Ex_Libris

Hey all,

Just getting caught up on internal stuffs and such, I do have some pictures from this past weekend that I will post up as soon as I can grab some time.

I have started this thread by request over in the events forum so that folks in Seattle that met at PAX or wish to continue a regular social gathering can continue to plan and organize events.

Here's the link

Also I just read through the past couple of pages of feedback and I'll include some of your suggestions and notes into my report.

I agree that our space for showing off COH was a bit tight, I didn't mind the crowd factor as it showed us and the rest of NCsoft how crazy popular and loved COH is by the fans and folks that try out the game, but it did make it difficult at times to move around and make sure everyone was greeted appropriately.

Any other feedback about PAX or the player Meet & Greet can be posted here or sent directly to me via PM or email at exlibris@ncsoft.com

Regards,

Ex Libris

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Logout near homeless person in alley: Unemployed

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Or, at least, logging out next to the Can Man.

In the excitement of announcing the many features of Issue 13: Architect we included a reference that the Shield Powerset would be accessible to the Stalker Archetype. This is actually not the case. Shields were always intended to be a melee set, but not for Stalkers. Stalkers work more from the shadows, making lethal strikes to quickly overcome their targets and the concept of doing so from behind a shield doesn’t quite fit.

Our apologies for any confusion that this reference may have caused. We’ve updated the Issue 13 announcements to remove Stalkers from the Shield Powerset list. Thanks in advance for your understanding.

Please use this thread to discuss this topic!


Regards,

Ex Libris

... there's no reason it can't do both.

Burrito Grande temp power, one-time click to regain 33% of max health

Yes.

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That's a lot of pie. Very well...

Stan and Lou #28 in Croatoa.

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I love your work Hertz, you keep us laughing over here.

Ex

- "Social Worker" (quotation marks mandatory) for logging off in front of Haven House
Provides stealth and a defense bonus vs "good" enemy groups
- Part-time Facemaker for logging off at a Facemaker shop
Improved health and a temporary aura of flies
- Boot-polisher for logging off in front of Lord Recluse
Improved damage vs Arachnos troops
- Cubicle Drone for logging off in the super-secret dev office hidden beneath Grandville
No in-game bonuses, but somehow it increases your post count on the CoH forums...

Come out and join City of Heroes players and Back Alley Brawler, Hero 1, Blue Steel, & Ex Libris for a night of fun and community building at this player sponsored meet & greet.

The event space is filling fast, please register now so we can plan for badges and food!

Event Details:
Pilsner Room @Gordon Biersch Brewing Co.


Location
Gordon Biersch Brewing Co.
600 Pine Street Suite 401
Seattle, WA 98101 Map It!

Time 7:00PM-9:00PM PST

Menu
Salads and Veggies:

Vegetables Crudités
Baby Greens
Chicken Cashew Salad
Caesar Salad

Hot Appetizers:

Shrimp & Chicken Pot stickers
Glazed Chicken Wings
Southwest Egg Rolls

Assorted Pizzas:

Classic Pepperoni
Pepperoni & Mushroom
Roasted Garlic & Chicken
Hawaiian
Pepperoni & Sausage
Veggie
Mozzarella w/ Roma Tomatoes & Basil
BBQ Chicken
Cheese

I'll be posting menu details tomorrow, and we need as much of a final count as we can muster by Monday, so get the word out.

We don't want to turn anyone away but it is important for us to cover the cost of food and space rentals by ensuring folks get registered through the system, also that helps me know what numbers I should plan on for swaggity goodness.

Regards,

Ex

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I actually will be in Seattle on the last day of the event.

I'm wondering about the likelyhood of getting a costume card if I came in on that last day. It would certainly be worth the price of admission.

I'd also be paying a social cost as I'd have to ditch my wife on our vacation for a bit - but I can work that part out.

Any way of getting the card held for me if there's a limited number of them? Or is there a limited number held for each day so if I got in early enough I can score one?

