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  1. Has anyone ever noticed...

    That one person's "fix" (6a) is often another person's "fix" (6c)...

    http://www.merriam-webster.com/dicti...0&t=1342178985...???

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    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Rakeeb View Post
    This is a consortium thread, AIB. So rather than work from a lot of disparate sources, I'll combine the hits here...I think that sums it up. Does that sum it up?
    As we know, some of these items have already been implemented.

    I know that Santa is trying his best to bring about the changes I desire. He has been a very good boy this year. As such, I will continue to be patient with him.

    Eventually I got around to examining numbers in my Photon Seeker thread. I believe that many will find the ultimate suggestion satisfactory.

    The Umbral and Luminous Mastery suggestions also are worth considering. Perhaps, because of the time of the year in which I posted them, they were overlooked.

    For the most part you summed up my threads well. However, you did overlook the easiest solution....

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    To quote from the fourth thread I posted,

    "Vauluur raises the negative, "What WON'T "Fix" Khelds?"
    Others present the positive, "What WILL "Fix" Khelds?"
    This day, I offer the solution, "I WILL "Fix" Khelds.""

    That's right, my fellow aliens, just place everything in AIB's able hands and I assure you that all I bring about will be awesome.

    You see, it is altogether fitting for us to entrust our care into the hands of one who ever affirms the Kheldian ideal. The one who has both the wisdom and the ability to make our great dream a reality!

    AIB is ABLE!

    Able to effectively convey all of our real problems to the Devs!

    Able to fully convince them to implement all of the best solutions!

    Able to be the infallible voice of the people!

    A singular voice of the community.

    A voice of leadership, an embodiment of all that is Kheldian!

    Say, "Away with disappointment, displeasure and disagreements."

    This day, say, "AIB is the way!!!"

    That's right, in 2012, I tell you, AIB is ABLE!

    Thank you noble constituents.

    It was, is and ever shall be a pleasure to serve our community.
  2. Hmm...

    1. By granting me all of those things for which I wished in this thread...

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=279382

    2. By altering Photon Seekers according to my suggestion in this thread...

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=286975

    3. By introducing Umbral Mastery and Luminous Mastery as I suggested here...

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=281076

    4. By turning everything over to me...

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=282858

    As you can see, Rakeeb, it is really quite simple.
  3. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stone Daemon View Post
    This week we will be doing the summer event trials until everyone is sick of it and/or has a nice little stack of -kb IOs. I imagine our PB players in particular might be happy to hear this. For those that don't want to run it, a secondary event/team can be organized.
    I look forward to working with my talented co-stars.

    Should we dress for the part we are to play?

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stone Daemon View Post
    Also, it may interest you all to know that if you type "Kheldian" in the google search engine, one of the attempted auto-complete options it provides you with is Fridays. Cheers.
    Indeed.
  4. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Mordheim View Post
    Thanks all, Dechs and Stone, I have read both of your guides (as well as AIB's).
    Oh, I have a guide?

    Has someone assembled my scattered bits of poetry and prose into one volume? (And if they have, does it include a story about a little bird that forgot to fly south for winter? (Kheld Friday reference...http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showt...267757&page=18))

    At anyrate, I suspect you are referring to AlienOne's guide...

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=280670
  5. So, regarding tonight's undertaking, I have but one question...

    "Wouldn't you prefer a nice game of chess?"
  6. Stone Daemon,

    I commend this fine work and will be sure to recommend it in the future. Thank you for your service.

    Sincerely,

    AIB
  7. Congratulations in advance on reaching level 50.

    Are you planning on just one build for all phases of the game???

    Regarding your problems allow me to offer quick solutions...

    1. If you feel that Triform precludes effective use of toggles, and I tend to agree, then ignore Orbiting Death and Inky aspect. Don't even bother getting them. Banish them from your build and don't look back...I haven't.

    2. Decide upon what you really want to do. Focus! Get a plan together and go with it. Sure, you can "frankenslot" and get some nice enhancement values but a really nice build is going to look beyond just enhancement values. Think about IO bonuses and utility. Do you enjoy playing on teams, soloing or do you do a bit of both?

    You could skip Nova and be Biform but, if you do, you'll be losing alot of AOE damage potential (at any level of the game mind you) in the process. Perhaps you'd find it beneficial to focus upon Nova for AOEs (leave the Nova ST attacks with few, if any, additional slots) and focus upon your human form ST attacks (which would be nice for stronger single targets).

