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    Amras Build Benchmarks

    in Archetypes

    Posted

    On 10/15/2024 at 9:28 PM, mezzosoprano said:

    I wanted to try this with my Plant/Storm Controller, but the mission has too many spawns in the deep water.  For several of those spawns, I could not reliably fire Tornado or Carrion Creepers.  (I use macros to drop those at my current target.  When the target was in deeper water, the power wouldn't fire, requiring me to unselect a target, click the power, then manually click a spot of shallower water.)  All of that really threw off my muscle memory and timing.  

     

    I've thankfully not ran into that yet, as I too enjoy using macros for location AoEs. I'll try to block out some time when I get back from my work trip to replicate it and put a ticket in. I'd recommend doing the same, perhaps we can get some attention towards the issue.

    Changed to Adamastor

    in Suggestions & Feedback

    Posted

    Perhaps you could go check out the benchmark to see if it's a separate issue other than the AV/GMs themselves. I haven't had any issues even after the changes.

    Unless your character is specifically built to obliterate AVs/GMs then I see no issue, especially if the other 4 characters were lacking in the build/level/combo/attack chain department.

     

    Good luck to your future attempts.

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    3 hours ago, wesslen said:

    1 day, 3 respecs, and 2 T4s later - version 2 both performed better and is more fun to play.

     

    I don't like running with full mez protection as it basically removes one of the very few reasons to actively consider the enemies we're fighting, as opposed to treating them all as interchangeable target dummies. Unfortunately with the previous version I had to run Clarion to survive 4x8. The new version survived even using Ageless (after a few attempts to figure out the tactics), which is a lot more fun to play IMO. (Changelings kind of work like Blasters while mezzed, in that only some of the attacks are available.)

     

    Player Name: @Weasel
    Character Name: Umbralily
    AT: Warshade
    Powers: Changeling
    Pylon Time: 109 seconds
    0x8 Time: 217 seconds
    4x8 Time: 377 seconds

    Comment: v2, using Ageless

    Umbralily v2.mbd 49.75 kB · 2 downloads

    Nice improvement!

    I'm happy to see the amount of commitment to chase some desired results.

     

    Tactics definitely come into play in here, which can help progress participants playstyles. 

     

    Send me an in game email (if you haven't already) if you'd like to claim your submission incentive 🙂 @It's Amra

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    Legacy Trick or Treat

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    I think it'd be a good use of the echo zones honestly. I personally think there's nothing wrong with the ToT EBs, especially since they spawn at the door clickers difficulty settings. My opposition is only towards taking the EBs out of regular zones, which is not the suggestion here, so I think it would do no harm and only good.

    Some people like to do things solo, this would give those people an avenue without EBs at the very least if they can't handle it.

    They would be opting to miss out on the EB bonus, which is a personal choice at that point.

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    On 10/3/2024 at 8:57 PM, kelika2 said:

    im not opening up any one of these builds but if you see multiple travel powers and most if not all of the fighting pool before level 20 move on

     

    unless its clearly labeled that its a level 50 only build

     

    u wot m8? 

     

    Not sure where that came from, but the great part about mids builds is you don't have to follow them to the T as we all have our own preferences and priorities! 😄

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    Hello Everyone!

     

    Just wanted to provide a small update on things here. I hope this has brought a new way to help you measure your characters to establish your own personal expectations. I'm available in discord more than in game these days if you ever need to reach me. 397966501182832641 is my discord User ID and @It's Amra is my in game global, feel free to ping me to chat or if there's any questions you may have. 

     

    We have reached an end to our initial incentive, however, I wanted to extend additional entry incentives (mystery amount) based off recent donations for as long as they last. I hope to see more entries as time goes on, thank you for your support!

     

    -Amra

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    On 8/30/2024 at 6:30 PM, shortguy on indom said:

    SAME DEFENDER WITH 3 BUILDS:

     

    BUILD #1
    TIME/RAD/ENERGY
    PYLONS = DNF (ONLY SLIGHT DAMAGE DEALT FOR 15 MINUTES, GAVE UP).
    +0X8 = 20MIN 5SEC. = 1,205 SEC.
    +4X8 = DNF
    NOTE: RECHARGE THEME BUILD, 6% DEFENSE

     

    BUILD #2
    TIME/RAD/PSY
    PYLONS = DNF (LITTLE TO NO DAMAGE, GAVE UP AFTER 5 MIN.)
    +0X8 = 28MIN 49SEC. = 1729 SEC
    +4X8 = DNF GAVE UP (WAS VSLOW GOING, MAKING PROGRESS BUT WOULD HAVE TAKEN ME MORE THAN 60 MIN. TIMER ALLOWED).
    NOTE: TOGGLE THEME BUILD.  LOTS OF DEFENSE.

