WinterFlare

With certain jackets/robes, isn't that how it works anyway?

A logo/emblem is down-sized to be worn on the left of the chest.

That's precisely what I was going for

Now that's a nice headline

I'm detecting a very 'anti-blaster' feel :P

No space for a squishie? I've done the MoSTF before, but still want to put the smackdown on Recluse for the SG badge...

Agreed. It's certainly an alternative. Badge titles under hero names are just as visible (although a red ribbon on a jacket is a bit more 'realistic', costume-wise) - and yeah, you probably will wind up a few badgers ('cept me ) lol

They are the flipside arguments, this is true. However, the point of wearing them is not to be noted as a 'charitable person', but to raise awareness and to show your support.

Each year, I purchase / wear a red ribbon for world aids day. At my office, people ask where they can donate, as they weren't aware it was that time of year, and they wish to contribute to. They then get themselves a red ribbon, and the chain continues. It's the same logic with wearing a poppy. It's a) to show you care / support the charity (not as a 'badge of honour', but just to show that you are involved in some way) and b) to raise awareness.

Your opinions are valid, of course. Some people surely pick such things up just to look like a better person - however, it would be an overgeneralisation to say that about everyone - and it is those that do not fit into that category that have shown an interest in such an idea within CoH.

The ability to design characters with unique twists is what makes this game so strong. People can be as creative (or not) as they wish. However, the idea has merit, and there are those that agree.

The option could be considered for a future release, of course. This 'suggestion', can just be for a ribbon logo so that people have the choice in the future. However, the suggestion to put some money towards a charity is something that for some reason has received quite a negative reaction, for an idea that really isn't such a bad thing.

I give money to AIDs support charities around world aids day each year. This won't stop. (And no, I'm not saying this to make myself look better, I am simply using it to make my next point). However, should such an item/possibility be possible in-game, I would give to this as well, not instead of. Thus, the 'why don't you just give to a charity' argument doesn't quite stick. I do that already. However, this may allow those that don't normally think about it to do so, and 'raise awareness', as is the point.

In my Super Group, a father and his two sons (one a teen, one around ten) play the game as a family. The father is now a good friend (thanks CoH) and his sons love working on costumes - they try out every variation and love seeing what other people have created. I know that if my character wore a red ribbon, they'd notice the second they next saw me, and would ask about it. I would then explain what it was for, and how I got it, and quickly summarise the charity. It's not the kind of thing you can just sit down and force upon everyone, but when asked, you can tell. Thus, they become aware. And trust me, teens that are aware of AIDs issues? A damn fine idea.

That's obviously just an example. Not preaching, not flaming - I'm just painting a picture of how the awareness-raising potential of such things works.

Both ideas seem like good ones, GrinningSpade. A 'charity logo pack' would be nice (although I'm guessing the Red Cross is already do-able with the current selection), but of course, you do get the problem of which ones to do, etc. I suppose it could be asked?

I was hoping for some RedName intervention at this juncture, so here's hoping.

That's how the Wedding Pack works, Rapthorn, so I'm guessing that's how this would work

If you like the idea, please pop over to the 'Suggestions' forum/thread and place your comments there That's the best place to give this suggestion some weight!

We understand that, GR, and believe me, I've given a fair bit to DTWT for my sketches, and feel as though it's a great cause!

We were just putting forward the idea that a costume piece / logo / emblem could be created for purchase, and a portion of *that* go to DTWT / other charities too. Like a 'charity add-on pack'. You pay for the pack (like the wedding pack) and get the logo/emblem, and the money goes (totally, or partially) to DTWT. Then, in-game, you can wear a (coloured) version of that logo/emblem, to represent the charity/event that you wish to support, either throughout the year, or on specific days.

You're right, of course, extremus. That's why I put forward the alternate suggestion of donating it to DTWT, but giving the ability to pick the ribbon logo's colour, so that you can show your awareness of a different cause/issue on your character.

Well, I just read through 11 pages. That took a while!

Upon reading the first page, I found myself feeling really bad that I'd not gotten to know Rockjaw better whenever I went to Bristol Comic Cons. I believe it will actually be something that I regret for probably the rest of my life. He's someone that I acknowledge as having done so much for so many people, and he is going to be missed.

The only thing I think he ever said to me was 'great picture', when he saw my screenshot about to be sketched in 2007. As you can see, I love this man, because he has taste

Chris - well, what can I say? Back when you were in-game, you were a great player, and if I see you getting back into it, I'll be happy. However, what has happened sucks, there's no denying. Again, you made Cons that much smoother, worth attending, friendlier and generally...unique.

You're both stars. You're both part of the history of this game. In my opinion, they need to build tributes to your characters into CoX.

I agree with Chatarsis on this one - if you're doing something important, then go AFK outside the mission. It's sod's law that they won't be back by the time you're done, and then you have to wait for them to exit.

I think going AFK a lot during the majority of most missions can take the mick. It's really down to the players to try and politely ask (perhaps outside of team chat) is everything ok? is there something you need to do? would it be better if they logged off for a bit and re-joined later? That kind of 'niceness'. It saves frustration.

I'm not too sure I appreciate being referred to as an 'unthinking player', thank you very much.

I never said it would be a five-second-job. I work for a software development company, and am well-aware of how long something that appears 'small' takes. However, my meaning was (and apologies if this was not clear, but I was expecting feedback along the lines of "I would/wouldn't support this idea", rather than insults) that for a CHARITY, a GOOD CAUSE and generally for the sake of allowing CoH-ers to do their part, developing a ribbon logo would be a small, yet welcome, gesture.