    If Orbiting Death means alot to you, sure, you can keep it, but as I've said many times before, whenever you choose for something you choose against something else. Make the right choice. And in a matter such as this, I'm even comfortable with saying, "Make the right choice for you."

    Perhaps, as Stone mentioned, you should post your build so that we can better help you.

    Oh, and one more thing, in addition to reading Dech's Shade guide read Stone's build guide. Both are part of the Kheldian canon.
  8. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Dechs Kaison View Post
    I'm certainly triform on my Warshade, but I just don't see as much benefit to a PB's form as I do with my Warshade. My character's concept on this one doesn't allow for forms either.
    If your concept does not allow for forms then I understand.

    However, the level of power that a well built triform PB has when exemped is astounding.

    It's something better felt than told I tell ya...

    Better felt than told! Better felt than told!! BETTER FELT THAN TOLD!!!

    Kheldian family, can I get a witness?
  9. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Dechs Kaison View Post
    ...Do a search for AIB's build to compare to if you get a chance. His builds fit much more defense than I care to...
    Here is my latest build. I have swapped the enhancements in Dark Nova Emanation and Detonation because of the faster recharge of Kheld's Grace compared to Posi's blast. I have selected Hybrid Assault and I have set all relative levels to +5 so you have a complete picture of my build.

    I'll update "AIB's build" post when the new Kheld AT enhancements are published.

    Until then...

    http://www.cohplanner.com/mids/downl...8F7F001D26FA90

    Oh, and my defense goal was to be softcapped to S/L and Psi when using Venge (or...even a medium inspiration for me for that matter ).

    This has proven to be of great use for both my PB and WS.
  10. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Rakeeb View Post
    Hey PB players -

    What do you guys do for a single-target attack chain, and how in general do we compare with other damage-oriented toons on a single-target level?

    Thanks
    Here is a link to a discussion that addresses your question.

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showt...e+Peacebringer

    There are numerous factors to consider when comparing to "other damage-oriented toons on a single-target level..." But, generally speaking, I'd say that Peacebringers deal less damage than most, however, they are generally able to get the job done so don't worry...
  11. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Lersondaya View Post
    My WS is getting close to 50, and I plan on going full Dwarf tanking...
    Even if you 6 slot every Dwarf ability (including teleport) you are still going to have slots left over. Therefore, you may wish to look into several buff, utility, and/or nuke powers from human form...or even, if you don't mind going triform, getting Nova and slotting the AOE attacks.

    Were I in your position I'd still follow the build path that I have chosen for AIB I'd just slot cheap sets, focusing upon recharge at first, until I could afford the next upgrade.

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showt...=266652&page=2

    Of course, you may want to six slot dwarf taunt...and (*cringe*) Dwarf teleport.
  12. Quote:
    Originally Posted by The guy your mom stalks View Post
    I was just wondering which way to go for my tri-form pb when it's ready...
    Here is a link so that you can make an informed decision.

    http://paragonwiki.com/wiki/Hybrid_Slot_Abilities

    Ultimately the decision is yours to make...I will be going Assault for my PB as more damage is something from which she could greatly benefit.
  13. Quote:
    Originally Posted by stone daemon View Post
    the green mitos alone would prove impossible to crack with only khelds. It's quite a bit tougher than lady grey's version.
    Again I shout, UNBELIEVER!
  14. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stone Daemon View Post
    tl;dr
    It was rather intimidating I suppose. To each his own good chap. Tallyho!

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stone Daemon View Post
    I'm thinking a Mender Lazarus TF and/or ITF. And for the record, if we were going to do an RtR, I wouldn't announce it ahead of time. To prevent interference, you see.
    Either of these is fine. Though, an RtR or a Mag Trial would be far more epic.

    Btw, whe are we going to get around to Hami?
  15. Lunchtime and no suggestions...

    How about another RtR?

    (My previous comment...and Alfred, Lord Tennyson inspired me...mostly Alfred...)

    The Advance of the Kheldian Brigade



    Half a mile, half a mile,
      Half a mile onward,
    All in the valley of Death
      They did move forward.
    'To battle, the Kheld Brigade!
    Charge the Mothership and live the dream!'
    Into the valley of Death
      Rolled the team.