The PDD costumes are just too good looking for me to pass this chance up!

Thanks!

Malakim

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We held a limited amount for each day of the show... folks always bombarded us with "Can I have one for..." so we try to be as fair as possible about making them last but also treating our community well. So in short the answer is yes, if you attend the last day, there will be a VIP pass.

Regards,

Ex

City of Heroes “Hero-Con ‘08”

Event Registration is now open! click on the previous link for event ticket registration.

Join the City of Heroes & City of Villains Development team and other super heroes and super villains for a “Freem” filled day and night of activities.


This year promises to raise the roof of the exclusive Hyatt Regency Hotel in Santa Clara*, California on Saturday, October 18, 2008. We have arranged special pricing at this beautiful hotel for our event attendees, if you wish to book a room for the event please use our Hotel Registration Page or when you call give this code G-NCSO to unlock our special pricing for rooms. This special rate can be applied on dates prior and after the event as well.


For just $59-$79** event attendees will get the following, plus some yet to be announced goodies:

[*]Attend the 2nd Annual Community Address from Lead Designer, Matt “Positron” Miller, and Executive Producer, Brian Clayton. [*]Attend the banquet dinner, with entertainment and exclusive upcoming announcements. [*]Attend Q&A, Round Table Discussions, and Workshop sessions provided by “City of Heroes” game creators and players. [*]Participate in a live mission event with a team of 8 other players to see who can heroically or relentlessly beat out other teams for the grand prize. [*]Shop at our Community store to get just released collectibles for City of Heroes and City of Villains. [*]Receive free gifts and in game rewards. [*]Hang out with developers, friends and fans of MMO’s best Hero/Villain Super Game. [*]Enter to win in some of our fabulous contests hosted by a panel of celebrity judges: costume, emote, & dance your way to fame.[*]And Ex Libris says there is more...[/list]Our latest goodie is:
Carnival Harlequin Costume




[*]Players attending the Bay area Hero-Con on October 18th in Santa Clara, California will be the recipients of the VIP passes to unlock the Carnival Harlequin Costume Power.[/list]
Other activities and announcements and event registration will be made available to the Community as we continue to get closer to the event.


* It is not necessary for event participants to stay at the hotel, there are additional fees for booking a room that are not tied to or included with the listed event ticket price. The special rate we have secured is $119.00 per night this is just for our guests.

**Registration prices may vary depending on ticket availability.

Join us in this thread already in progress for discussion on the City of Heroes Bay Area Meet & Greet --'Hero Con'

For questions, comments or concerns about the event please post to the thread or direct questions to Ex Libris via PM or email at exlibris@ncsoft.com

The Santa Clara Hyatt Regency






Relax with friends:

By the pool





On the Patio





At the bar





Eating Sushi





At Tresca





Or while golfing near by





Be l33t and book now on the 13th floor, sorry 1313 is already taken!



Special requests for balcony, smoking, adjoining and executive suites can be made via the registration process, there can be additional charges for these amenities. All rooms are wired for internet connection and we have arranged internet access to be included in the room fees.

Go here to sign up Seattle/PAXfor the Meet & Greet.

Registration is open for dinner at Gordon Biersch, the event cost covers dinner, menu to be posted soon.

Drinks can be purchased at will during the event. Any questions feel free to post.

Ex

August 29, 2008 7:00 PM- August 29, 2008 9:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

Location
Gordon Biersch Brewing Co.
600 Pine Street Suite 401
Seattle, WA 98101 Map It!

Come out and join City of Heroes players and Back Alley Brawler, Hero 1, Blue Steel, & Ex Libris for a night of fun and community building at this player sponsored meet & greet.

Other NCsoft games and representatives will also be on site, those games include: Dungeon Runners, Exteel, Lineage I & II, Tabula Rasa, and AION.

