DUST Search - Sticky:Hotfix Charlie - Dropsuit Slot Layout Discussion

CCP Rattati wrote:

And we are back.

TLDR;
Charlie: New slot layout adopted for Sentinels and Assaults, with corresponding PG/CPU adaptations plus PG/CPU buff for Assaults and reduction for Sentinels. Universal slot layout matrix for Caldari changed from 4-1 to 3-2.

Now, based on your consolidated feedback,

The standardized slot layout matrix was pretty well received, yet overall there were the following worries:

1)Caldari Scouts not having 2 low slots at ADV, so couldnGÇÿt effectively dampen like the other three scouts
a.Scouts will be standardized and revised in Delta using the matrix.
b.Therefore, no changes to Scouts in Charlie, but KinCat, CodeBreaker and Nova Knife PG reduced so Minmatar will be able to fit with abandon.

2)Caldari Sentinels not having 2 low slots at PRO, so canGÇÿt fit an armor rep and regulator (for example)
a.Easy fix to this is to change the matrix to 3-2 instead of 4-1 for Caldari 5 slots.
b.Sentinel slots need to be changed in Charlie with corresponding PG/CPU changes.
c.Sentinels then get a fitting bonus to Heavy weapons and a moderate reduction of PG/CPU in Charlie.

3)Logistics, Amarr side arm and Caldari low slot at PRO
a.Our proposal is to give both the sidearm at the cost of a single slot, not two as in the case of the Amarr. The Caldari will trade a low slot for the sidearm and the Amarr will trade an equipment slot for the sidearm. Not until Delta though.

4)Logistics, Gallente and Caldari STD and ADV to have equal total slot count as other Logistics
a. These are scheduled for Delta as well as PG/CPU revisions if necessary.

5)Commandos
a.No changes in Charlie, new layout according to matrix in Delta and corresponding tweaks of PG/CPU.

6)Assault
a.Very few grievances, if at all, with the new the new Assault suit layout, so will be adopted fully in Charlie
b.Assault will move to a 4-6-8 layout of slots, gaining one high/low slot at both ADV and PRO. This standardizes Mediums and gives Assault a huge boost towards being a viable options in competitive surroundings.
c.Assault will also get the same fitting bonus to Grenades.
d.Assault will be getting a considerable buff to PG/CPU, shield tanking will be addressed but we are also looking at bringing energizers and rechargers down and trading for a small PG increase in Delta
e. Assault will gain 150 ehp.

Please give us feedback on this, and this time please stay on topic. Thanks.


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MEDICO RITARDATO Intara Direct Action Caldari State 115	Posted - 2014.07.17 08:17:00 - [1] - Quote Prepare your anus for amarr sentinel with 1344 armor Dont like the buff to amarr, the nerf on my callogi and the change on my assault caldari... If the age is on the clock you are ready for the c**k
MEDICO RITARDATO Intara Direct Action Caldari State 125	Posted - 2014.07.23 11:22:00 - [2] - Quote CCP Rattati wrote: And we are back. TLDR; Charlie: New slot layout adopted for Sentinels and Assaults, with corresponding PG/CPU adaptations plus PG/CPU buff for Assaults and reduction for Sentinels. Universal slot layout matrix for Caldari changed from 4-1 to 3-2. Now, based on your consolidated feedback, The standardized slot layout matrix was pretty well received, yet overall there were the following worries: 1)Caldari Scouts not having 2 low slots at ADV, so couldnGÇÿt effectively dampen like the other three scouts a.Scouts will be standardized and revised in Delta using the matrix. b.Therefore, no changes to Scouts in Charlie, but KinCat, CodeBreaker and Nova Knife PG reduced so Minmatar will be able to fit with abandon. 2)Caldari Sentinels not having 2 low slots at PRO, so canGÇÿt fit an armor rep and regulator (for example) a.Easy fix to this is to change the matrix to 3-2 instead of 4-1 for Caldari 5 slots. b.Sentinel slots need to be changed in Charlie with corresponding PG/CPU changes. c.Sentinels then get a fitting bonus to Heavy weapons and a moderate reduction of PG/CPU in Charlie. 3)Logistics, Amarr side arm and Caldari low slot at PRO a.Our proposal is to give both the sidearm at the cost of a single slot, not two as in the case of the Amarr. The Caldari will trade a low slot for the sidearm and the Amarr will trade an equipment slot for the sidearm. Not until Delta though. 4)Logistics, Gallente and Caldari STD and ADV to have equal total slot count as other Logistics a. These are scheduled for Delta as well as PG/CPU revisions if necessary. 5)Commandos a.No changes in Charlie, new layout according to matrix in Delta and corresponding tweaks of PG/CPU. 6)Assault a.Very few grievances, if at all, with the new the new Assault suit layout, so will be adopted fully in Charlie b.Assault will move to a 4-6-8 layout of slots, gaining one high/low slot at both ADV and PRO. This standardizes Mediums and gives Assault a huge boost towards being a viable options in competitive surroundings. c.Assault will also get the same fitting bonus to Grenades. d.Assault will be getting a considerable buff to PG/CPU, shield tanking will be addressed but we are also looking at bringing energizers and rechargers down and trading for a small PG increase in Delta e. Assault will gain 150 ehp. Please give us feedback on this, and this time please stay on topic. Thanks. Dont need the a sidearm on my callogi, pls dont remove the 4 low slot. If the age is on the clock you are ready for the c**k
MEDICO RITARDATO Intara Direct Action Caldari State 125	Posted - 2014.07.23 20:41:00 - [3] - Quote So amarr sentinell 1/4 but caldari 3/2... Seriously? Why??? Ass ault caldari need more pg! Pls add 3 or 4 pg If the age is on the clock you are ready for the c**k