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This page will detail how to connect to Sinfar, while using Lutris on a Linux installation. For any questions, concerns or queries, join our Discord server for the easiest access to answers.
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Lutris is an easy way to install and launch games regardless of what system they were originally designed for, emulating that system. In this case, we're using Neverwinter Nights as it was released for Windows.  
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== Enter the Persistent World of Sinfar ==
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To play on the Sinfar server, you will need copy of Neverwinter Nights 1 as well as the Sinfar custom launcher and hak files. Sinfar does '''not''' use the newer Enhanced Edition (EE) of Neverwinter Nights. To get a copy of NWN1, we recommend buying EE on https://www.gog.com/ which also gives an extra copy of the base Diamond Edition, which includes the two necessary expansion packs. The game is regularly on sale on various platforms, whether you use the recommended GOG one or another.  These instructions will assume that it was purchased on GOG, and will give the easiest series of steps.
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Lutris can be found at https://lutris.net/. Heading to their downloads page, you can find the version for your Linux distribution. Detailed instructions for installing on a Steam Deck can also be found there.
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GETTING STARTED — DIAMOND EDITION ON LINUX
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Once Lutris is installed,you can find headers on the left side of the Lutris menu. Under "sources", you can find GOG. Click the button labeled "connect", entering your account information to login.  
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Install the required files, connect to Sinfar, and begin play.
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This should bring up a list of games listed in your GOG account. To run Sinfar, we need to install Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition. When given the choice of which installation to use, pick Diamond for Windows v1.69, and not the native linux version. Be sure to get your unique CD Keys. For instructions how to find these in the GOG Galaxy client or on the GOG account site,[https://support.gog.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010674374-Neverwinter-Nights-Enhanced-Edition-Where-to-find-the-key-?product=gog here]
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Your copy of Neverwinter Nights is now installed and accessible by the Lutris launcher, under the Games section, but you aren't done yet.


To play on Sinfar, you additionally need to download our custom [[Hak Files]]. The hak files must be installed in the game's install directory unless manually changed to different folders. You will also need the Sinfar Client Extender (SinfarX) (direct download link.). This is a custom launcher similar to NWNCX that adds additional functionality for the Sinfar Server exclusively. You should never use this to play on other servers.
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You can access the proper folders for your installation by right clicking Neverwinter Nights and selecting "browse files". All downloaded files should be copied into their corresponding labeled folders, including the Sinfar extender in your main folder.
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Welcome to Sinfar — Diamond Edition on Linux
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Once your Sinfar specific files have been added, there are configuration changes you need to make. Some of them are necessary and others might need to be changed depending on your own personal circumstances.
This page covers connecting to Sinfar using '''Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition''' on Linux via Lutris. For any questions, join our [https://discord.gg/sinfar Discord server] for the easiest access to answers.


Launching the game and going to the Multiplayer Menu, you will be presented with the Player Login screen. Even if you never played NWN before, you do not need to use the Create New Account feature - simply put in the account name you desire and any key for a password.
Lutris is an easy way to install and launch games regardless of what system they were originally designed for. In this case we are running the Windows release of Neverwinter Nights through Lutris's compatibility layer.
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After setting your account name, click ''Join Internet Game''. You will get an error that "''Connection failed, try another Nick."''  Click ''Cancel'' and select ''Direct Connect'' and type in the DNS for Sinfar: nwn.sinfar.net and click OK (you can include the port, ''nwn.sinfar.net:5121'', to connect to the main server or '':5122'' to connect to the Dreaded Lands server, etc, but this is not necessary).


== Create a New Character ==
To get a copy of NWN Diamond Edition, we recommend buying Enhanced Edition on [https://www.gog.com/ GOG], which also includes Diamond Edition with both necessary expansion packs. The game is regularly on sale across various platforms. These instructions assume a GOG purchase.
Click the “New Character” button and follow the steps. You can create as many characters as you want so don't spend to much time on your first one. Also, the following new character options can be fully changed later:
 
For Diamond Edition on Windows, see [[Getting Started - Diamond Edition]]. For Enhanced Edition, see [[Getting Started - Enhanced Edition]].
 