Sign up here! The cost for attending the event is $15.00, this cost covers food, tax, & gratuity. Beverages can be purchased at will at the event. This event is open to all that are interested in attending that have registered for the event. Walk-in arrangements will need to be made directly with Ex Libris by emailing exlibris@ncsoft.com

Use this thread for discussion and planning for the upcoming event.

Regards,

Ex Libris

** This event was planned and organized by a member of the City of Heroes Community, this is not an officially sponsored event, although there will be members of the team in attendance.**

Practice smacktish! I got your number pink shorts man.

Update, we have found a venue, we will be announcing more details early next week. So get ready to have some fun Seattle style.

Ex

vrooom, vrooom, vrooom!

So it seems the printing press at the City Scoop headquarters went through a steam overload and combusted.

In a POP! guRgle... Wiz? I received this note!




We think the City Scoop needs help! If you are interested in helping out in a fun project filled with crazy concepts, flavorful food, fabulous costumes, and infamous villainy then contact Ex Libris or Snow_Globe with your ideas.



Join this previous week's Scoop Discussion to talk about "The City Scoop!"

The OP has been updated, thank you DarkEther for your attention to keeping this thread clean and updated.

Regards,

Ex

Some community members have contacted me about places that may be willing to work with us on the Friday party. This event will be open to anyone that plays COH in the greater Seattle area.

Right now we are still looking at Rock Bottom Brewery and next in the running is Red Robin.

I'll keep you posted as we know more.

Ex

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I would love to be able to go to this but it seems like all the good meet ups are on the west coast. There go my hopes for a Blue Steel Sig

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NC Interactive
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Regards,

Ex

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Good camera work, but it seems "cluttered" with too much audio and video all happening together. Good plot. Loved the idea of helping the Warriors punch the guy for no appearent reason.

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Thanks Net! Yeah the sound wasn't mastered or anything so I have to agree with the "cluttered", it was the main thing that was on my mind when I uploaded it.
Glad you enjoyed it tho

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I liked the commentary clutter, it is one of the things I found humorous and I relate to very much.

Oh the voices in my head, and all of you play into that...oh yes, you all do.

Ex

Hey Gang,

Just going to pop in here and re-direct, add some insight, and assure you that all this feedback is being recorded and delivered to the proper departments.

First, lets keep this current topic about PAX, we are trying to organize some efforts to get together with members of our Community in the greater Seattle area as well as accommodate people who will be attending PAX with information about our booth, amenities in the area, and who from the team will be attending.

If you wish to discuss the topic of the in game item please join this thread!

To be clear, we have discussed other options or giveaways to the Community, and at this point we have chosen to place our financial resources towards in game development not out of game tangible goods. The cost of goods, production, shipping, etc. gets extremely high for any show we do. Keeping this cost down is the first way we can grow and expand our reach to new shows.

Many people have given good constructive feedback that we can utilize to show what your needs and wants are as a Community, discussions like this can lead to positive changes, so please keep that in mind as you deliver your commentary.

Now we return you to your regularly scheduled discussion about PAX, where there will be at least one car bomb challenge against the king, RoboBug who is our '07 champion.

Regards,

Ex Libris

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Hey Ex Libris,

Can we get a new thread to keep discussing the Meet and Greet?

This one has clearly been relegated to the ninth plane of hell with all the whine and flames.


Thanks.

Love and Kisses,
Cobaltix

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Speaking of which, was there ever a final decision on where to meet up? I confess to have skimmed over the 200+ posts of kvetching over a costume power.

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I'm having a tough time finding a venue that will host us for dinner without doing any contract negotiations.

If anyone has suggestions I'm all over it, Rock Bottom Brewery just let me know that we can try and stop in that night but they will not hold the room for us.

Thoughts?

Ex

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Thank you for the continued feedback. We are listening and sending it along to the proper channels.

In the end we wanted to create a special gift for those folks that come out to our booth and show us love. Hopefully it is something we can continue to do as we grow and reach out to shows and live gatherings in the future.


Regards,

Ex