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==[[Gaile/Frog Talk/20070112|Gaile Gray Talk Friday January 12, 2007]]==
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'''''The Frog:''''' Befuddlement it causes, but happy is [[The Frog]]. It is one of his favourite chapeau.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Well, you guys have heard about the big weekend we have planned next weekend, right?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Part of that weekend is testing changes to [[Heroes' Ascent]].

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Part of that weekend is testing skill balances changes.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And EVERYONE is Invited!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Well, yes, even you! :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The thing is, we can get a lot of good feedback from players by having a sort of "open beta."

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So, as far as I know, that's what they'll be doing starting on Friday next week.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I say "As far as I know" because. well, I'm snowed in my house and not at the offic.e

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What is going on NEXT weekend, not this one, Is a testing of skill balances changes and changes to...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ... Heroes' Ascent.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' 12 C is higher than 17F, I think. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So, let me explain how I understand it will work:

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The designers are working on a large list of significant changes to Heroes' Ascent.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Those will be rolled out next Friday. In addition, a large list of potential skill balance changes will be Included.

'''''The Frog:''''' The proverbial "one/two" punch?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, exactly. Froggie.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' <nowiki>{{THey gave me purple chat, I'm a dev. They gave him yellow chat, he's an amphibian. Go figure!}}</nowiki>

'''''The Frog:''''' Golden

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog stands on golden. If words be not golden, at least their presentation shall be.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Bonjour! Guten Morgen. Buenos Dias. And... Buon Giorno, is it?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Not to mention a dozen other equally fine languages. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, do you like the Wintergreen Weapons? That's great!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now. that's another reason I'm here, and I'm glad you brought it up!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The [[Xunlai Tournament Agent]] is acting a bit stingy in his distributions, for a. few players.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' For a few. he's not giving what is owed.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So our tournament coordinator suggests that you write to tournament@arena.net if you have issues.

'''''The Frog:''''' Some, The Frog understands, were gifted with an extra, item. Could this be true?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Nice! Extra is good. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I should ask again about max [[Sunspear Rank]]. I'm sorry that I don't know the details quite yet.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks for the reminder! The Heroes' Ascent testing to which you are all invited is not about party size.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The designers say they want to test things in batches, and so party size will be determined later.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Might even involve testing. First, mechanics of all kinds.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I've seen some of them, and I'm liking them a lot! I think it'll shake up gameplay a bit.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh. I don't? Umm. ok. Whatever. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I have not heard of changes to storage, in the recent past, beyond the festival hat guy.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And no news of [[Gwen]].

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog's theory has not be disproved!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, I know, Froggie, that you believe that the Preserved Flower is a sign.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Nothing to report on appearance changes at this point, no. Nor of alliance lists, sorry.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, sorry. I'm the Community Relations Manager for ArenaNet. Nice to meet you. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sorry if the lavender text is a bit bright.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Well. unfortunately, flames are part of some forum cultures. Meh, I don't take it personally.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sometimes I wonder if there's a direct correlation between number of flames and diminishing IQ. :D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now you know that there has been no new armour that would...umm... call out Tarzan quite yet.

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog is most well. And a bit warmer than last week.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The skill updates and the proposed changes to HA will both be temporary.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Upon completion of the test weekend, the designers will analyze and roll out the permanent changes.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' A permanent change would come. I would imagine, a week, or two later. That's truly a guess on my part.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I know the designers have to have time to assess the input.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I've heard of that, a faction donation tracker. I can ask about that. sure.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know about that storage questions. it's a good one: Taking singles instead of stacks out of storage.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Of course, thank you! Shift and drag will get you smaller bundles!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' That was added later. I forgot. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Honestly, please don't spam 8v8 for anything else).

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The fact is. nobody is more aware of the opinions than the designers.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' It's not a simple decision, hence a testing weekend to try out mechanics first.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' About the ladder reset: Yes, It was reset without the skill balance.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' It was scheduled for a reset prior to the release of the skill balances and honestly. I think it was a matter of...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ... requirement. I think that we HAD to reset the ladder. the Wintersday Season was over and we wanted to move...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ... forward with the automated tournaments, sanctioned play. etc. SO turning the ladder into a...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ... historical marker was the plan for some months. That moved forward and the skill balancing took a bit longer.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' It will be only a few weeks apart, in the end.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I think that it is the "broken meta" that we are trying to address, with player input at unparalleled levels.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' For the first time that I've been aware of, players are getting invited to directly impact the game on a very...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' .... broad level.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sorry, does it matter what status I'm on? I don't understand.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' HA makes us very much want to make changes, to enliven it, to mend those areas that need attention.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' It's a great mode; we very much want it to live up to its potential.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' To those concerned about it. as we are, I would encourage you to test, next weekend, and post.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We read all our fan forums, on a daily basis. Find a good productive thread and join it.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Or. start one of your own. Warming: Comments like U SUCK are pointless, there or here. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, we don't commente or join threads on all sites, it's true. We DO read just about every forum.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok. muted. Now. you can thank me. cause others would have just tossed you. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh. wait, you can't thank, me at all. *lol* Gaile Gray: If you're not offensive, you're not muted.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' If you're borderline. I'm keeping a beady eye on you. bud. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The best way to implement 1v1 is through Hero Battles.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' HEY. I don't even have a bone dragon mini, so don't ask for a fullsize pet. silly one. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Last I heard, the team was looking at the AFK and leeching issues. No outcomes yet.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Having a "group vote" for kicking is very, very dangerous.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, lookie, that guy we don't know got a green, let's vote to boot him! Not nice. :(

