BL4CK FRIAR
HDYLTA
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Posted - 2013.05.09 18:58:00 -
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Jason Punk wrote:
1. The choice of sides and your opponents is not very clear and as such you will have a lot of log-offski's and ultimately a confused and possibly terribly under-represented Faction.
Further the visability of matches should not only be improved in the pre-joining stage, but also in the search function. Being able to see battles going on open or closed gives people a sense of what to expect in participation as well as "who is winning"
2. The second is I believe even more crucial for the feature's future in terms of reward. There needs to be more of them.
As I understand it, there is more coming down the road, but for now, we need to see something to the tune of...
(the extra time for match prep) + (Normal Contract) * (FW Modifier [1.5-1.4]) * (Victory/Loss Mod)
You could even throw a few more skills like "Caldari Negotiations" with a 3% or 5% bonus to mission payout per skill level (activated for squad by squad-leader only)
skillbook would greatly encourage teams and even more-so if you give each squad (or team) member a 1-2% stacking bonus per skill level. And be sure to make the leveling to be in the 2x or 3x range so as to dedicate people to a particular choice and further discourage solo play unless they are very dedicated to it already, which is the kind of folks you want anyways.
Point 1: Im not sure what you mean about confusing as to the sides you represent, it clearly says do you want to fight for X or Y, so on this initial point of yours I need more clarity as to what you mean. I do however agree that finding a faction match is a chore atm, and yes going in solo you will find a lopsided battle usually, so go with friends.
Point 2: Agreed that there needs to be better rewards but not ISK rewards. There needs to be a faction points system and store just as there is in Eve where you can buy Faction specific gear. Perhaps something akin to a Proto Basic suit that has a camo pattern like these and a lower bar of entry then Proto Basic or perhaps are better stated then Protos like officer suits ands weapons. Upgrades to your District, officer turrets, modules and vehicles?
Point 3: Racial relations skills are a great idea, just make sure that the guy accepting a Faction Contract for your corp/squad (or if you queing up alone you) has the skill |