    'Forward Kheld Brigade!'
    Was there a one dismay'd?
    Not tho' the soldiers knew
      Some one had blunder'd:
    Theirs not to make reply,
    Theirs not to reason why,
    Theirs but to do and die:
    Into the valley of Death
      Rolled the team.

    Rikti to right of them,
    Rikti to left of them,
    Rikti in front of them
      Volley'd and thunder'd;
    Storm'd at with shot and shell,
    Boldly they rolled and well,
    Into the jaws of Death,
    Into the mouth of Hell
      Rolled the team.

    Flash'd all the Peacebringers bright,
    While Warshades turned day to night
    Slaying the opponents there,
    Charging an army while
      All the world wonder'd:
    Plunged in the Pylon smoke
    Right thro' the shield they broke;
    Mighty Rikti
    Reel'd from deadly stroke

    A wave of destruction, it would seem
    The Khelds rolled back, but not
    Not the whole team.

    Rikti to right of them,
    Rikti to left of them,
    Rikti behind them
      Volley'd and thunder'd;
    Storm'd at with shot and shell,
    While hero and villain fell,
    They that had fought so well
    Came thro' the jaws of Death,
    Back from the mouth of Hell,
    All that was left of them,
      Left of the team.

    When can their glory fade?
    O the wild charge they made!
      All the world wonder'd.
    Honour the charge they made!
    Honour the Kheld Brigade,
      Noble team!


    —AIB
  16. And what grand adventure do we intend to undertake this fine evening ladies and gentlemen of the Kheldian brigade?
  17. AIB

    Extra Power Tray

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Dechs Kaison View Post
    1. Guys, AIB's not serious. You can all stop picking on him...

    2. Good show. Too good.
    1. Listen up swabbie, no one dares to pick on Captain AIB, NO ONE! Lest they be made to walk the plank.

    2. But, don't you play on Virtue?

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by RaikenX View Post
    Yeah...I had a feeling that AiB wasn't standing on a "firm podium" with this one since he didn't seem to be getting all uppity and confrontational about stuff...that and the whole "captain ahab" schtick (tho he coulda just taken my Resident Evil: Apocalypse quote at face value instead of grammer cop'ing me...jerk... )
    Oh, well, I assure you the tale of the War and Peace will continue. Perhaps you have missed the first few parts...

    Yeah, frankly I have, what I count as, better things to do than to be uppity and confrontational about stuff.

    Glad you caught the Ahab nod...no one mentioned the Martin Luther nod.

    You're welcome on the grammar smackage...or should that be "Your." I'll let ye figure that one out.

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by SwellGuy View Post
    I have very negative feelings on the new tray.
    I call upon all Kheldians to do everything they can to stop this terrorist threat. Thank you.

    [Flashes golf club.]

    Now watch this drive.
  18. AIB

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    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Memphis_Bill View Post
    *hands over a lance*

    Windmill's that way. Have fun. *gets out camera, prepares youtube account.*
    Silly Sancho, I tell you that those Windmills are giants. And giants need to be slain. And they need to be slain by my sword.

    Come, follow me, fulfill your role as my simple minded servant and I am certain that we shall succeed.

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Smiling_Joe View Post
    Ironic, given the archetype you're playing.
    Contextually speaking, know that I have no intention of changing or adapting to this gross imposition which has been placed upon Kheldiankind.

    What will be ironic (situational irony) is when the Devs learn that this so called improvement that they have enacted, for the purpose of encouraging people to play, backfires.

    I am in favor of the compromise. But until it is enacted, until we are given control, the proper thing for the developers to do is to eliminate the offending tray.

    I, nay, we, have vetoed their proposal.

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by RaikenX View Post
    Mythbusters busted this myth.


    "Evolution has it's dead ends."
    1. Perhaps that is why I said, "It is said..."

    2. Its denotes ownership. It's is a contraction for it is or it has...sorry I had to go all grammar police on this one.

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Bright_Tempest View Post
    Can't... stop... laughing...
    Then I hope you are not one of these guys...

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8iyY...eature=related

    Later all,

    AIB
  19. AIB

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    [For many months, the War and Peace has sailed steadily and swiftly toward the Kheldian promised land. But with progress the waters have grown more shallow; dangerous reefs have sprang forth and mutiny is clearly afoot. Captain AIB, no longer content with confering with his crew from the confines of his quarters, has come forth. At his righthand stands Serene Servant, a statuesque beauty. At his lefthand stands another, faithful and true, and who that alien is, well, perhaps it is you. With a refined and authoritative voice the captain begins...]

