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With MMOs continuously giving us larger and expanded content, it is hard to form a skilled group of players who will show up and perform to set expectations.  Upper echelon guilds have taken years to build and mold their member-base to produce the efficiency that most can only dream of.  In the lands of world firsts, complete PvP destruction, or even wipeless runs, you will be required to find people who not only meet the game’s expectations, but also your own.  Eventually we may come to the conclusion that those in our guilds may not be able enough to complete such a task.  What if many of these short-skilled guilds came together to form a union though?  Could an alliance between multiple sovereign groups produce results and maintain a successful demeanor?  Perhaps.

One big happy family!

Whether you are in Warcraft looking to down 25 man content, or Aion, in search of demolishing a heavily defended fortress, you will need a large pool of aptly skilled individuals.  Some of us have it easier than others, and we’ve built our guilds to contain exactly the players we need to get the job done.  Others, however, need to continue looking for help outside the familiar tabard.  Behold!  There is a plentiful stock of guilds looking for exactly the same thing as you.  The trick is to fine the ones of similar goals, tastes, and personalities to keep your runs in sync and smooth.  After all, no one wants to attempt bosses between arguments and QQ…

Control Freak

The biggest issue in any alliance you may form, is having to answer to somebody else.  Now in theory, it’s easy to set up this wonderful alliance where everyone are equals and contribute in exactly the same way.  Sadly, this is not the case in real world examples.  Different guilds put forth varying levels of effort and attitudes, making an equal-level alliance quite difficult.  Not to mention, without a director, organization and motivation would be in a chaotic state while trying to get the ball rolling.

So everyone agrees and you vote somebody in charge of your alliance.  Awesome!  Are all other guilds accepting the terms of following this player’s lead?  Do they understand that being the GM of their own legion does not give them free reign to control and direct the alliance as well?  Perhaps this alliance includes all members as well, and thus forming an officership council of each guild’s leader.  Regardless of it’s structure, order always needs to be in effect with each involved party on the same page for the alliance to be a success.  It may be hard to yield your magical guild sovereignty to a greater good, but bite your tongue and wait for the results before you’re quick to condemn decisions you don’t agree with.

What’s the point?

Obviously, everyone wants to improve their characters, progress through the game, and celebrate victories.  Sometimes we don’t have the player resource required to make those dreams happen within our guilds.  When multiple guilds with these issues combine together under an alliance title, successes can once again be had by all.

Failures

When you have an alliance where each guild involved refuses to contribute equally, a breakdown in order can be catastrophic.  Who “deserves” rewards can become strewed and distorted in each player’s eye.  Every member needs to pull his or her weight and support the group in a like manner.

Successes

A successful alliance is a beautiful thing.  Goals can be accomplished more efficiently all around, and the members involved will have a higher morale because of such.  This is the true point of combining to begin with.  Get objectives reached, move forward, and perhaps make a few new friends in the process.

Always think carefully before binding yourself to such a commitment.  Examine the goals, the stipulations, and expectations of the group to ensure they match your own.  An alliance is not merely about winning or losing, but also will reflect on your guild through it’s reputation.  Weigh pros & cons before making a decision, and keep the best interests of your guild at heart.  When everyone is determined to succeed, it’s bound to happen.