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Robert JD Niewiadomski
NULLIMPEX INC
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Posted - 2013.09.06 09:28:00 -
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Multifunction pad button O could be used to display a popup window we could choose various support request. I know one can ask for ammo, repp or cover etc. via mic. But...
How do you quickly and reliably explain your position in the middle of the fight?
Answer: Hold O button (or adequate KB key) untill support request window pops up. Choose a desired support action you would like to be served. Ex. ammo, repp, LAV pick up, DS pick up, AV support, support fire. When this support action is chosen, an appropriate homing icon with distance is displayed on teammates HUDs via TacNet. Just like logis can see a syringe icon homing in to fallen teammates.
This request could be further filtered and displayed only to those merc who can provide service requested. Ex.- ammo icon (hive) only those carrying hives on them would see
- repp icon (wrench) only those carrying reptool would see
- LAV pick up icon (LAV) only LAV drivers would see
- DS pick up icon (DS) only DS pilots would see
- AV support icon (rocket) only those equipped with AV weapons,
- support fire icon (pistol) all would see
Additionally could be limited to the range of request's recipients.
For pick ups overview map could be displayed to mark destination waypoint for drivers and pilots.
For AV support, locking of the vehicle to destroy would be necessary.
I am not sure about AV support and support fire cos they somehow interfere with squad orders. But i've mentioned anyway.
More support actions could be added this way. And any merc responding to the request would earn some WP (with cooldown) or kill assists WP if the merc served scored a kill afterward.
"Hold O" would not activate request window if you are already presented with on screen prompt to use O button. Like hacking, ladders, injectors, installations, vehicle use, etc. |
Robert JD Niewiadomski
NULLIMPEX INC
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Posted - 2013.09.22 16:24:00 -
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I would like to remind you of this idea... |
Robert JD Niewiadomski
NULLIMPEX INC
547
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Posted - 2013.09.22 17:44:00 -
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Additionaly bidding for service providers would be neccessary. After service providers receive support request they are presented with an option to accept it within limited time 5-10 secs. The first to accept gets the "job". The merc who requested it gets an acknowledgement and is also presented with homing info (merc name, distance and direction) to service provider.
Deal is cancelled upon death of any party involved. Or after some time elapsed 2-3 minutes. Or upon button press. No possibility to submit/accept another request until present one is commited/cancelled. No new requests are displayed to both mercs.
(will add this to op) |
Robert JD Niewiadomski
NULLIMPEX INC
547
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Posted - 2013.09.22 18:07:00 -
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Mobius Kaethis wrote:Or, and here me out on this since it is a pretty radical idea, you get a microphone and actually ask your squad mates for what you need using this new fangled invention called your voice.
I really don't need more stuff clogging up my game pad. More buttons that open menus means more of a chance I open one while trying to shoot someone and get killed. How do you explain your position via mic to somebody who's new to the current map? |
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