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hey, I worked for a week to get a green. What can I say. I wanted it! :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So yes. not all are the best of the best, but I like 'em.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Mini pet storage. Tell me ideas on that!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Someone asked. I'm intrigued by the Idea.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I am here to hear your ideas, sure. Pleased to hear them, in fact.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Did Martin say spamming would result in a "ban" or a "block?" Because I imagine he intended to convey...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ... that we do block persistent spammers. I don't know that we ban them forever, though.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' In game messaging and mailing is a cool idea. We'll see.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' THere is a good article on refreshing gameplay. and trying new things. It's coming Monday.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' (Sorry, the question was for someone asking for new ideas for playing.)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I personally would love to see more content in Pre-searing. however that's two games ago.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I have a girl I keep there, just because I love the area so. I don't know that we'd go back to Presearing.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Dye storage is such an exceptionally good idea. I nag ... ask about thatoften! :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Presearing is directly connected to Prophecies, you see? That was the first title.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' THat's what I meant to convey. Sorry If it was confusing.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I'd love to tease you guys about additions to HA. but there are people who are really sensitive out there.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Were I to say. "Not just a lever, but a bright sparkly lever someone would probably complain. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' How about "The best #(*%% lever you ever saw?"

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Just talk, I'll try to see your words. It's a madhouse, but we like it. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I understand. Your confidence is not high. Ok. BUT...!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' this gloom and doom "You're gonna mess it up again" scenario isn't fair.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' When YOU have a say in HA. when you get to provide feedback before finalization!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Isn't that what you've asked for? More input? More input? More testing before final?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ANd a broader test, with more people to really hammer on the mechanics and really give them a workout.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok. I tell you what: If you don't like the changes, tell us! And if you still don't like them...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I will personally refund your monthly fee! :D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh. nothing on Campaign 4. That would be telling! :) Sorry, honestly, nothing to say just yet.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks. Troy.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes. more storage space would be lovely. *sigh* I so agree with you!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' According to Froggie... who incidentally seems to have napped again, who slipped him the spiked eggnog?...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The Rabbit in presearing would not make a good pet.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' However, I suggested an idea Involving rabbits to our events designer.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' He LOVED it. Look for that in... the future. ;)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Easter's too easy. This is probably better. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I can ask about dye remover. You know why it was removed. right?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' People thought they could use it to change things to undyed (white) form.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' THere may have been other reasons, as well. Grey return to standard shade, to it's less confusing.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hero storage bags. Nice Idea.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I've pretty much decided. if there's a way to get extra storage, you guys will think of it.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I heard someone saying Koss should carry a briefcase. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I think, that the Party Search system has been very well received, and I use it myself.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I'm sorry to see it criticized, but you're entitled to your opinion, naturally.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We won't add avatar to the Dervish, as far as I know.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' There are some discussions about DoA. There are changes that may be made, but nothing major.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' You know that DoA has been surmounted, right?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know about Gwen. and Froggie has only a theory about her. It's a mystery.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' A whole LOT Of skill balances will be rolled out. in trial form, next week..

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Then (excuse me if this is a repeat for some of you)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The designers will assess the feedback and finalize the skiff balances and add them permanently.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't have a firm timeline, but I anticipate it won't take but a few weeks. Just a guess, though.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Guys, nobody is going to remove PvP or cancel PvE. Can't we all get along!? :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I think that territory changes are sort of unneeded. with improvements to technology.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Let's talk about that, because it comes up a lot. This "regional preference" sentiment.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We had a preorder pack for Prophecies. It had items NEVER in Korea..

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Korea has the Cokeplay items, not available here.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Europe had the Chimeric Prism.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Each region at one time or another has had special items. It's done very fairly and very carefully.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''': I have a guild friend who's traded for the Asian items. So they are not completely unavailable.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' However, we're going to be making them a bit more available, through community contests, as they were in the original

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' territory. It ought to be very fun!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Nobody on our team plays another game at the expense of his/her job. silly!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And all on the team are free to play other games. Please don't be mean to my coworker!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The "leave items to sell" is much like an auction house, and yes. it is often requested.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I like your style, but I don't dare quote you. Let's just say I think you are very wise. too. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Well, we have never announced a new campaign in a formal sense.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' However, there seems to be interest in carrying forward with the Guild Wars experience. :D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The rubberband issue is a client/server desync issue. Has it increased lately?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And if it has. is it possible to report to Tech Support for your area?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Because we need to know about that, and track what may be causing it. IF it is on our side.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Often, my lag is related to poo Internet service. :(

