Abraxus

When using in-game resources, at worst it's an exploit, at best just utilizing available means. But, purchasing in-game resources from outside the game, using real cash, I believe that's where the line is drawn.

I'd be quite surprised if there weren't. The Halloween event (ToT, Zombie Invasions, Eochai/Jack in Irons etc.), along with the Holiday/Christmas event (Opening glowie presents, and giant frost monster take downs, along with the Baby New Year arc) were some of the highlights of any given year for players back in the "LIVE" days. I'm looking forward to all of that as well!

Oy! 🤥

That's what I was forced to do for 7 years after the shut-down. Now, I much prefer actually playing the game I pined away for, lo those 7 years. 😎

Man, I hope it never gets to that esoteric level.

Yup! Its a litmus test of their perception, and standards of which they are typically unaware. If I get in, you need to seriously look at heightening both, and quickly! Of course, by then, it's too late, but that works for me! 🤣

If I start seeing multiple accounts showing 100% inf to post ratio, I'm gonna be just a bit suspicious as to the reasons. 😉

Why do you still miss it? It's right here...waiting to be played again! 😉

The "Dev Buff" (as it will come to be known) is a compensator for a proportionally low post count vs. inf gained ratio. So, when one has a 1k+ post count (like yourself), the law of averages alone dictates that enough of them should have been interesting/compelling/entertaining/endearing to a sufficient percentage of forum participants, who in-turn, reward them, so as to ensure you are safely ensconced in the top 5 in perpetuity. Over time, one would expect that to continue, or even rise if the deal is successful, and the population rises dramatically; thereby potentially providing even more fertile ground on which to base future discussions. That's how I explain you. 😎 **I say all of this while questioning my own standing, because I don't consider myself that interesting in my forum banter, and yet, I find myself gaining some standing here as well. So, it's obvious I'm no expert.

Naw! What's really standing in your way is the fact that Devs have an inherent buff, where they are able to create a single post that automatically gets maximum attention due to the source, and if universally popular, maximum inf generated per minute. Imagine the theoretical skyrocketing numbers for the Dev that gets to post the announcement of a successful deal! There would be no catching him!🤣

I'd guess late September, or early October. I can feel the extra weight of all those badges already!

Pretty sure that part has been understood from the jump. The part that gives us hope is that they didn't swat down the server when they certainly could have already, the fact that they entertained even the notion of discussions about legitimizing the operation, and the fact that according to the small bit of information we have, things are going well. So, while I would never tell anyone not to be concerned at all, I would also say that this has a better than average chance of becoming permanent. If the signs were pointed otherwise, I would feel much less optimistic. But, that has not been the case, and until/unless it becomes that way, the very fact that we are still here, against all odds, speaks volumes. Things will continue as they are until the conclusion of the talks. Then depending on the outcome, things will likely change drastically. This is how it goes in my mind's eye, anyway. If they fail, then it will be DOOM, with the sky is falling piled on top of that. A scramble for the survival of the game, and the community. However, if they are successful, expect a full court press effort to get the word out to the world, and watch as the population rises drastically. There will be adjustments to the influx of new players, and a new round of questions on topics that have likely already been addressed for current players, where we will be the wizened sages answering those questions, or posting links where they can find the information themselves. There might be more changes to the game to compensate for a larger constant population, which will put focus on more on the changes made during the SCORE years, to accommodate a low population environment. The end result will hopefully be a thriving population, happy to play, and eager to see what the future holds. That is what I hope to see from all of this.

If true, with 3 pages of impassioned replies, I'd call that a pretty successful troll!🤣

I can only aspire to such lofty heights. 🎆

I assume then, that you have added your voice to those in the "suggestion" thread asking for another look at this issue? Pretty sure that's the place where they look for that kind of feedback, for the most part. I would think the more who sign on to that thread, the more impact it will have. I can't imagine it will go back to the way it was, but perhaps there is a compromise to be found. As has been said many times, these guys play the game like we do, and they aren't oblivious to the outcries of folks who express concern, or consternation over a change.

Sorry, but it sounded like you were genuinely interested in looking to see if there was anything of substance there, to counterpoint your low opinion of AE in general. Now, it sounds like that was not the case. Sounds like we have, unfortunately, arrived at that whole "agree to disagree" part of the conversation. Moving along....

Yeah, that was my feeling too. I got one up to 30, and decided to re-roll for a pure blaster version of the same toon. I had more fun with the Blaster version, but you're mileage may vary. 😎

You just have to scroll down the list and look for the ones that don't include "farm" in the title. Some are silly, but others are darned creative. I've not played them all, but there was one where all the villains were clowns that was kind of fun.

True. Straight Farming missions were a minority of the player written missions. Many of them were very creative missions, and arcs, some of which deserved to be included in regular game content. The fact that the most widely known aspect of AE became the dedicated farming missions is regrettable, as it was not always the majority of what it was used for, especially back in the days of live. Some really talented folks left their contributions there for others to play, and leave feedback.

This thing will be done when it's done, and not a moment sooner. In the meantime, play like there's no tomorrow! 😎

I get that. But, in my experience (at least since I started playing on Homecoming), I have not had any trouble finding teams to play on, whether it be missions, Radio, Task Force, or Incarnate Trials. It might not always be immediate, but I play primarily on PUGs without having to wait too long to see something pop-up in the LFG channel. If I get impatient, I start a team myself to do what I'm in the mood for, and on we go! That's on Torchbearer, but I'm assuming it's relatively the same on the other servers.

No, actually it doesn't, universally speaking. If it doesn't work for you, that's fine. But, others have a different opinion which is equally valid, so let's try to refrain from passing universal judgement in a negative vein. 🙂

My son created a Spines/Fire farm character, and lets me use it whenever the desire, or need arises. For me, that's pretty much only when one of my characters hits 50, and I dual-box a couple of rounds of Comic-Con to get all six Incarnate slots open. For me, that's pretty much it though. Everything else, I don't mind doing just via game play, because I love it that much! 😎

Valid points. Though the "Suggestions" thread is probably the place where you want to make your appeal. In fact, I'm pretty sure there is a thread for this specific subject there already, so add your voice their theirs. 😎

I'm good with useful.