Darthic

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  1. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Yogi_Bare View Post
    Is it possible to move the Bio creator over to the Tailor/Character Mod Screen and allow each costume slot the option of having it's own Bio?
    That is actually a decent idea. A character could devote multiple
    slots to a character that might be two distinct personalities..

    Examples:
    Billy Batson/Captain Marvel
    Ronnie Raymond/Martin Stein (Firestorm)
  2. I agree with Protector_Knight:

    My travel choices always keep the character's concept in mind
    as a base. My Tank has Super Jump. As a result of the Tank's
    tree-trunk sized legs, it made more sense that bounding over
    low flying aircraft be the travel mode of choice.

    I suppose that if I wanted to review all the bonus options of each
    individual power set, I could custom craft an ideal character to make
    the most of the choices..

    But I like flaws in my Characters. The possibility that each encounter
    could end in defeat makes me really enjoy the times when a villian is
    soundly defeated.
  3. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Lady_Sadako View Post
    More and more content keeps getting added to this game. When Going Rogue comes around it'll add even more. The AE system has already provided a way to miss a lot of the existing content.

    We run the risk of interesting content getting buried, which will mean new players miss out. While some of it is definitely skippable, I wouldn't want anyone to miss out on (for example) the Hess TF, the Eden Trial or the Sewer Trial just because they didn't know to go looking for them. Although you can introduce players to some stuff just by adding the relevant contacts, you don't guarantee that they will follow through. Also, simply having a contact added doesn't tell you what that contact will lead to.

    So, I suggest a clicky button (perhaps you phone a City Advisor / Arachnos Co-Ordinator) which gives you a quick bullet list of Suggested Things To Do At Your Current Level. If a player is ever at a loose end or can't think of what to do, a quick click of the button would show a list of eligible activities.

    For example, let's say you're a level 15 hero and are wondering what fun things there are to do at this level. You click your Suggested Activities button and get:

    * Positron could use your help for a Task Force! He's in Steel Canyon. You'll need at least 3 team members.
    * Ready to face other players in PvP? Head to Bloody Bay! Get there by helicopter from Skyway City.
    * Synapse needs help with a Task Force! He's in Skyway City. You'll need at least 4 team members.
    * Just want to clean the streets? You can always find bad guys to fight in Boomtown.

    ... and so on. The idea is to make sure new players always have a quick, easy way to find out about content they haven't done.
    WELL DONE!

    I like this idea alot. If it were not for my former friends (Honestly, they
    are still friends of a sort - But they play that *other* game and therefore
    dead to me ), I would have been at a loss as to where to go and what
    to do next.
  4. Quote:
    Originally Posted by DumpleBerry View Post
    It's okay. In 100 years or so, the game will be long since dead--so you can just quit now. I mean, honestly, why bother paying for it now if it won't be around later?
    Blasphemer!

    Hopefully I will be long dead and buried before that happens. Life without
    a visit to my favorite MMO would resemble a solar system without the Sun
    there to provide light, warmth and a reason for Ice Cream trucks in the
    Summer.

    mmMMmm Ice Cream.
  5. I will add my own agreement to play your character the way
    it suits you best. My Peace Bringer is only a human form, but
    that choice was background/rp based rather then dictated by
    other concerns.

    I don't begrudge players that strive to get the most out of their
    builds as far as damage and teaming goes, but that's not my prime
    motivation for playing.

    In either case, welcome to the wonderful world of Kheldians.
  6. Darthic

    looking

    I second the welcome. Fresh meat for the grinder
    says I. (Just kidding of course) Settle in and enjoy
    your stay.

    It's pretty nice around here.
  7. Welcome to the InSaNiTy! You're made a good a choice, but of
    course I'm biased.
  8. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Dispari View Post
    Usually you'll find our community is pretty friendly until someone starts acting out. It's only when someone comes in and says "THIS GAME SUCKS" that someone tells them to get out. Take this thread for example:

    http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=212253

    Someone who doesn't play very often asked a question. We had a few "Huhs?" but overall mostly people giving ideas and theories on why they'd do double exp now instead of after i17. It wasn't until someone came in and called everyone "delusional fanboys" that people started saying "If you don't enjoy the game, just leave."

