A named MoB is a special type of enemy that has a unique name and usually drops rare or valuable loot. Named mobs are one of the three general categories of mobs (monsters) in Everquest: named, placeholder, and static1. Static mobs always appear at their spawn point, while named mobs share a spawn point with non-named or placeholder mobs. Every time a mob spawns at a named/placeholder spawn point, it has a chance of being either the named mob or a placeholder. For example, the Arch Duke Iatol inhabits one of the rooms in the crypt in Sebilis. Whenever a mob appears in his room, it has a chance of being the Arch Duke Iatol, or of being his placeholder (a skeletal duke) instead1.
The problem is that the chance of a named mob spawning is often very low, and can vary depending on the zone, the mob, and other factors. Some named mobs may spawn every few minutes, while others may take hours or even days to appear. This means that players who want to kill a specific named mob for its loot or for a quest have to wait patiently at its spawn point, hoping that it will show up eventually. However, waiting for a named mob to spawn can be very tedious, boring, and frustrating, especially if there are other players competing for the same mob.
Some of the frustrations that players may experience while waiting for a named mob to spawn are:
- Wasting time: Waiting for a named mob to spawn can take up a lot of time that could be spent doing other activities in the game, such as leveling up, exploring new zones, completing quests, or interacting with other players. Some players may even spend hours or days camping at the same spot, hoping to get lucky.
- Losing interest: Waiting for a named mob to spawn can also make the game less enjoyable and exciting, as players may lose interest in the game or in their character. Some players may feel that they are not progressing or achieving anything in the game, or that they are missing out on other opportunities or events.
- Facing competition: Waiting for a named mob to spawn can also be stressful and challenging, as players may have to deal with other players who are also after the same mob. Some players may try to cooperate or negotiate with each other, while others may resort to conflict or harassment. Some players may even use unfair or unethical methods to gain an advantage over others, such as exploiting bugs, using third-party software, or stealing kills.
- Getting disappointed: Waiting for a named mob to spawn can also be disappointing and frustrating, as players may not get what they want even after killing the mob. Some named mobs may not drop the loot that the player is looking for, or may drop it at a very low rate. Some loot may also be bound to the player who loots it first, meaning that other players who helped kill the mob will get nothing. Some quests may also require multiple kills of the same named mob, adding to the difficulty and frustration.
In conclusion, waiting for a named mob to spawn in Everquest can be one of the most frustrating aspects of the game, as it can waste time, reduce interest, create competition, and cause disappointment. However, some players may still enjoy the challenge and thrill of hunting down rare and powerful enemies, or may find satisfaction and reward in obtaining rare and valuable loot or completing difficult quests. Ultimately, it depends on each player’s preference and playstyle whether they want to wait for a named mob to spawn or not.
