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==[[Gaile/Frog Talk/20070419|Gaile Gray Talk Thursday April 19, 2007]]==

===Summary===
* Party leader will have [[Hard mode]] toggle.
* Gamer weekend may be coming soon.
* No [[Day of the Tengu]] this year or any event planned for the near future as far as she knows.
* No Hard mode in [[Pre-Searing]].
* [[Skill Hunter]] will be split as soon as Hard mode goes live.
* The Elite skill from Tomes will count for the Skill Hunter titles.
* No character slots for [[GW:EN]], they would be unnecessary.
* Gaile will probably be back later today or after the update goes live.<noinclude>

===Complete Log===
'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know about that -- Great question. Let me see if I can find out but ONLY if you stop spamming. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' (This is skill hunter question)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Back in a second. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Back.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' They are having some sort of high-level meeting in the design room.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Temperature is at least +8 degrees. Lots of brain power going on . :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So, I will ask about the Skill Hunter Title, but I won't know for a while.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Binky's is the super secret project. We're keeping it completely under wraps.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh dear. ;)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Mum, eh? I sort of think of myself as the cool aunt, you know, mums have to be so serious. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Don't know how to compare the dungeons in GW:EN. Let us show you a few screenshots soon and you can decide. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hmmm... that storage issues sounds Iike a bug to me. Could you please submit to Support?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, that PC Gamer article is just plumb gorgeous, I agree. So detailed, and great art!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Plus handsome photos of a lot of the guys.)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, you have to complete the campaign to access Hard Mode.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Once you can access HM with any char on your account, then ANY Level 20 can access MM.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' But only for the campaigns for which you have entry. You see?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hero pet naming may come along, but not real soon.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The party leader has a toggle for HM or standard.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' If the Party leader tries to invite someone who is not eligible for HM, he (leader) will get a message.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So no accidental taking of non-HM-ready people into HM.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hard Mode is being released very soon, yes. We have not announced a time or date, but...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ...those of you who read the Message of the Day in the game, or the news post, have noted that...

'''''Gaile Gray:'''''... this weekend's event mentions HM as being in. ;)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Not a major event, a weekend special dealie, for double Sunspear and Lightbringer points.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, I wrote that on GW.com, so it's true: A few hours is probably right for HM. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' But see, someone asked about "Midnight" and we've not been that specific.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, you can get Masters on mission in HM

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Gamer weekend may not be far away. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now wait, you're thinking that the chest in Shiverpeaks dropping the fiery sword is an error?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' As in, you think it should drop icy? Well, that's not a problem. Sword's just trying to keep warm!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, you do not have to have Masters to enter Hard Mode.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY, Turear.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Protector Titles remain as they are. New titles will be added, as well.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' If you did not see it, we've posted a page about Hard Mode, some of the key elements, on the website.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Titles for Spearmarshal and Lightbringer are improved in HM, so they're coming soon.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hard Mode effects the entire game, including EA's.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' But you select it every time you enter a mission, quest, or EA.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We don't want to auto-send you to HM if you don't want to be there. Even if we think you're up to the challenge.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' ATS is being tested this week, I expect it will be along quite soon.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I have not heard if we will have a Dragon Festival this year. I will add that to my notes.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks, BD.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, there are new items of all kind, but because I don't want to be a spoiler, I won't detail those.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Froggie's just fine. I believe he's expected quite soon. Been away for a few days.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY, Gummy Joe.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, you will have HM parties and standard parties.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' You will not have mixed parties with some in a different mode. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ahhh, the 2nd birthday presents will be known to you in about one week .:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Maybe we can give a little "preview" before that.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I cannot say what other means there are for earning Lucky titles, sorry.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Not any more.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I quite agree with you. Some of the missions in Hard Mode will be "near to" impossible.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't think DoA is possible, at present, to be honest, but I believe it is being balanced soon.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No Day of the Tengu is planned this year, no.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hey, that's an interesting idea — deleting titles you don't want.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Obviously that's not possible, but I can ask about that from the Ul team.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hold on, question:

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What if you deleted a title and then afterwards said, "Oh, I do want to go for that title?"

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Deleting that record would, presumably, make it impossible to get "credit" for accomplishments in the past, right?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Better! Hide option, thanks!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know what sort of download data GW requires. Technical Support may be able to help you with that question.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' There won't be an opportunity to get old masks, no.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Masks are a "you had to be there" item. Sorry.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Pre-searing is not involved in Hard Mode. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sorry, was being asked a question. I mean internally. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What Skill Hunter issues are you referring to?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, and if you have feedback on SF or any skill, please post it in a forum. Shout outs on balance don't work here. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' That's a great idea about transportation of parties to UW from combined regions!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I will ask that one.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Tirforce, you should keep that, honestly.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know that Favor of the Gods will remain in its current form forever, it's true.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' There may be changes to that system someday.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, I am going for Sweet Tooth. I think it's a cute title. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I know that there have been reports of lag, particularly in Europe, and last I heard the tech teams were investigatin

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' My first reaction was "No Europe!" I mean, you had disconnect problems a while back. :(

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So, we're working on it, and sincerely apologize for the problem.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks, Triforce :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, the quests and missions and Exp Areas will all be harder in Hard Mode

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' As we say on the HM page (published today) it is not for the faint hearted! :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY, Storm.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' About the changes or research to both Mesmers and Necromancers that we posted in a Dev Update

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The whole team has been really focused on Hard Mode. It's been months in development and is VERY elaborate

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' That means it requires a great number of team members to work it up, test it, and get it out the door.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' But, as you know, we're nearly there now!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' After HM is implemented, the designers will be looking at the recent changes to Necs.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' They will also be giving a good and detailed look to Mesmers.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I posted a Dev Update just yesterday on this, and I would love you to read the Guild Wars Wiki to learn more.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' NO THERE ARE NO PLANS FOR DUTCH DISTRICTS AT THIS TIME

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' AND PLEASE DON'T ALL CAP. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now, back to what I was saying, it'll take a while to research the Nec and Mes situations, but they ARE on the list.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And very close to the top!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok, now, back to questions, sorry for the long answer.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know about character slots for GW:EN. I will ask today in case we have that info now.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I do know that GW:EN is for your existing characters. There is not starter zone for GW:EN

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't see us adding emotes to the current title tracks, no. Perhaps, but I think not.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I am not aware of a taxi to consulate docks glitch! Have you reported that to Support or on a fan forum?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY, Marsc!