    And I tend to agree. If it's not fun, don't torture yourself, and don't drag others down with you. There's a difference between feedback and suggestions and "THIS GAME SUCKS, YOU'RE ALL DUMB FOR PLAYING."
    In all honesty, I have yet to encounter any posts or rants for
    that matter that are driving players away. I'm fairly new to the
    forums and assume that some of my questions might have the
    userbase rolling their eyes and snickering "Great, another N00b."

    But everyone here is friendly and helpful as far as I can see.

    You have to take a negative comments in context. I would rather
    let the player and forum base speak for itself. It's not always as
    some would make you believe: One rotten apple does *not* spoil
    the whole bushel.
  9. Darthic

    Recipes

    Thanks for all the info and links guys. Work has been crazy lately, so I
    haven't had a chance to follow up - But I'm grateful and will post once
    I've put the suggestions into practice.

    I'm anxious to begin upgrading/crafting my enhancements.
  10. Darthic

    Voip

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by thetorquenator View Post
    I Use Skype but I never have anyone to talk to. The friends I used to adventure with have all moved on.....
    I occasionally get one to come back for a brief while but that is about it.

    I had MUCH better luck with skype than with any other tool but I never tried GTalk yet I Have an account though but I just use for IMing.

    If your on freedom or virtue and want to team let me know
    My skype name is part of my signature. Feel free to add me if you
    wish. And by the way, that is an open invitation to those that may
    want to chat. I'm on Freedom, but I have friends on Protector as
    well.

    You'll have to put up with my Boston Accent, but I don't bite.
  11. The true *reward* for playing is easy to identify - Enjoyment. All the extra perks
    (Veteran Rewards and such) are gravy as far as I'm concerned. I'd still pay my
    hard earned $$$ even if my time spent online was not acknowledged.

    However each their own my friend.
  12. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Adeon Hawkwood View Post
    Well my first thought was "farmers are going to love this". This doesn't necessarily make it a bad idea but it is something to keep in mind.
    The sad fact is, ANY good idea (Not just one I like) has the potential
    for a abuse. It's Human nature that some will abuse the system and
    the majority suffers as a result.

    Where's the honor system when you need her.
  13. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Samuel_Tow View Post
    I'd sooner see them make a uni-server before just leaving server transfers perpetually open. Naming issues, Super Group status, server populations, bah humbug.

    It's not like I have a reason to really complain if it happens, but it's not something I'd write out in capital letters, either.
    I agree. While I like the fact that TPTB allowed server transfers, a
    completely open system will cause issues too. I already deleted one
    character because the name wasn't available - A number at the end
    ruined the effect for me.
  14. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Brightwel View Post
    OK so while I was reading about some of the official SGs I noticed something that I think would be a good feature for our own: Preferred Enemy Groups.

    Basically the idea is this. Once a SG has met a certain requirement (this could be a minimum member size and/or base size or something like that) they can register who there preferred enemy group is (for a prestige cost or maybe just for free).

    Doing this will grant a few benefits: the first is that all members of that SG gain some kind of bonus against the preferred enemy group that could take the form of a dmg or prestige bonus etc., it could also unlock a few unique base items that are linked to the enemy group that could also grant some sort of bonus or just be for decoration.

    I think a system like this would allow for greater themed SGs and it may also encourage people to develop their SG more. So what do you think? And what form do you think the bonuses should take?
    I like this idea. Not sure if this option is available on the PvP side as
    well as an Arch-Enemy option. Players could lock in an A-E (Not to
    be confused with AE Missions) and both players would be able to get
    a small bonus when one defeated the other (Keep in mind, the
    victor is the one that get the bonus.)

    I'm not a PvP Player, so the options currently available are those
    that do engage in the sport so to speak is unknown to me.
  15. Darthic

    And I'm done

    Congratulations! Well done.
  16. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Fusion_7 View Post
    Was flying around getting ready to leave DA as I was somewhat close to the exit and I just happened to turn around and to my surprise I saw something behind the buildings. I was able to take a quick snapshot before it disappeared into the night fog. Not sure what it was as I spent the next hour looking for it again but no luck in finding what the heck I saw. Based on the image, it kind of looks like half turtle and some kind of giant lizard. Not sure? Anyone else see this?


    I have only recently begun to explore this zone in an effort to collect
    some badges and see what the zone had to offer. Prior to looking at
    the rest of the thread I did a..

    *Jaw Drop* WHAT THE <CENSORED>!

    Thanks for the picture and effort. That zone really does need a great
    Monster or Themed Encounter to ramp up the SpOokY Factor and make
    the location POP.