     

    BUILD #3
    TIME/RAD/ELECTRIC
    PYLONS = DNF (LITTLE TO NO DAMAGE, GAVE UP AFTER 10 MIN.)
    +0X8 = 42MIN 10SEC = 2,530 SEC
    +4X8 = DNF (EACH GROUP TOOK ME AVG OF 8 MINUTES... NOT ENOUGH TIME TO COMPLETE W/IN 60 MINUTE).
    NOTE:  END-GAME BUILD.  TEAM BUFF/ AV DEBUFF THEME

     


     

    If you wouldn't mind sharing the builds you ran this with, I'd be interested to see what your slotting choices were like.  

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    22 hours ago, Frosticus said:

    Just my honest feedback from doing a few runs. Take it as you will. I do plan to post some times, so please don't think I'm poo poo'ing what you are trying to achieve.

     

    - I think you should require builds. If nothing else the identical build, piloted by the same player can post dramatically different clear times simply by swapping in teleport vs fly on an open map. Posted times are great to pique interest, but if I'd change something drastically in that build, that is what i'm interested in knowing before I jump into a new combo.

     

    - Arbitrary rules: you need them of course. However, it seems strange to suggest that Control Hybrid (if that's what a build uses) has a larger affect than Ageless Destiny. I get banning hybrid on the pylon given how assault skews short fights, but imo if you can run assault hybrid and comfortably clear +4x8 content then good for you. It is strange to hand wave that away while potentially allowing builds that crutch ageless across all 3 tests.

     

    - 0x8 is of questionable value. Does anyone care how easily you can blow up -1s with an endgame build? If your intent is to show build versatility then an exemplared 0x8 at like level 25-30 would make a lot more sense. Penny Yins are far more popular than 0x8 lvl 50 content ime and would go further to promote the strength of a combo + the build capability of the user.

     

    Will definitely take this into consideration. At the very least, the requirement for builds does carry a lot of weight.

    Thanks for the feedback!

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    9 hours ago, Ukase said:

    But I'm with Snarky. Attacking a pylon is the most useless task in game. It's so pointless because pylons don't hit back. 

    There are pylons in the wild that do hit back if you want to get hit back lol

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    Posted · Edited by AmrasNotHere
    added : update ASAP

    25 minutes ago, BRADICAL said:

     

    Comments: Without defense buffs the demons go flying constantly vs. pylons and Clarion does nothing to prevent it for most of its uptime, so clear times can vary pretty heavily but this is ALRIGHT and I'll probably post a couple more with some other ATs, I just wanted to get an MM on here for Science

    Thanks for the submission! I would recommend using the pylons that are on the side of the vanguard building (there are 3 and most people will leave you alone during testing) so they don't attack you back. This also opens up room to use ageless for recharge on the pylon for max uptime. I'll get the info updated as soon as I can 🙂

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    Hey there again everyone!

    There will be an offering of 200 million inf per entry for the first 20 unique submissions to help get the word out about this thread    . You may submit as many entries as you'd like, but may only claim this offer a maximum of 5 times per person.

     

    Thank you,

    -Amra

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    Amras Build Benchmarks

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    Posted · Edited by AmrasNotHere
    1st Edit: Updated formatting, added minor clarity to ratings, DNF, and submission details. 2nd: Added clarity to changing incarnates (TLDR Voids run). 3rd: Either include build or link to where it can be found.

    Hello all,

     

    @Laucianna, @Ston, and I have been brainstorming together a way to bring the community a reasonable standard to benchmark their characters/builds against others and have landed on 3 points of testing. These are 3 easily accessible methods to see what your build/character is capable of when solo. This is intended to provide a measurable result of what you can do with your character, not what it should do. It doesn't have to be a perfect run, as this is for the soul purpose of showing a history of results from various submissions. You may make as many attempts as you'd like before making a submission.

