I asked something about the test server, the reply was

[Dr. Zeppers]

Originally Posted by Captain Seaford

WAIT, so your saving Javier sent you the SAME thing? Darn, I'm never gonna get on test!

You know how you think people send stuff just to you and make you feel special, well, that bubble popped!

Yes and I didnt mean to burst your bubble, we can hope that those that inquire are all thrown into the next selection bin to be drawn from (or however they do it).

Not surprised they have a form letter for it, not uncommon at all.

Was an interesting coincidence that both replies came from Javier.

[swashbuckler II]

lol this is the email i got months ago
Dear Pirates Online Guest,

Thank you for contacting Pirates of the Caribbean Online.

Invitations to the Pirates Online Test Server are being chosen at random
based on how long an account has had an active paid subscription, as
well as if it is in good standing with our Moderation department. We are
not currently sending out any additional invites to participate on the
Test server via a waiting list, however we appreciate your interest in
our Test Server and may consider your account in an upcoming batch!

We hope to see you in the Caribbean again soon!

Thank you,

Vanessa
Pirates of the Caribbean Online

different person similar message

[Captain Seaford]

Originally Posted by OFxZeppers

Yes and I didnt mean to burst your bubble, we can hope that those that inquire are all thrown into the next selection bin to be drawn from (or however they do it).

Not surprised they have a form letter for it, not uncommon at all.

Was an interesting coincidence that both replies came from Javier.

Maybe he wants us 2 to join test, LOL. But now I know it just wasnt to me, and my bubble has been popped! Well, I'll just cross my fingers.

[ukebec]

From the Grog Blog today - a more detailed answer regarding this question:

October 10, 2008 01:25PM
ADMIN - GM Cayman Trench
Test Server access is sent out via e-mail invitation. We start from our longest standing members (Pirates that have been Unlimited Access since Launch) who have had no account violations, are in good standing, no previous bans or player reports/complaints filed against them. You also must be a current, paid Unlimited Access Member subscriber. Canceling or changing to Basic Access will cancel your Test Server access.

If you meet all of these requirements, congratulations! You either already have Test Server access or are on the waiting list. We do not transfer any Pirates from the Live game over to the Test Server, everyone starts from meager beginnings on Test.

When we have large releases and need help to check out upcoming game updates, we like to message the community. If we are ever in need of recruiting more Pirates for the Test Server cause, we'll let you know and release the next batch of invitations ... so keep a watchful eye on your inbox.

Thanks for your interest!

no previous bans or player reports/complaints filed against them.

(red added to text by me)

Are you kidding???? You hurt some obnoxious rep thief's feelings, you're reported and therefore won't be considered for the test servers?

I give up any and all hope that I will ever be invited.

[Rackat]

Originally Posted by ukebec

From the Grog Blog today - a more detailed answer regarding this question:



(red added to text by me)

Are you kidding???? You hurt some obnoxious rep thief's feelings, you're reported and therefore won't be considered for the test servers?

I give up any and all hope that I will ever be invited.

I've never been suspended, and I have no idea whether I've been "reported". I wish there were some way that D would let us know if we've been reported. I would like to be able to get an invite to the Test server, but I don't even know whether I am eligible or not.