Dev Question: Possibility of PVP Server/Open PVP areas?

[MonteCristo]

Is there any possibility of this in the future? There seems to be a huge demand in almost every other successful MMO out there to date and don't quite understand why there couldn't be at least one server designated for hardcore players. Almost everyone I have tried to get to play ffxiv especially after the more recent updates negatively criticized the game solely because there is no real focus on PVP and refer commonly refer to PVE with NO pvp present as "Carebear". I love PVP as many others do and I just feel this game could greatly benefit PVP as a focused addition. Please note that as a ffxi vet ballista was a joke and I don't feel any additions in comparison to the ffxi did it would be beneficial to this games core. Discuss....

[Oscillate_Wildly]

I don't think they'd make a sub-adjustment of all classes for just one server. The game is primarily created for PVE which is what their focus was from the start. To make changes like that when it was never in their intention in the first place (they've said this before) is probably asking too much.

I know you think and feel this is a basic thing all MMO's should have but I do not think so. No. Not now or anytime soon, perhaps in a few years if there's that big of a demand for it. We are getting some PVP but it'll likely resemble XI's.

Edit: Carebear, really? :U Sorry meatheads. No rough housing in this tree house! Tuck in for tea!

[Vaer]

PvP makes balancing a PITA, and also increases complaining. Pretty sure YoshiP played DoAC a lot and has mentioned something about PvP with objectives, but that won't be coming for a long long time I imagine, if ever.

[Preypacer]

Is there any possibility of this in the future? There seems to be a huge demand in almost every other successful MMO out there to date and don't quite understand why there couldn't be at least one server designated for hardcore players. Almost everyone I have tried to get to play ffxiv especially after the more recent updates negatively criticized the game solely because there is no real focus on PVP and refer commonly refer to PVE with NO pvp present as "Carebear". I love PVP as many others do and I just feel this game could greatly benefit PVP as a focused addition. Please note that as a ffxi vet ballista was a joke and I don't feel any additions in comparison to the ffxi did it would be beneficial to this games core. Discuss....

A lot of people who are "hardcore" into PvP refer to those who prefer PvE as "carebear" because it boosts their own ego and makes them feel superior. It reinforces their "hardcore" impression of themself.

I'm sure we've all heard the statement about people who put others down or insult them just to make themselves feel better/bigger. That's exactly what's at work here.

It's empty ego-stroking; self-edification at its purest.

On that note:
If folks want to play a MMO with a strong focus on open PvP... there are MMOs out there that cater to that already.

Not every MMORPG "must have open PvP" or a "hardcore PvP server" to be a good MMORPG.

And in case anyone's about to accuse me of being carebear... My gaming history includes 5 years in Lineage 2, 2 years in Shadowbane, a stint in Darkfall, a few months in Asheron's Call, as well as PvP servers on any other MMO that offered it.

I fully enjoy PvP and, in fact, prefer it as open and FFA as it can be. I just also realize that FFA PvP doesn't have a place in every MMORPG.

[EmeraldHill]

There should be at least one open-pvp zone.

[Preypacer]

There should be at least one open-pvp zone.

There will be. Yoshi actually mentions it right in his recent live Q&A.

[Claudus]

Why was this thread created when Yoshi already confirmed they will add arena and open world pvp?

[MonteCristo]

Just curious I heard about the pvp announcement but i did'nt see where they mentioned an open pvp area where did i miss this?!

[Vaer]

Q: PvP has often been touched on, but exactly what kind of elements are you thinking to add? Is it going to be a full PvP? Also how are players going to participate?

A: First off, we are designing it so that players that do not wish to take part in PvP are not forced to. The battle framework we are currently working on takes into account future PVP contents. We are planning two approaches to PvP. The first are battles in the Coliseum where you can have a fair duel against an opponent. The second is a PvP area where you can fight for control of various influences with several players.

http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/threads/26096

Eorzeagrasp? Tol Dhona? Sounds more like RvR though.

[MonteCristo]

TYVM Vaer! If this is nothing like ballista and zones that are PVP designated are OPEN pvp I am completely satisfied with this approach. Thanks for responses everyone