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Depth is a great thing in games, I agree, so long as it is not done in the extreme of course. However, as this is a 20 year old game, there is no way that the game is going to be any better in that regard, unless it is done via RolePlaying. And while a bonus to gaining influence is also a ok idea, that is going to mean nothing for people who already have billions to their name. So yeah, all around nice ideas, and a good discussion on the matter, but in reality, adding any official weaknesses I just don't see happening (imo only) with a game this old in age and design. Sorry if this is a bummer, but as the old saying goes, "If wishes were horses, even beggars would ride". But it is great to dream, isn't it, so keep on thinking free... 🙂 "Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind." - T

While a interesting and valid viewpoint, I am not sure I totally agree with it. Specifically when you said "you look at Superheroes from comics and they have a couple of powers that some heroes use in clever ways", and then "In COH you've a massive set of powers"... While true, as far as your primary & secondary powers goes, you only really get TWO powers... which you then learn to use in "clever ways". Case in point... the Human Torch. In CoH terms, he is a Fire Blaster, and his Primary power set (Fire Blast) he is learning to use in different ways as he gains experience (hence, gaining other T2-9 powers). The same goes with a CoH characters Secondary power choice. And if one taps into Epic Power pools, then that too can just be an extension on how the Character (player) has learned to use his/her powers in new and awesome ways. Now as far as weakness' goes, you are right on that score. There are no Weakness Selection options in the game at all, but that atm is a nothing burger imo, because the game character is being played by a actual Player... And in my mind, that can be enough of a weakness sometimes for anyone (especially on PUG teams). lol But good viewpoints nonetheless... 😁 "Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it." - T

Yes, I agree, it is an interesting thought experiment like I said. Which brings a question to mind. Is there a link/site anywhere that simplifies each villain group in the game, and states their goals? Like "Take over the world", "Destroy all the heroes forever", "to bring back the 'Old' gods", for examples of goals various villain groups have had throughout comic history? Such a list would certainly help in thinking of ways how, and why, these Villains will interact with such changes. Or if and when they would happen. If such goals align, then maybe such a team-up (even temporarily) could be formed; but if dramatically opposite, then maybe a new war would start? Such as with the battle between the Council & Fifth Column, which you said @Scarlet Shocker. After all, as Quark and other Ferengi quote from the Rules of Acquisition... "War is good for business (#34) & Peace is good for business (#35)." So one would think such dynamics could at least possibly change every now and then over the course of time. Of course, as such time and resources are limited, as stated above already, it's not really feasible, is it. Of course, such a change is sort of possible in a way. The example being Recluses Victory. In that PvP zone, Heroes and Villains fight to take over "Atlas Park", and whichever side "wins" (via the goals therein), it changes the entire zone to one side or another. Yes, it was basically a fight between players vs players, and not villain groups, but it shows that the old ass code is there to do such visual changes at least. But imagine if this happened via a "war" between Villain groups instead, with us players (Hero or Villain) stuck right in the middle, trying to save as many people as we can from being collateral damage as it were? That would be super cool in my mind, as during Live, playing in RV was very much fun generally speaking, until the original Dev's screwed up the balance of PvP powers (lord I still remember the outcry from the players when "Turtling" was at least partially nerfed. But again, the time and resources of our great volunteer Dev's is precious, and I am sure they have other priorities for the game, and us (as it should be). But it is a nice thought experiment, and as always, nice to dream a little dream, of... 🙂 "Have no need to Fear, UnderCow is here!" - T

Interesting post, I must say... 🙂 Personally, I am with @Scarlet Shocker; where are the Trolls in the poll? Because if they were, that is the group I would vote for. However, this brings up a idea that is sort of akin to the OP's. Instead of any one particular low level group rising in power to become a new threat, how about this instead... Have the Trolls, Hellions, Rogue Island Police, Outcast, Skulls, and even the Family (where are they in the poll too? lol), all team up under one "leader" who bands them all together, in an attempt to not only take out the heroes who have always foiled their plans, but also all the other high level villain groups (like Arachnos) that just passed them by. 😁 I have been a Comic fan since I was knee high to a grasshopper, and eventually in all of these Comic companies, they have had massive team-up's of Villain groups to take out the heroes. Yes, for the most part, these have been individual villains who have teamed up to take out a particular Hero (ala the Sinister six), or Super Group (like the Masters Of Evil), but in the CoH's world, where we tend to fight Villain groups more than individual Villains, this would be a very interesting addition. This could be an opportunity to introduce a new Villain, who takes it upon himself/herself to set things right. Heck, maybe this villain's "power" is the ability to boost the power of these beings under his "leadership". With those I have listed; 6 low level villain groups, it would be interesting for a 8 person hero team to head into the very first mission, and suddenly be confronted by high lvl Trolls, Hellions, and Outcasts, all being led in that mission by the Family. Heck, even have the real possibility of the Heroes losing that first encounter, so as to set the seriousness of the new story arc. And that the realization is, they could actually... WIN. Might be a interesting story arch overall; one of just pure revenge against everyone. Add in low level Villain groups on Red side (I really don't play Red side, so I don't know how many, if any, low level villain groups there are that aren't given high lvl treatment akin to the Outcasts), and who knows how good (or bad) this could be? Anyways, sorry if this idea seems a bit "out there", especially in CoH... I was just thinking outside the box as it were. Again, interesting idea OP... keep it up. 🙂 "Or maybe just have all the citizens who have been pushed around by these low level villains start kicking butt instead... that might be fun lol." - T