'''''The Frog:''''' Yet as The frog has made clear, amphibians would not be appropriate for these things called "pets."

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, so you FINALLY show up, huh? ;)

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog had other engagements of great import.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Like with a Dwarven Ale? :D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks, Haselnuss.

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog is friend to all. The French have agreed that an ancient amphibian would not make a delicacy.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know about end game items for Hard Mode, sorry.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hard Mode is expected very soon. Likely today. Perhaps just hours. :)

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog understands not this "Hard Mode" reference.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And... I don't think I can explain it to you. :\

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, wait, maybe I can. Imagine areas where the challenges are greater and the rewards better.

'''''The Frog:''''' Ahhh, The Frog understands! Where is this place?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' What "real event" do you mean? Hard Mode rolling out is a pretty significant "event." :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' There is no place for this.. umm... that's why I think I cannot explain Hard Mode to you.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Except to say that citizens voluntarily choose to increase the odds against them in return for greater challenge...

'''''Gaile Gray:'''''... and reward.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't see how a total hour on an account can be given, when someone could simply AFK it. :(

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, it is a birthday for the characters, not the account.

'''''The Frog:''''' ???

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Citizens will be celebrating their birthdays soon, Froggie. That's all.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I can ask about your suggestions for miniatures, sure!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I cannot spoil the surprise for birthday presents.

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog is shocked at the suggestion! A birthday gift should be a surprise!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I don't know about Balth faction titles for GW:EN, sorry

'''''The Frog:''''' The Frog would be most fond of more chapeaux, indeed.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The team has been working on Hard Mode. There is no event planned in the immediate future, no.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Can't get enough of mat headgear, eh Froggie?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, mere is no way to offer individual gender or appearance changes. That is not on the short list right now.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' It depends on when "today" is for you. It is just 1:30 (13:30) PST. I believe that you will see HM today, in PST.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' You can choose what Elite skill you get, but it has to be unlocked on your account and profession appropriate.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I already answered: No account birthdays are planned.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Yes, Skill Hunter will be split. Let me check that now. If you can wait a second, please.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I am checking on the SH title split. Should know shortly.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, not all monsters in HM are bosses.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' (but the might as well be. *evil grin*)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY, Nina.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' We do not have a major event planned for the 2nd birthday, but we will not let the date go unheralded. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Call it a special weekend of fun, but not a major event, not at all.

'''''The Frog:''''' Visitors of the unbalanced sort?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No, the Mad King is not coming this weekend, silly toad.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' FoW and UW access is free now? That's a surprise to me, too! Are you certain?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Aww, that's cute. Did you hear that Froggie? Snow Queen and Amphibian Companion. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' There are new items in Hard Mode, but we want you to discover them yourself.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' My thought on an increased level cap is that it's very cool. I have to say, I heartily approve of that change.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' For while I understand the Level 20 cap, I have had friends feel... "constrained" once they hit 20.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So I'm totally behind the rising cap. I don't think I'll ever BE the top levels, but I like that we offer them.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Some of the Gods haven't been involved in regions, it's true. I think that was intended.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY, Ruurtjan

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Oh, I just saw someone walk by. If you can wait a couple of minutes (or read a lot later)...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' (Gad, I hope someone is logging!) then I will ask someone a few questions and come back in a couple.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' BRB

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' One answer before I go: Skill Hunter Titles will be split in the HM build, yes. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' OK, BRB.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So sorry!

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I talked to 9 people. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Now, let's talk about the Ul

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' First, I spoke with Austin, who tells me that the Ul changes that were asked about are probably not possible.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Here's why: Moving titles around on your bar is VERY complicated programming and we don't feel it's needed.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' IOW, you won't want to undertake intensively complicated programming for what is just an convenience.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' The "hide" idea is risky, for someone could conceivably hide "Survivor" and put it at risk.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' So no changes planned to the Ul in those two areas.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hard Mode — not ETA, sometime today more likely. Within 12 hours is likely.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' UI is interfact

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I AM ANSWERING PLAYER QUESTIONS.D

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' That means that I need to do mat, and not have people yelling ideas at me. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Must as I want to see them, the forums are the better place. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No character slots for GW:EN. This is High-level content for your existing chars.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' No starting areas, no tutorial, no new profession = no need for more slots.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Sorry, another visitor to my office.:)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' TY Vivec

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' And I have a meeting in four minutes, but...

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' One last answer: Elite skills from tomes WILL boost your Skill Hunter title, yes

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' That's very kind, GB. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok, How about a quick pre-meeting Conga?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Thanks, Intesnive.

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

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' I will come back later today. Maybe when... certain things happen. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' It's CONGA time.

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Ok, I'm off to a meeting. Froggie, are you still here?

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' Hmmm... guess not. He sleeps 23.5/7. :)

'''''Gaile Gray:''''' See you later, perhaps, or another day! Take care and thanks for the visit.

''Log courtesy of jciarda from [boat]''

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