Future Plans for Equipment

[VoiceMemo]

So as a pro bard, you have nothing to fear then.

That is correct instrument wise I don't need to worry about replacing but my complaint is it's always nice to get something. When everyone else is getting something why not something, ANY upgrade, no matter how small for the rest. To be left out just because of SE's lack of forsight is unfair for those of us who did achieve such goals in game.

By your reasoning every DD with an RME was slapped in the face when Adoulin came out. You had a much longer wait before your dominance was challenged, so you really have nothing to complain about.

Yes I agree, EVERY DD that had RME was slapped in the face when Delve weapons were released. Again the players paid the price for SE's lack of forsight and understanding about how we the players viewed weapons and the reasons why we made RME's.

I think you're mistaking the word career for princess. No worries. It's a common mistake.

I Think I've worked very hard for the gear I have considering my IRL work schedule. Unless you know someone's IRL situation, in my opinion you have no right to criticize someone's gear choices.

I'm not saying everyone should be a RME brd. I'm not saying that everyone must do it. This is my opinion and I think I'm entitled to it. The forums are a way for me to post them and for SE to read them.

I will get to 99 Daurdabla, it's just a matter of time. The journey is what counts. The result is nice too, but I've known many relic holders that got their relic at 75(back in 75 cap days) then quit a few months after because they had nothing to do, nothing to strive for. I'm pretty sure this won't happen to me but the thought that I would have nothing to strive for for brd has crossed my mind.

If skill is more important than gear then what the heck is your problem? It sounds like you just want to shut people out of your exclusive club or something.

My point is again we shouldn't be left out on upgrades both Shield, Horn and Harp didn't get any upgrade when RME upgrades came out from SE's lack of forsight. Look at BRD Job points. SE clearly doesn't know what to do with brd because they didn't forsee adoulin coming out. Decreased casting time for songs sung under Soul Voice does not help. Most brds have 5/5 Nightingale which they already use under Soul Voice which is instant casting of songs.

[Camiie]

Speaking as a Carnwenhan 119, Gjallarhorn 99, Daurdabla 90(working way to 99). A new 3 song instrument without any buff to Daurdabla is a slap in the face.

By your reasoning every DD with an RME was slapped in the face when Adoulin came out. You had a much longer wait before your dominance was challenged, so you really have nothing to complain about.

As a career brd I strived to be the best bard possible. But if SE is going to make easier to get instruments, just because people want 3 songs brds, you'll get fewer and fewer career brds.

I think you're mistaking the word career for princess. No worries. It's a common mistake.

Just because you have 3 songs doesn't make a good brd, you still need to know how to utilize it well from timing, song orders and priorities.

If skill is more important than gear then what the heck is your problem? It sounds like you just want to shut people out of your exclusive club or something.

[Ziyyigo-Tipyigo]

I think you're mistaking the word career for princess. No worries. It's a common mistake.

That would explain my Pretty Princess Pally Tiara Coronet...

[Feary]

By your reasoning every DD with an RME was slapped in the face when Adoulin came out. You had a much longer wait before your dominance was challenged, so you really have nothing to complain about.



I think you're mistaking the word career for princess. No worries. It's a common mistake.



If skill is more important than gear then what the heck is your problem? It sounds like you just want to shut people out of your exclusive club or something.

You're calling him a Princess? really?

you have sat on this forum with other lazies whining to daddy (s.e) about unbalance. Preaching about how a job you dont play and job content you clearly dont understand is flawed since the other kids wont play with you because you dont have the same drive or shines they do.

On the other hand, he has played the game, admired s.e content, enjoyed his time on his job and earned the right to his abilities. You cant ask more of a player or a customer.
He get his stuff done and should be commended.

S.E will give you these instruments to shut you up since they probably figured they couldn't do anything else because of the system itself or time it would require to do.

the respectable players who can achieve in any endgame content will navigate through and come to their senses.

this new instrument wont matter because for these players, it will be either easy enough that all future career bards will eventually have it and shouts will change to "99 relic bards only"

or its too difficult to obtain and nothing will change. daurbs will still be easier to get.

any career bard or knowledgeable player knows +5 to songs like march mads and preludes are better than anything a 3rd song alone will give.

the working class player base will always be better than you, princess. this club you are mention is earned by hard work and dedication. Not given to lazies so if you want the fairness you seek, encourage people the play the content and make educated suggestions.