A 400 year old Vampire... Virgin... Ohhh lord, shoot me now lol... 😋

Very good Snarky ol' boy. You finally got it! 😁 The T is... pleased... 🙂 "Life is better than just Tripping the Rift"... T 😉

Btw, I don't think anyone could be more Displeased then this little guy here... 😞 Singing in the Rain... T

You have a lvl 41 character... excellent, time to make some good money every day for yourself. First, go to the Rikti War Zone and do the FIRST mission available to you (if you haven't been there before), which tells you to kill 10 Rikti. Then come back to the contact, and visit a few other contacts in the base. Vola... you have now acquired the Vanguard Badge by joining Vanguard. Then, just join on any and all MotherShip Raids that form every day, kick butt, and have a great time. Once that is over, you will have earned not only several Merits, Salvage and lvl 50 Recipes (you can sell), but also something called Vanguard Metrits. These VMerits can then be converted into actual Merits, and sold as well. Then second, join a Labyrinth run, which generally happens at least once a day, and sell everything you get from it. When it is all said and done, in one day you will have gained enough money to set up several characters the way you like. Just make sure you sell your stuff the way the others above have suggested. Problem solved... Happy trails... T

Yes, that IS a good one Sir Snarky, of Snark-Fest... However, @momentarygrace's is better still because it is... Animated... So... Still, displeased... 😞

Ok, now this was an interesting topic and thread. I was going to reply to many comments here, via the multi quote option, as it is a cool feature, but I figured it would be a bit too much, so instead here's my two cents on the subject, and various replies... First, GM Crumpet, you being British... that actually explains a lot with a few of our discussions about a particular awesome lady we both know. 🙂 You poor man you 😋 Second, in regards to the feature to "where the user has to select a topic and choose to ignore it" as @biostem said, that too is one option I too could accept. I have most times found that the more options we have, in many situations, the better it is, so I am cool with it. Also, and maybe it's a compromise, is that another section be created in the forums entitled "For Silly's Sake", or "Crumpet's Mad House", or "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad, World" and all such OP threads be moved there instead by the thread moderators. Of course, this is not a perfect system, because 1) some could be quite upset that their "fun" post was moved there, 2) it would mean more work for the Moderators, and 3) it wouldn't work for those good threads where (objectively) silly fun comments were made. Also, for perceived censorship reasons too obviously. But it is an idea... sorry, just thinking out of the box here (Let me back in!!!). And third... to the OP, I and others hear you, and it is understandable, but it also reminds me of TV issues as well. Commercials... check. Shows or movies that "some" people object to for a variety of reasons and say "that needs to be taken off the air"... check. Political speeches... check (sorry, I just had to add this one lol). Whenever I hear anyone complain (legitimately or otherwise) about these things, I immediately think of things like "Hit the Mute button", "Just change the channel", "Turn off the TV", or even "Go make a sandwich or take a walk... it is a nice day after all for it". Like I said, your feelings are valid, as all feeling are (though sources may vary), but some of the replies/suggestions some of the other posters have made here too are equally as valid. Me? When I see such things, I can take it or leave it, as it's no big deal to me personally, as sometimes we all could do with a good laugh (it can be a hard stressful life at times after all), or even go "sigh". It's only when things totally hijack a OP's post that it can really get bad (though not always). And after all, It's like Tom Baker, the 4th Doctor in the first episode he appeared in says, "What's the point in being a adult, if you can't be childish occasionally?". But just like everything else in life, balance is important... if only for one's sanity. And too much of anything, including the air we breathe or water we drink, can be bad and sometimes even kill us. Everything in moderation as my Dad used to say decades ago. So yeah, that's my 2 cents here, and hopefully, it wasn't too long and someone got something good out of it. Otherwise, I may have to pay 5 cents instead, and I am not sure if I have that at all... or really, any sense... 😛 Just be at peace everyone, cause you know what? This too shall pass.. 😉 Love ya all... T

Well, your a Vampire of course Snarky, that's why... 🙂 Though I do not think there's a Vampire in that particular coffin there, and that... displeases me... 😞

Ohhh, how I love this post... 🙂 Next we'll be showing our Star Wars characters too lol. Or how about this... Personal City Of Heroes Character Trading Cards..! 😁

Ummm... Which piece?

Interesting concept, and kudos for using the Pathfinder D&D system to generate it with... 🙂 I too would suggest a Electrical Blast Sentinel, with your secondary being either Electrical Armor, Invulnerability, or Willpower (all good choices). In addition, you could also go with a "Bio Plasma" aura, as that is a far better look for a fire aura then just the "Fiery" aura selection (it also has the benefit of not obscuring your characters look too much). 🙂