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok. could you/would you contact TS? Because I would like them to have you do a trace and stuff.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Reports from one individual can help us track down widespread bugs.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Why would you name a guild to intentionally slam someone? It seems like something from 2nd grade. :(

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Abusive names would probably be reported, and would be blocked, of course. *shrug*

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Is it not intended to be abusive? I'd suggest yes. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I think the issue of holding Halls has to do with some regions playing HA more than otehrs.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sorry, others.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Guys, don't spam

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, but the GM over there can give them a time out.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So it's mute, or. if someone insists on being rude, crude or socially unacceptable...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' He can serve time in After Preschool Detention with Ms. Jenkins.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' He won't like Ms. Jenkins. She's a meanie.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' My brother was a detention teacher. It's a rough job, but done well, quite helpful to students.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' If you'd like to take a few of these guys off my hands... you're the professional. :D :D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The Information that we have available about jobs and getting into the industry is on the www.arena.net site.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I DO NOT KNOW IF WE WILL SEE A RETURN OF 8 V 8. STOP ALL GAFFING PLEASE

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Guild Ranks as a customizable option sounds very good to me, actually.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Why must it be so straight? I mean if a guild wants more ranks, or to name them differently, that could be great.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' However. The Interface has a specific design, and it may not be possible to add ranks or name Them.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I think that it's foolish to propose destroying HA rather than working with the players to improve it.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Emotions run high, but I think we should focus on positive change.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Which could sound simplistic. but a worldwide all-player test is a great idea.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I understand that there are games available in Brazil, in fact a very good PvP player hails from Brazil.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So I believe that you could find GW somewhere in South America, yes. Or import via an etailer.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What I usually say is this: Try the PlayNC site, because it has no borders. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What country are you?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I will ask about a larger list, yes.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hey. I'd love to come to NZ! I'd like it anywhere there are GW fans. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And that's a lovely country to boot.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I write in lavender because the designers kindly gave me that right. I work on the dev team.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I have to say. on the subject of favour, that in the early days. Europe asked for daily access.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now, Europe holds Halls a lot. and other nations ask for daily access.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What changed? Their drive and ambition and, I guess, their will.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' My hat is totally off to those who hold Halls. Or, these days, it's more "take halls" really.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Cause you don't see the holding you once did.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Which is something Td gong to ask about amongst HA players, in fact.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' At present, the newest armors only accept insignias, I don't know that the old ones will be changed

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What I've heard is that players don't ask for mods AND insignias.
Gaile Gray: Yes, that is true, there is a story based reason for Etonian armor having Insignias.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Allsorts of requests for storage have been noted, yes. as well as the hair

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I wish when I came for a visit I had all answers, but I don't. I'm sorry.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The requests are noted, that doesn't mean the Implementation is coming any time soon.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The designers track requests, needs, wants, things tied to the next game...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And from all that they decide how to more forward with development and upgrades.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes. I quite agree, the game SHOULD have a two-year celebration of some sort! :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' But if we have birthday gifts, and I think we'll have something, that will certainly liven up the day.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Second anniversary will be 28 April 2007. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know if it's a good expenditure of fruited dev time to make new armours for the previous releases.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now, mind you, I do not assign the staff on that. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' But if we spent so much time looking back, could we also be looking forward?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The Hero Battles and other means of keeping records of achievement are coming. I think. in a few weeks. I will ask!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Meaning of Life: 42. obviously.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I just answered, at length, about FOW armors. Please scroll up.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The whole "looking back / looking" forward stuff. :D Gaile Gray: Ideas for the game are read in fan forums every day.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Would it be helpful to see the character's professions on the Friend List?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok. well. then. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I do agree that an energy bar for team members would be useful.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So that people stop blaming the Monk. :D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' There ere a few words about Razah. and how the designers want to check his availability.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' They are aware that there is a difference in the ease of capping him.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I should go rustle up some dinner. But before I do. please remember:

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We will be testing PvP next weekend.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Skills balancing affects everyone, so all thoughts are welcome. but we particularly welcome those...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ... who are "students of the game" who can give their feedback via the forums.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And too. changes to HA are being put up to see how you like them and how they play out.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Feedback on that is very desireable. too.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, actually, you should NOT start "nagging" on the forums. That's the point.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Nobody listens to screams, they try to tune them out.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So please, opinion. evidence, comments of value — all welcome.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Do you. when you should stop nerfing skills, deny that skills need balancing?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No. well, then. hush. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sure a conga would be great.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We HAVE to change skills. We NEED to update skills. You must agree. honestly! :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok. conga: Click me, hit space bar to start.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ready?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh. if some of you are out later, remember that GMs review chat logs. And behave better next time. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok. let's go!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Some of us makes me laugh. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks for the visit guys. It was good to see at least, oh. 97.87% of you! :D:D:D~

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