    Note: I realize this is an old forum post, but I've got a lot to catch up on
    being fairly new to the forums and all.
  17. Darthic

    Recipes

    SG:

    Thanks for the response. I thought so too. I have tried it on serveral
    occasions with the recipe and salvage required and it failed to go through
    the crafting process.

    Thats the reason why I thought I missing a step. I'll give it another go and
    see what happens. I am grateful for your understanding and assistance.

    Cheers!

    Note: I should have posted this under the invention thread. I apologize
    for the clutter caused.
  18. Darthic

    Recipes

    *Puts on his N00B Aura*

    Hey gang:

    I've been trying to recently figure out the system used for making
    enhancements via recipes. Is there a detailed site out there with
    nOOb friendly information as well as tips?

    I've tried several of the Wiki Sites and Google, but really haven't
    found anything that is going to give me the info I need. I've also
    been through the University tutoral, but I find that player written
    content works better during the learning process.

    Thanks in advance for any info and for humoring me without too
    much ridicule. (Feel free to laugh and tease.. I can take it)
  19. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Golden Girl View Post
    I wonder if enough Western themed avatars being created would cause the devs to make a Western themed zone?
    To briefly draw upon my Boston accent:

    That would be Wicked!

    Can you see it now: A Western themed zone in the style of Bonanza or
    even better.. West World? (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_world)
  20. Darthic

    No GR for me!

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by Scarlet Shocker View Post
    But I do have a pretty good excuse I reckon!



    Happy little dance.

    Maybe in April!
    Congratulations! I have to resisit Going Rogue for a while
    myself... It's early in the process, but my wife and I are expecting.

    Maybe I'll get Going Rogue in 18 years when the kid's grown. In all
    honesty, I'll probably make the addition in the fall.
  21. Darthic

    No GR for me!

    Quote:
    Originally Posted by BrandX View Post
    OMG! Give him a hamburger! He looks anorexic!
    I rescued/adopted several greyhounds once their racing careers
    were over. One, was very content to turn her nose up to any-
    thing that wasn't what she was used to.

    Racing dogs are raised on a very strict diet. Pamela (Dog's name)
    loved lean protein, veggies [peas, green beans and the like] and
    rice.

    Although they will gain weight once in a home environment, they
    are supposed to be slim, trim and quick on their toes.

    Cheers!
  22. Darthic

    Voip

    Thanks for all the feedback! Due to the fact that I'm comfortable with Skype,
    I'll probably be sticking with that option. However I am greatful for the info
    and available options.

    Cheers!
  23. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Romelus View Post
    Just started my adventure, so I thought id stop by the servers offical forum and say hi. so Hi. If you see me around wave I hope I can figure out how to wave back.
    Welcome to the insanity. We we may not bite, but I'd hardly call us good
    your mental health. (No seriously, welcome. You're gonna like it here.)
  24. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Le Blanc View Post
    The simple fact is, like others have said, we will never know for sure what the "thing" is and this is by design. Except for the "guaranteed in" people (60+ Vets, Hero Con attendees, etc) we will never know what the "thing" is and who is getting in future betas. And the Dev's want it that way.
    Actually, I kinda like the fact that the playerbase as a whole doesn't
    know the "Thing" as it were. Makes those that actually get invited
    and involved feel like 'Made Men' (CO-X Costra Nostra)

    All joking aside now. I would be honored if I were ever asked, but as
    we all know, its not 'Sunshine and Rainbows' to beta test. Things get
    tested for a reason and during those tests lockups and worse happen.

    And being a beta requires a certain mindset. I'd rather play the finished
    product myself. It's always better to eat the cookies then MAKE them.
  25. I am probably stumbling in the dark here, but what is the likelihood
    of Server Transfers becoming a Veteran Reward? Heck, they might
    already be offered for all I know.

    My thought is that each 12 month period would earn the player one
    token to be used on one character of their choice. Once used, the
    token would expire within 24 hours and the character now 'lives' on
    their new server until they buy a token or earn/use another.

    The 24 hour limit would allow you only to move your character BACK
    to it's previous server if you decided that the player activity was not
    what you expected or the lag was too great to make playing enjoyable.

    The cap limit of free token earned would never exceed three. But
    of course a player can buy a token that exceeds this limit.

    Just mindless babble.

    Cheers!