    Friends! Kheldians! First, I wish to thank you for your kind suggestions. I appreciate your willingness to render assitance unto me in the form of friendly, though, I might add, unsolicited, advice.

    That being said, know that I had already considered, and rejected each of your proposed solutions.

    It is said, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." I say, it's altogether impossible to teach an old sea dog new tricks. I have no intention of adapting or changing. We should not have to.

    Whether due to ignorance, or idiocy, or some combination thereof an egregious effrontery has been perpetrated against our noble species. To a lesser extent it has been perpetrated against all who navigate these beautiful waters.

    I care not why it was done.

    I simply demand that it be undone.

    And I urge each of you, not to acquiesce to those who would dare to harm us. Stand your ground. Ready the cannons! And give a full broadside! Let us send this demon to the deepest depths of Davey Jones' locker!

    And speak not to me of "histrionics" or your absolute lack of faith in "absolutes."

    What I say to you, I say to all, "I'd strike the sun if it insulted our race."

    Who's with me?!
  20. AIB

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    This "feature" has moved beyond being merely useless, annoying and distracting.

    I have found it to be detrimental as well.

    You see, for years I have been able to use the mouse to click inspirations while in the process of shifting. Now, whenever I shift, my inspiration tray gets moved. Because of this, I have, on a couple of occassions, wasted inspirations and have even died.

    All of this I find gravely offensive.

    I am in favor of a compromise. A compromise, wherein Kheldians have control. In fact, it appears that all are in favor of such. However, until that compromise is reached, I say that we, who have grown accustomed to playing our Kheldians in certain ways for years should not be the ones who have to adapt.

    Therefore, I demand that this encroachment be removed immediately.

    And I call upon all of like mind to do the same.

    My fellow citizens, until a compromise is reached either you are for or against this new "feature."

    I am firmly against it.

    Here I stand. I can do no other...

    AIB
  21. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stone Daemon View Post
    We'll be running the Penelope Yin TF tonight.
    Sounds like fun.


    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stone Daemon View Post
    While it is pretty neat, it simply isn't going to be done on this server with all khelds.
    UNBELIEVER!
  22. AIB

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    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Techbot Alpha View Post
    The former point is bloody stupid. Some of us are really damn glad that our trays are no longer a cluttered, crowded mess, thank you very much, and would be very hacked off if this useful feature got taken away just because it's not useful to everyone.

    The latter point is a better idea, since I CAN see why people would like the choice to not have it if they work powers in a different way. And that's fine, and will hopefully be on the cards.

    But, please, avoid blanket statements and changes, thanks.
    My point was concisely worded. However, due to your reaction, which conveys volumes I might add, I will expand with commentary.

    "The extra tray is of no use to me." -
    It is of no use to me because for years I have been able to switch to Nova and Dwarf form with the touch of a button (i.e. a keybind). The tray in the bottom right corner of my screen gets replaced with either tray 2 or 9 which contain my Nova and Dwarf form powers respectively.
    "I find it annoying..." -
    that whenever I enter into Nova or Dwarf form an unnumbered tray is forced upon me. This tray duplicates the powers that I am planning to use, powers that, upon changing, have already appeared in my bottom right tray. It is unnecessary, it takes up space and I find its appearance and disappearance distracting.
    "...and believe it should be removed immediately." -
    Clearly you do not because, in your own words, "Some of us are really damn glad that our trays are no longer a cluttered, crowded mess, thank you very much, and would be very hacked off if this useful feature got taken away just because it's not useful to everyone." To borrow your format and vernacular, I am "hacked off" because this useless feature is getting thrust upon me because some find it useful.
    While it seems that all who have chimed in, including you, agree with the, "We want to be able to control this feature sentiment," at the end of the day either the Devs will allow us to control it or they will not.

    But if they do not allow us to control it, then I say that this "feature" should be removed.

    You are more than welcome to say that it should remain.

    Just know that I disagree.
  23. Suggestions for tonight's KF in no particular order...

    New arc(s)?

    or...

    How about a new TF?

    if not then...

    That Magisterium trial sure looks like fun, don't you think?

    Talk to me Kheld brethren.
  24. AIB

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    The extra tray is of no use to me. I find it very annoying and believe it should be removed immediately.

    At the very least, we should have the option of turning this new "feature" off.
  25. Tonight on Kheld Fridays...

    ?