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Connect with Us
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'''Discord'''<br>
The fastest place for questions, help, and finding people to play with.<br><br>
'''[https://discord.gg/sinfar Sinfar Discord]'''
 
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'''Forum'''<br>
Ask in-game or on Discord for the sign-up password.<br><br>
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'''[https://forum.sinfar.net forum.sinfar.net]'''
 
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'''In-game Tools & Info'''<br>
Player tools, character lookup, and server information.<br><br>
'''[https://nwn.sinfar.net nwn.sinfar.net]'''
 
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'''Vault Page'''<br>
The server's listing on NeverwinterVault.<br><br>
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'''[https://neverwintervault.org/project/nwn1/module/gameworld/world-sinfar World of Sinfar]'''
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Installing Lutris
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Lutris can be found at [https://lutris.net/ lutris.net]. On their downloads page you can find the version for your Linux distribution. Detailed instructions for installing on a Steam Deck are also available there.
 
Once Lutris is installed, look for the '''Sources''' section in the left sidebar. Click '''GOG''' and then '''Connect''', entering your GOG account credentials to log in.
 
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This will show a list of games in your GOG library. To run Sinfar, install '''Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition'''. When prompted to choose an installation, select '''Diamond for Windows v1.69''' — not the native Linux version.
 
'''Be sure to retrieve your unique CD Keys.''' For instructions on finding these in the GOG Galaxy client or on the GOG account site, see [https://support.gog.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010674374 this guide].
 
Your copy of NWN is now installed and accessible from the Games section in Lutris. You are not done yet — continue below.
 
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You will need two additional downloads to play on Sinfar. You can access your NWN installation folder at any time by right-clicking Neverwinter Nights in Lutris and selecting '''Browse files'''.
 
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'''[https://sinfar.net/haks/sinfar_all_files_v30.7z Full hak pack (v30)]''' — or per-file from [[Hak Files]]<br>
Core Sinfar content: haks, the Sinfar <code>.tlk</code>, and palette overrides. Required to connect.<br>
<span style="color:#b7a995;">Install to: the game's install directory, placing each file into its corresponding subfolder.</span>
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'''[https://nwn.sinfar.net/files/sinfarx.exe SinfarX client extender]''' — see [[Sinfar Client Extender]]<br>
Sinfar's custom launcher, adding additional functionality exclusively for the Sinfar server. '''Do not use this to play on other servers.'''<br>
<span style="color:#b7a995;">Place <code>sinfarx.exe</code> in the root of your NWN install directory.</span>
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Connecting
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Launch the game through Lutris. At the Multiplayer menu, you will be presented with the Player Login screen. Even if you have never played NWN before, you do not need to use Create New Account — simply enter the account name you want and any password.
 
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Click '''Join Internet Game'''. You will receive an error — ''Connection failed, try another Nick.'' Click '''Cancel''', then select '''Direct Connect''' and enter:
 
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nwn.sinfar.net
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You can optionally include a port to connect to a specific server — <code>nwn.sinfar.net:5121</code> for the main server, <code>:5122</code> for the Dreaded Lands — but this is not required.
 
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Creating a New Character
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Click '''New Character''' and follow the steps. You can create as many characters as you want, so do not spend too much time on your first one. The following options can be changed freely after character creation:


* Gender
* Gender
* Portrait
* Portrait
* Alignment
* Alignment
* Customize
* Appearance (Customize)
Additionally, the race appearance can be changed later. That means that only your '''Class''', '''Abilities''' and everything under '''Packages''' is locked in place upon character creation. If you wish to change class or your starting abilities in the future, you will have to make a new character from scratch - however, you're able to transfer all your items and gold to the new one.
* Race appearance
 
Only your '''Class''', '''Abilities''', and everything under '''Packages''' are locked in at creation. If you wish to change your class or starting abilities later, you will need to make a new character — however, you can transfer all items and gold to the new one.
 
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Before Playing Your Character
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'''[[Rules|Read the Rules]]'''<br>
Required reading before you begin play.
 
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'''[[OOC vs IC|Understanding OOC vs IC]]'''<br>
The distinction between out-of-character and in-character conduct.
 
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'''[https://forum.sinfar.net/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=5520 A Beginner's Guide]'''<br>
A player-written introduction to life on Sinfar.
 
