BurtHutt

For the first time ever, I went into beta. The new HC launcher made it easy. I try not to spoil stuff by going into test but I wanted to check out the powerset. I like the looks of it but I totally agree with everyone saying you need to change some of the looks. Barrier Reef...cool power but the look...not fitting for the theme of the power. Hopefully this can be changed. I never gripe too much about the numbers and how powerful the set should be. No power set is perfect. This one has some slightly new wrinkles and is worth playing. Again, I hope the HC team really tries to add different content. This set looks like a winner.

I like that HC is finally trying some new stuff. I haven't tested but will definitely play this in beta or when it gets put out into the regular game. Sadly, the story arc in this page is more of the stuff I don't like. No, I didn't test it but I read the descriptor from other players. Running around, long, drawn out jumping around. I pray they don't have a ton of dialogue and story that only the team lead can access. That kind of stuff is really poor design. HC puts out good quality stuff but a lot of it is kinda dull and repetitive. I am glad to hear there will be some changes and new stuff happening. The Live crew started changing the style of content and they seemed to be going in a good direction - the DFB, DiB style of missions is great. A lot of the Trials are fun (why aren't you adding more of these vs. those weak story arcs?) and some powers were great adds. HC has been adding some cool powers but the content has been...not as good. The material you added to the hardmode ITF and Lady Grey TF might've been put into a new trial and those items could've been re-skinned and made into some new, original characters... I pray that one day you'll take me up on my player generated A.E. v.2.0 content add idea. HC, I really applaud your efforts and quality of work. It is definitely top notch even if I don't like all of it. Thank you all!

I haven't tested this but I've been reading this forum. This power seems really cool. Which AT do you all think it really excels on? DEF or CORR?

Oh I don't doubt it. I'm putting in my 2 cents. Yes, empathy needs some attention. Maybe the other two but I am fine with where they're at, I want priority to be given to new adds that're innovative and new. It's 2024, not 2012. HC team making this Labyrinth challenge gives me hope!

I am SO SICK AND TIRED of revamps over new stuff. Unless there's something really wrong, stop changing it all the time. Seriously. For builds, some take time and pour over making them the way we like - stop changing it for the sake of changing things. Sure, make a change if there are some issues or problems but otherwise....make it a low priority.

Is he the end boss? Cuz it seems like he comes to get you. Anyway, I like the idea of all of this. It's a bit different and not the same old. Well done, HC team! It's too bad they didn't create new enemy groups to occupy it and make it totally unique but c'est la vie. Baby steps, baby!

The Labyrinth sounds like a cool idea. I may have missed it but is there an end goal/boss in that whole thing? Or is it just strike out and adventure as you like?

I do not make a toon with KB unless I slot KB to KD IO in the power(s). KB can be handy but I find it annoying. If a team suggests you get that IO for your KB power, don't get all....butthurt.... :)..... There's no rule about having to do it but there is etiquette and courtesy. You can always say I'd rather not take it and I like my KB. I know I've been on teams and informed the KB player of the IO and they just quit. I wasn't rude or anything - I thought maybe they're new or didn't know. Anyway...

Lots of broken links to the pics?

I was told that HC is going to try to be more innovative. I was wondering if they can tell us if that is happening next update? I don't need details. I would like to know if something different/unique is going to be attempted. I have not really enjoyed most of the content added by HC. Having a story arc that looks a lot like what we've had for decades isn't awesome. They've also been somewhat drawn out and really focused on story vs. gameplay - we need both. Here's to hoping 🙂

I haven't done much hard mode stuff but I've done enough where you know a regular toon won't cut it. I think the biggest issue is the accuracy maybe? Is there a thread discussing which ATs would be best for each of the hard mode TFs/SFs? I wonder if any 4* content has eliminated an AT or made it less desirable?

I so can't wait to see all of the Thor toons out there! Seriously, no. Just no. Or as noted earlier, I say thee nay.

Someone has too much time on their hands...

Decent ranged damage (scourge is nice). Secondary also can be range oriented and you're not pushed into melee like some blaster sets. Corruptors can be better defensively as well and survivability isn't as tough. I do like Defenders and they are a different playstyle. I've never been a blaster fan. To make them a bit sturdy costs a ton of INF. I always team so I don't need that extra damage but do want to survive.

It's a success? Are lots doing co-op missions etc in there? Shadow Shard....makes sense to make it co-op but the content in there really is not fun IMO. I am sure the HC team has the data to tell how you active it is in there but ...ya....I'd like to see Dev time spent elsewhere.

I see a very few pleading for this power. It's a mish mash of stuff we already have. I am fine with or without it. I also wonder if the coding is all there for it then why not drop it in. HC has been lean on content adds so why not. Also, it's very interesting reading that Reddit comment about revamping the costume system. It's too bad HC didn't have that guy working here. Ah well!

Agreed. However, I am not taking polls and not running one. It is the best metric I have when gauging interest in content - not seeing people wanting to do it. I also take input from the PUGs and friends I play with.

I know a lot of the people from the various servers don't click but I will still say I really like some of the ideas on other servers. Ideas - maybe not the execution of these ideas. Don't get me wrong, HC is my only server but I checked out some of the others. I really like the additional costume pieces they've added (the ones that are properly done - no clipping etc). I also really liked the flood of additional ATs. Again, not all of them are well done but they were bold and added some great options. HC is high quality and whatever they add looks good and works. However, the HC content/mission/SF etc content has been poor. It is very boring and feels like it's 20 years old in many ways; it's also very convoluted and not fun to play. You rarely see people wanting to do the mission arcs and Aeon is usually done in a 'speedy' way so people can take a chance at getting a big money reward. I am sure some enjoy the actual SF and playing but I have yet to meet that player. Again, I have all the love in the world for the HC Devs but I also feel I'd be doing them a disservice if I didn't provide my honest feedback. I really hope HC moves towards adding more innovative missions etc as well as costume pieces and so on.

I just use the wiki. Yes, it's frustrating that it's not in the game but oh well. The respec system is the other pain in the arse!

This is so cool. I missed all of the events but it's so nice to see the Devs from back when come back into the game. It really hits you right in the feels. Hopefully they can become part of the HC Team? 🙂

A.I. is pretty fun. I used it to make a short song for my work presentation lol. Good work on the lyrics etc. I have never been a fan of the speed metal sound but I appreciate the creativity!

I like this idea as another option for Judgement. Of course it'd have to have similar damage and area damage as the other powers. The Seismic Blast power set has a nuke type power that could be like this proposed Judgement option. I also feel it could be a nice option and help maintain the theme of some toons. I don't think we need more Incarnate powers - just alternates to the ones we have might be cool. Nothing wrong with more choice. I also think Lore would be much better if we could make customize the pet we summon; kinda like a sidekick. Allow us to customize the look then choose if we want range, melee, tank, buff etc. It would be a lot of fun!

I don't know if this had been asked but...I'm wondering in which direction the original team would've taken this game? HC has done a great job but I am curious to hear about the original vision and direction. I know that Storm was brewing (that Coming Storm was coming for, what felt like, an eternity) but what was coming up after that? Also, the Live Devs started making some stylistic changes to mission design and the design of TFs/SFs/Trials. Were these going to further evolve?

HC Team, thanks for this! I may actually log in on April 30! Also, so cool to see some of the originals coming back to connect with the community. How cool is that!