with this mindset the future looks dim

[Velo_Vandore]

Yeah, I don't watch vids, but then I prefer not to be told the mechanics too. If people blurt them out I won't complain because I know they mean the best and are making an effort to help, but I do prefer to be surprised by things and get enjoyment from learning on the go, even if there are some failures. Of course if somethings proving difficult on the first / second attempt, tips are welcome, and if I'm really frustrated and clueless I might decide to cheat and watch a vid before the next run. Yes "cheat" :P

I know this sounds selfish to some people but I'm not asking for any special consideration that I wouldn't give to any other player. I'd have no issue with meeting a new player in duty finder that fails repeatedly, and in fact it makes the encounter more fresh and fun. I think it's a much richer experience and more immersive experience when a character that's new to a dungeon would actually not know what to do immediately. I find the drone runs where everyone follows the script pretty dull, because I'm not a mindless loot hound, but someone who actually enjoys content for what it is, so I wouldn't ever encourage people to watch the vid first.

Ultimately though I respect that it's my opinion and I don't try to enforce it. If the group isn't happy with me being new, it's their choice to leave / kick / vote abandon or carry on, and I'll respect whatever choice is made. What I won't respect is people being rude or insulting based on my decision to queue as a new player.

[Bizniztyme]

Yeah, I don't watch vids, but then I prefer not to be told the mechanics too. If people blurt them out I won't complain because I know they mean the best and are making an effort to help, but I do prefer to be surprised by things and get enjoyment from learning on the go, even if there are some failures. Of course if somethings proving difficult on the first / second attempt, tips are welcome, and if I'm really frustrated and clueless I might decide to cheat and watch a vid before the next run. Yes "cheat" :P

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Ultimately though I respect that it's my opinion and I don't try to enforce it. If the group isn't happy with me being new, it's their choice to leave / kick / vote abandon or carry on, and I'll respect whatever choice is made. What I won't respect is people being rude or insulting based on my decision to queue as a new player.

You sir are probably so much fun to play ARR with. /applaud

[KingOfAbyss]

Yeah, I don't watch vids, but then I prefer not to be told the mechanics too. If people blurt them out I won't complain because I know they mean the best and are making an effort to help, but I do prefer to be surprised by things and get enjoyment from learning on the go, even if there are some failures. Of course if somethings proving difficult on the first / second attempt, tips are welcome, and if I'm really frustrated and clueless I might decide to cheat and watch a vid before the next run. Yes "cheat" :P

I know this sounds selfish to some people but I'm not asking for any special consideration that I wouldn't give to any other player. I'd have no issue with meeting a new player in duty finder that fails repeatedly, and in fact it makes the encounter more fresh and fun. I think it's a much richer experience and more immersive experience when a character that's new to a dungeon would actually not know what to do immediately. I find the drone runs where everyone follows the script pretty dull, because I'm not a mindless loot hound, but someone who actually enjoys content for what it is, so I wouldn't ever encourage people to watch the vid first.

Ultimately though I respect that it's my opinion and I don't try to enforce it. If the group isn't happy with me being new, it's their choice to leave / kick / vote abandon or carry on, and I'll respect whatever choice is made. What I won't respect is people being rude or insulting based on my decision to queue as a new player.

And another one that gets it ^^