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'''[https://forum.sinfar.net/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=10911 Frequently Asked Questions]'''<br>
Answers to common questions from new players.
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[[Getting_Started|Return to Getting Started]] · [[Getting Started - Diamond Edition|Diamond Edition on Windows]] · [[Getting Started - Enhanced Edition|Enhanced Edition]] · [[Recommended Settings|Recommended Settings]]
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== Before Playing Your Character ==
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# [[Rules|Read the Rules]]
# [[OOC vs IC|Understand OOC vs IC]]
# [https://forum.sinfar.net/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=5520 A Beginners Guide]
# [https://forum.sinfar.net/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=10911 Frequently Asked Questions]
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GETTING STARTED — DIAMOND EDITION ON LINUX

Install the required files, connect to Sinfar, and begin play.


Welcome to Sinfar — Diamond Edition on Linux

This page covers connecting to Sinfar using Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition on Linux via Lutris. For any questions, join our Discord server for the easiest access to answers.

Lutris is an easy way to install and launch games regardless of what system they were originally designed for. In this case we are running the Windows release of Neverwinter Nights through Lutris's compatibility layer.

To get a copy of NWN Diamond Edition, we recommend buying Enhanced Edition on GOG, which also includes Diamond Edition with both necessary expansion packs. The game is regularly on sale across various platforms. These instructions assume a GOG purchase.

For Diamond Edition on Windows, see Getting Started - Diamond Edition. For Enhanced Edition, see Getting Started - Enhanced Edition.


Connect with Us

Discord
The fastest place for questions, help, and finding people to play with.

Sinfar Discord

Forum
Ask in-game or on Discord for the sign-up password.


forum.sinfar.net

In-game Tools & Info
Player tools, character lookup, and server information.

nwn.sinfar.net

Vault Page
The server's listing on NeverwinterVault.


World of Sinfar


Installing Lutris

Lutris can be found at lutris.net. On their downloads page you can find the version for your Linux distribution. Detailed instructions for installing on a Steam Deck are also available there.

Once Lutris is installed, look for the Sources section in the left sidebar. Click GOG and then Connect, entering your GOG account credentials to log in.

This will show a list of games in your GOG library. To run Sinfar, install Neverwinter Nights Diamond Edition. When prompted to choose an installation, select Diamond for Windows v1.69 — not the native Linux version.

Be sure to retrieve your unique CD Keys. For instructions on finding these in the GOG Galaxy client or on the GOG account site, see this guide.

Your copy of NWN is now installed and accessible from the Games section in Lutris. You are not done yet — continue below.


Downloads

You will need two additional downloads to play on Sinfar. You can access your NWN installation folder at any time by right-clicking Neverwinter Nights in Lutris and selecting Browse files.

1

Full hak pack (v30) — or per-file from Hak Files
Core Sinfar content: haks, the Sinfar .tlk, and palette overrides. Required to connect.
Install to: the game's install directory, placing each file into its corresponding subfolder.

2

SinfarX client extender — see Sinfar Client Extender
Sinfar's custom launcher, adding additional functionality exclusively for the Sinfar server. Do not use this to play on other servers.
Place sinfarx.exe in the root of your NWN install directory.


Connecting

Launch the game through Lutris. At the Multiplayer menu, you will be presented with the Player Login screen. Even if you have never played NWN before, you do not need to use Create New Account — simply enter the account name you want and any password.

Click Join Internet Game. You will receive an error — Connection failed, try another Nick. Click Cancel, then select Direct Connect and enter:

nwn.sinfar.net

You can optionally include a port to connect to a specific server — nwn.sinfar.net:5121 for the main server, :5122 for the Dreaded Lands — but this is not required.


Creating a New Character

Click New Character and follow the steps. You can create as many characters as you want, so do not spend too much time on your first one. The following options can be changed freely after character creation:

  • Gender
  • Portrait
  • Alignment
  • Appearance (Customize)
  • Race appearance

Only your Class, Abilities, and everything under Packages are locked in at creation. If you wish to change your class or starting abilities later, you will need to make a new character — however, you can transfer all items and gold to the new one.


Before Playing Your Character

Read the Rules
Required reading before you begin play.

Understanding OOC vs IC
The distinction between out-of-character and in-character conduct.

A Beginner's Guide
A player-written introduction to life on Sinfar.

Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions from new players.


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