I suppose you could put the money towards Draw The World Together. I'm a big fan of supporting them (and yes, I do appreciate the sketches that I've had in return). Perhaps 'genericising' the concept would make it easier? Develop/produce a 'ribbon' icon, to which the money (or part of) goes towards the CoH DTWT charity, whilst allowing characters to display their charity ribbons in game, and change the colours depending on which 'awareness' day is current, or that they wish to support?

Obviously, that is the part that needs to be considered, should the idea be taken up by development. Not how 'small' the development times/costs will be.

The point of this idea isn't to 'sell' anything. It's to give players the chance to do their bit, and show that they *are* doing their bit in game. It's a chance to let people do a little bit of personal heroism. Isn't that the point of the game? (and no, CoV players do not get to steal the donations box :P )

*Waves a big pink flare*

It wasn't until after I posted that I realised Batman would be the first response. I think that by the time he was teamed with *both* Nightwing and Robin, Nightwing was less of a sidekick and more of a 'teammate'.

The X-Men, yes, are a mentoring team - and tend to have a 'young' team, rather than a lot of n00bs and one adult taking them into battle (this reflects low levels teaming together, rather than the discussed 'level 50 takes six level 1's to RWZ to die' approach).

The Avengers recruit the odd 'new' hero, but they are always mentor'd/side-kicked appropriately. I think it fails to follow the 'rules' of super-heroing if you have more than one sidekick...

I've posted my suggestion in the suggestion forum. I'm glad it has some approval.

You may be right, and that specific ones should be sold for specific events. I suppose it depends on which charities get donated to - that bit would be hard.

Following some positive responses to a suggestion that I made here: http://uk.boards.cityofheroes.com/showfl...&PHPSESSID=

My post:

I'd be interested to see what kind of a response NC would get, if they opened up a 'donation' section, and advertised some kind of charity event?

For instance - something really simple? How about a ribbon emblem? You can wear it on your chest, or on your jacket, and obviously colour it accordinly (pink for breast cancer, red for aids).

They could, say, ask for donations of £1 (GBP) from characters, and all who donate can access this tiny 'extra'. Then you can show your support online.

Development-wise, I'd imagine it would be a tiny thing, and a great gesture from the company. Then the proceeds (or 'most of them', if development will cost) can go to the charity in question, and suddenly, everyone wins:

1) NC come out as a caring developer
2) People can donate, and show their support in game
3) The charity is supported

I actually really think that this is a grand idea. One tiny emblem/logo, a small price (hell, I'd actually go as far as paying £5-10 but only because I feel so strongly for certain charities, so I'd certainly use it! - but £1-2 seems good enough) for something this 'small' in-game.

Opinions?

Well, I'm not sure about Breast Cancer support, but there is a *World* Aids Day

I'd be interested to see what kind of a response NC would get, if they opened up a 'donation' section, and advertised some kind of charity event?

For instance - something really simple? How about a ribbon emblem? You can wear it on your chest, or on your jacket, and obviously colour it accordinly (pink for breast cancer, red for aids).

They could, say, ask for donations of £1 (GBP) from characters, and all who donate can access this tiny 'extra'. Then you can show your support online.

Development-wise, I'd imagine it would be a tiny thing, and a great gesture from the company. Then the proceeds (or 'most of them', if development will cost) can go to the charity in question, and suddenly, everyone wins:

1) NC come out as a caring developer
2) People can donate, and show their support in game
3) The charity is supported

I actually really think that this is a grand idea. One tiny emblem/logo, a small price (hell, I'd actually go as far as paying £5-10 but only because I feel so strongly for certain charities, so I'd certainly use it! - but £1-2 seems good enough) for something this 'small' in-game.

Opinions?

I'm just trying to think of an instance when a super-hero *had* more than one side-kick active at a time, and I just can't think of an example. Can anyone else?

It's a shame such a sensible, simple OP had to go that far.

I *was* going to comment on how it's a shame that they picked the 31st of October. People are going to dress 'outrageously' anyway - I would have thought picking a day where wearing something 'different' would have been noticed more would have raised a little more awareness, rather than slipping it in on Halloween, when some people will just think 'Pink outfit = because of Halloween'.

I will consider making a pink costume for this day, to make a point. We have a charity box in our office for breast cancer support, and this post has certainly reminded me to donate this year, so thank you for posting it.

It's a shame that the flames began. However, I can understand the pain that people must go through when a loved one suffers from this, and so I think everyone should just continue to discuss the OP, and be a little understanding to those that have struck each other's nerves. I hope the two of you can find a middle-ground where you can get along.

Again, thank you for the OP. It has made me realise that I will request (on here, too) that my Super Group (at least) wear a token costume for World Aids Day this year, which is as important to me and many others as the support of breast cancer charities are. The upside being, of course, that it won't take long to turn a red costume in december, into my Christmas outfit for this year's winter event! I suppose the only way I can combine halloween and breast cancer awareness in CoH is to design a pink pirate outfit to trick or treat in - which actually is beginning to sound like a good idea!

Gotta say, I think the SK/Exemp design is fantastic, and should stay how it is.

You can introduce a friend to the game you've played for ages, drop to their level and help them out, or hoik them up past the early levels so that they can get flight sorted, capes put on, and generally won't have to suffer the hollows much. That final part, of course, is a sign of true friendship

Keep sk-ing as it is.

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY

Finally got it! )

You've made me a happy bunny.

I'm keeping track, now, so at least I know how far away I am in a worst case scenario.