[Camiie]

You're calling him a Princess? really?

you have sat on this forum with other lazies whining to daddy (s.e) about unbalance. Preaching about how a job you dont play and job content you clearly dont understand is flawed since the other kids wont play with you because you dont have the same drive or shines they do.

On the other hand, he has played the game, admired s.e content, enjoyed his time on his job and earned the right to his abilities. You cant ask more of a player or a customer.
He get his stuff done and should be commended.

S.E will give you these instruments to shut you up since they probably figured they couldn't do anything else because of the system itself or time it would require to do.

the respectable players who can achieve in any endgame content will navigate through and come to their senses.

this new instrument wont matter because for these players, it will be either easy enough that all future career bards will eventually have it and shouts will change to "99 relic bards only"

or its too difficult to obtain and nothing will change. daurbs will still be easier to get.

any career bard or knowledgeable player knows +5 to songs like march mads and preludes are better than anything a 3rd song alone will give.

the working class player base will always be better than you, princess. this club you are mention is earned by hard work and dedication. Not given to lazies so if you want the fairness you seek, encourage people the play the content and make educated suggestions.

[radiationbots]

the working class player base will always be better than you, princess.

pffhffhahahhaha

this guy

[Mefuki]

Post #83

Apologies Feary but I'm having a hard time understanding the point you were trying to make. Your post seemed a little scattered. Could you summarise?

[Camate]

Greetings,

As we’ve mentioned before, the development team would like to add new shields and instruments so that both paladin and bard can have an easier time playing without being too focused on obtaining relics and empyreans. I'd like to share the development team's thoughts at the moment and what is planned for the future.

• Shields
  Currently, shield blocks and the amount of damage reduced are affected by the following:
  
  Damage reduced: type of shield and shield defense
  Block rate: type of shield, player shield skill, combat skill attributed to each monster
  
  Comparing Ochain and the easier to obtain Beatific Shield +1, damage reduction from the Beatific Shield is approximately 50%, while Ochain is around 60%, and the block rate, though it depends on the enemy, is very close between the two. On the other hand, the Killedar Shield’s damage reduction nearly reaches 70%, but the block rate is lower. While Ochain is still more powerful than both of these shields, we've managed to close the large gap that existed in the past.
  
  We plan on adding new item level 119 shields moving forward to close this gap even more.
  
  
• Instruments
  In the April version update we will be introducing a new instrument that grants an additional song. As this effect is extremely powerful, it won't be so easy to obtain; however, we'd like this to be another option in addition to Daurdabla.

While the treatment of powerful equipment can be difficult, we'd like to continue to increase other choices so that these jobs can join parties easier and have a more comfortable time playing.

[Zhronne]

Instruments
In the April version update we will be introducing a new instrument that grants an additional song. As this effect is extremely powerful, it won't be so easy to obtain; however, we'd like this to be another option in addition to Daurdabla.

Will this new instrument "stack" with Daurdabla 90? Meaning owners of Daurdabla 90 will be able to get 4 songs with this instrument?

[Peepiopi]

Greetings,

As we’ve mentioned before, the development team would like to add new shields and instruments so that both paladin and bard can have an easier time playing without being too focused on obtaining relics and empyreans. I'd like to share the development team's thoughts at the moment and what is planned for the future.

• Shields
  Currently, shield blocks and the amount of damage reduced are affected by the following:
  
  Damage reduced: type of shield and shield defense
  Block rate: type of shield, player shield skill, combat skill attributed to each monster
  
  Comparing Ochain and the easier to obtain Beatific Shield +1, damage reduction from the Beatific Shield is approximately 50%, while Ochain is around 60%, and the block rate, though it depends on the enemy, is very close between the two. On the other hand, the Killedar Shield’s damage reduction nearly reaches 70%, but the block rate is lower. While Ochain is still more powerful than both of these shields, we've managed to close the large gap that existed in the past.
  
  We plan on adding new item level 119 shields moving forward to close this gap even more.
  
  
• Instruments
  In the April version update we will be introducing a new instrument that grants an additional song. As this effect is extremely powerful, it won't be so easy to obtain; however, we'd like this to be another option in addition to Daurdabla.

While the treatment of powerful equipment can be difficult, we'd like to continue to increase other choices so that these jobs can join parties easier and have a more comfortable time playing.

I'm all for more non-RME options, but this feels like a little bandaid to the bigger issue. Yes this gives more non-RME users opportunities to participate in endgame boss fights, but at the end of the day, it still doesn't do anything to change the already monopolizing demand for Paladins and Bards. There are other jobs in the game you know..