the game again ... ..
Leave Guild Wars alone for six months , return , and enjoy the game again ...
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Roshi_ikkyu
I'm not Dutch, But I have no problems speaking about matter that effect the dutch community.
I think its best if we keep people together as much as possible, in euro channels the common is strangely full of non english chat. Type in dutch and attract dutch speaking people.
Second matter I feel the ducth people should bring to the attention of the larger community is the abuse of the song pass the dutch! What is it that the dutch pass?! hmm perhaps another time.
by the way isn't your prince married to an Aussie chick? His kids are going to be Aussie royals now that is awesome!
I think its best if we keep people together as much as possible, in euro channels the common is strangely full of non english chat. Type in dutch and attract dutch speaking people.
Second matter I feel the ducth people should bring to the attention of the larger community is the abuse of the song pass the dutch! What is it that the dutch pass?! hmm perhaps another time.
by the way isn't your prince married to an Aussie chick? His kids are going to be Aussie royals now that is awesome!
FenrirOfSleipnir
Dutch district? errr.... no thanks... force the ones that don't know english to learn english just so they can play the game.
I myself didn't have a grand vocabulary at age 13, but at least I tried to be understandable. When I look back at the posts I made in the past on forums, I'd like to take my katana and chop my fingers off.
Anyways, yea, no dutch district, no use for one. Go back to school lazy bum.
no.... go do your research again...
I myself didn't have a grand vocabulary at age 13, but at least I tried to be understandable. When I look back at the posts I made in the past on forums, I'd like to take my katana and chop my fingers off.
Anyways, yea, no dutch district, no use for one. Go back to school lazy bum.
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by the way isn't your prince married to an Aussie chick? His kids are going to be Aussie royals now that is awesome!
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Bankai
I believe that the last time Gaile commented on this issue, it was said that so many dutch people know English, there's no need for it. A lot of germans/french/italians can't speak English.
Patrick Smit
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I'm not Dutch, But I have no problems speaking about matter that effect the dutch community.
I think its best if we keep people together as much as possible, in euro channels the common is strangely full of non english chat. Type in dutch and attract dutch speaking people. Second matter I feel the ducth people should bring to the attention of the larger community is the abuse of the song pass the dutch! What is it that the dutch pass?! hmm perhaps another time. by the way isn't your prince married to an Aussie chick? His kids are going to be Aussie royals now that is awesome! |
BTW the Dutch royal house is a present from the english one, we were a republic before (supported by the French), but the english installed this royal house to gain influence.
fenix
There should be an Australian District, because that would allow me to easily talk to fellow Australians, without the constrains of words such as 'color', 'favor' and various other spelling/grammar issues within quests and mission. Why talk Australian to my Australian friends, when I can have a whole district devoted to it? Tell me, why?
Seriously...this is the stupidest idea ever. 10 people does not a district make.
Seriously...this is the stupidest idea ever. 10 people does not a district make.
Roshi_ikkyu
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There should be an Australian District, because that would allow me to easily talk to fellow Australians, without the constrains of words such as 'color', 'favor' and various other spelling/grammar issues within quests and mission. Why talk Australian to my Australian friends, when I can have a whole district devoted to it? Tell me, why?
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the_jos
Ok, now for a more serious respond why I think there is no reason for a Dutch district.
Most important, children at the age of 12, the age mentioned on my box as far as I remember, had at least 2 years of English education.
I think even children in special education (for children having difficulties with learning) receive basic English education.
While this is not sufficient to write and read all that is said in the game, it's a start.
For common gameplay there is no need for advanced knowledge of the English language. In pugs that are not chatting, the only words beside target calling and pings on the map seem to be 3 or 4 letter abbreviations with various meanings.
There is some Guild Wars slang you have to learn, but that's with every online community.
This is also a bit of an answer to The High Lord's statements regarding the bad knowledge of the English language (while I did not write it as direct reply to that).
Dutch language could be important in a guild.
When you want to recruit, you just say "Nederlandse guild lf leden" (Dutch guild looking for members) and when you are seeking a guild: "lf Nederlandse guild" (should be obvious).
If there are Dutch players /officers that are interested, they will find you.
If you think you don't have sufficient knowledge of the English language, please join a Dutch guild. Not all of them are filled with young people, some just find it easier to communicate in Dutch.
I do understand that some Dutch players have problems with the English language. After all, it's not their native language and you need to know some specific words sometimes.
But it's not that hard to say "Hey, I'm a foreigner, could you explain this/that?".
Even I have to do that sometimes (mostly in alliance chat) and I think I have a fair knowledge of the English language.
Most important, children at the age of 12, the age mentioned on my box as far as I remember, had at least 2 years of English education.
I think even children in special education (for children having difficulties with learning) receive basic English education.
While this is not sufficient to write and read all that is said in the game, it's a start.
For common gameplay there is no need for advanced knowledge of the English language. In pugs that are not chatting, the only words beside target calling and pings on the map seem to be 3 or 4 letter abbreviations with various meanings.
There is some Guild Wars slang you have to learn, but that's with every online community.
This is also a bit of an answer to The High Lord's statements regarding the bad knowledge of the English language (while I did not write it as direct reply to that).
Dutch language could be important in a guild.
When you want to recruit, you just say "Nederlandse guild lf leden" (Dutch guild looking for members) and when you are seeking a guild: "lf Nederlandse guild" (should be obvious).
If there are Dutch players /officers that are interested, they will find you.
If you think you don't have sufficient knowledge of the English language, please join a Dutch guild. Not all of them are filled with young people, some just find it easier to communicate in Dutch.
I do understand that some Dutch players have problems with the English language. After all, it's not their native language and you need to know some specific words sometimes.
But it's not that hard to say "Hey, I'm a foreigner, could you explain this/that?".
Even I have to do that sometimes (mostly in alliance chat) and I think I have a fair knowledge of the English language.
Boone
I'm dutch as well, and I wouldn't want a dutch district really.. or maybe I do.. just to get rid of the loads of dumb dutch people (yes there are too many, and if you tell them they get really angry ;p)
mr_groovy
I take GREAT offence in your reply to the op 
You'd better put on your flame free fest, otherwise prepared to get burned.
People in holland get most American Series on tv which are subtitled and not dubbed. (thank god for that). That's how children first get their english. Then in high school (Middelbare school in dutch) they have to graduate in 1 foreign language (which is almost allways English). At the university, because of the bachelor / master system all classes are in English. Hell even I have my windows xp in english and not in dutch. So please don't make presumptions.
@OP Ga naar school en leer eens een keer wat daar, luiwammes.
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You'd better put on your flame free fest, otherwise prepared to get burned. People in holland get most American Series on tv which are subtitled and not dubbed. (thank god for that). That's how children first get their english. Then in high school (Middelbare school in dutch) they have to graduate in 1 foreign language (which is almost allways English). At the university, because of the bachelor / master system all classes are in English. Hell even I have my windows xp in english and not in dutch. So please don't make presumptions.
@OP Ga naar school en leer eens een keer wat daar, luiwammes.
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shaki
Why all you people don't want a Dutch District?
I guess you people can't miss all Dutch people in the Common District!
I guess you people can't miss all Dutch people in the Common District!
orthrus
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anyways, my point just was, we'd just end up with yet another empty language district, imho there's better things for anet to waste their time on..
Hyper.nl
Hm, I don't want a Dutch dist for me. I'm Dutch, my knowledge of the English language is well enough and imo English > Dutch online.