     

    Any "bounties" or "prizes" can be offered by individuals if they desire, though they will not be funded by Original Posters (OPs) unless stated otherwise. If you would like to do so anonymously, I'm happy to help.

     

    Please promote HEALTHY conversation in this thread Reasonable suggestions welcome. If there's any questions, please ask them in the thread or PM myself. A FAQ will be created if needed.

     

    Viewable Excel File of the benchmark standings: https://1drv.ms/x/c/f38e0e43d6b63423/EZtAG7DqfOpKrYVmUNPcxSIBy7CTUhzCcrQc76ShGJspxQ?e=EhkwBA

     

    Pillars of testing

    1)DPS - Pylon test

    2)Clear Speed - 0x8 Ston Mission

    3)Survivability - 4x8 Ston Mission

     

    -Ston mission is available on Live & Brainstorm

    -Mission Title: Clear Speed Test (Page 7)*

    -AE Mission ID: 61992 (live), 23935 (brainstorm)

     

    Here is a sample of an acceptable submission format; As of 8/30/24, you will be encouraged to either include the mids file for your build or a link to where it can be found.

    Player name or Global: Amra

    AT: Corr

    Powers: Fire/Time

    Pylon Time: 113 Seconds

    0x8 Time: 309 Seconds

    4x8 Time: 481 Seconds

    Character Name: Redhot Shylock

    (Optional) Comment: Rev3 (PreI28)

    -IF you are unable to complete one of the pillars, it will be marked as DNF.

    -Other formats will be accepted on a case by case basis.

     

    RULES:

    • By submitting results, you agree to an honor code that you will not cheat or use unauthorized resources based on the following rule set.
    • For each submission, all 3 pillars of testing must be done with the same build. *This includes incarnates slotted*
    • Your own powers (Powers that can be picked from Primary/Secondary/Pool powers/Epic/Paragon) are allowed unless listed below.
    • ANY outside assistance will immediately void your run.
    • Alpha, Interface, Destiny, and untoggled Hybrid incarnates are allowed. These selections may not be changed per submission.
    • Additional powers that are allowed: Auto Temps that do not buff Damage or Accuracy. Reveal.
    • ** If not listed above, do not bring it.*
    • No insps.
    • If you are suspected of "cheesing" you will be asked for a VOD showcasing that you used the same build for each pillar. 
    • We reserve the right to ask for a VOD to validate your submission.
    • No cheese tactics, you know what we mean.
    • Macros are allowed.

     

    Notes:

    -Recommend making yourself a macro for targeting crey juggernaut for pillar 2 and 3.

    -There are 3 pylons that don't attack back when you leave the vanguard base through the portal. They are to your left, on the side of the building.

    -Added build submission encouragement as of 08/30/2024, based on feedback it may become a requirement.

     

    "Ratings" are used to track the most efficient runs and can be filtered by AT in the excel file:

    • Top 10% - SS+
    • 10%-20% - SS
    • 20%-30% - S+
    • 30%-40% - S
    • 40%-50% -A+
    • 50%-60% -A
    • 60%-70% - B+
    • 70%-80% - B
    • 80%-90% - C+
    • 90%-100% - C
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    yOu ShOuLD cHaNGe kNoCkBAck to KnoCKdoWN!

    in General Discussion

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    KB Enjoyer Opinion Alert:

     

     

    Personally I enjoy KB from energy blast, but not everyone is going to commit to use it to its full potential (or even understands its use). Fold spacing a mob into a corner and putting them into a never ending fall is a great use of energy blasts KB if done in the appropriate map. Positioning yourself to toss a mob towards your taunt is another positive use to capitalize on its effects. Such use takes an understanding of how often it will work, how far they can go, and how you will respond.

     

    There are certain scenarios where I will swap in KD to 1 or 2 of my powers based on factors where I can't utilize KB efficiently or risk pushing a critter into a map wall (cave), but for the most part I can utilize the sets knockback to my teams advantage.

     

    I'm somewhat surprised there's so many opinions about KB making fights take longer when some of them also mention fights aren't long enough elsewhere.

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    Clear Speed Leaderboards

    in Archetypes

    Posted

    6 hours ago, Koopak said:

    When running a project like this, certain judgment calls have to be made. I seriously considered necessitating video proof from the beginning. However not everyone has the ability to or the willingness to gobble their harddrive with recordings then make sure to splice out the desired portion if necessary, then upload to a video hosting website, just for a pylon time.
     

    The only issue I see with this, is that the funds on the bounty are then abuseable. I've donated many funds to projects and would not want my donations to be cheesed so easily. I also wouldn't want said projects to be dragged into a gutter and turned into a meme (unless it's a really good meme and a brand new gutter that funnels non-waste products I guess)

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    Clear Speed Leaderboards

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    Posted

    48 minutes ago, Bionic_Flea said:

    I challenge any and all not just to run a no temps, no inspiration pylon, but to either add to the bounty or set your own bounty with your rules!

     

    I especially challenge:

    @ScarySai @Shin Magmus @Americas Angel @Laucianna @AmrasNotHere @Beldath @Linea @Videra @Frosticus @Glacier Peak @arcane @Ratch_ @Ston

     

    TAKE MY MONEY!

     

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    I wouldn't mind doing one, any specific one you'd be interested in? 

    Regarding: Radio Silence

    in Open Beta Testing

    Posted

    6 minutes ago, GM_GooglyMoogly said:

    And for those that hate me most of all, please be excellent to each other.

    Ngl, I actually like this as your catch phrase. If you ever get made into an in game NPC I hope this is your closing statement! lol

     

    I'm gonna recommend my thread on a similar topic in the closed beta section if you would like to provide any positive acknowledgements. 

    [This response is part of a tracked conversation by: @GM_GooglyMoogly ]

    Regarding: Radio Silence

    in Open Beta Testing

    Posted · Edited by AmrasNotHere
    Clarity

    4 hours ago, arcane said:

    Just because all of your boyfriend’s ideas weren’t implemented doesn’t mean *any* feedback was “ignored”. We certainly won’t avoid any drama in the next round of beta testing if you’re going to cling to false narratives.

    This is a personal attack, not a disagreeing statement.

     

    19 minutes ago, Shin Magmus said:

    One solution is to stop taking the bait.  The other solution is for these people to finally face some just punishment for their actions.

    ^our nature makes it hard not to take the bait lol someone in this thread is especially good at baiting people

     

    3 hours ago, Vanden said:

    Explaining the reasoning behind changes is probably just going to change the feedback from “tell us why you did this” to “here’s why you’re wrong to do this.”

    I actually can't help but agree with this unfortunately to an extent.  I do however think Player 1 as my example has provided explanations in the past when topics like this arise that opened up room for productive discussions and provide a level of transparency that leads to understanding the reasoning behind changes. Sometimes you need to take action, sometimes you don't. When there are issues from multiple parts of the community, explanations will go a long way vs silence. 

     

    I acknowledge that the topic at hand is being diverted into an area that normally leads to the post being nuked.

    I PERSONALLY think that there is a lot of room for better communication and would refer to my previous post about requesting more post patch support.

    At the same time, I do acknowledge that HC doesn't exactly have a PR team to communicate these types of issues that arise with a plan to fit them into their schedule.

     

    They have been upping their efforts to have discussions though, progress is progress and I'll take it at this point.

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    Clear Speed Leaderboards

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    Posted

    1 hour ago, Beldath said:

    It's decent, but there is an inherent randomness in the mobs, almost all videos I see have people struggle with the grates including myself, and any pets are borked on it which removes a lot of builds. Especially Masterminds.

     

    The map for trapdoor did bug me as well but I can't deny that it did have some value.

     

    Have you tried out Stons new mission? It has a large variety of enemy types, resistances, and it's on a super testing friendly map. The only thing known that can cause variance atm is the PFF that some crey enemies use but it's not hard to just make a target macro to focus them first. Yes enemies have potential to run away from you, and there's some variety that can't be controlled, but I actually like it more than I did the trapdoor map. I def like it a lot more than that office simulator people were recommending to me.

     

    The only other thing I can hope for that could be better is a dedicated testing mission arc created by HC mission team. Something that players can use to measure their abilities with stable mob spawns. The only kickback I would think something like that would produce is the "catering to min/maxers" comments I see from the usual same people. I believe @Player-1 would be a good person to ask about this kind of thing to get some parameters that would provide valuable data.

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