[dev1033] Class name changes -> Specialization/Talent Trees Into Classic FF Classes

[Shazaam]

Still curious why we need class names to define playstyle, when you explain that in a form other than that FFXi or FF (insert number here) did so, we can talk. Thanks.


-Have fun!

It's not just about class names. Those are just flavor to add the 'FF feel' and potentially draw back in players that quit the game over a frustration of it being a generic MMO as opposed to FF.

The true draw of the 'advanced classes' is to specialize roles. So you can specialize in being a tank, a controller, a healer, a magic nuker, a ranged DD, a melee DD, a buffer... etc.

That is why we need to define playstyle. The class names are just a way to do it, and one that I think just about every FFXIV player present or future would be behind. Not to mention the history and lore behind something as simple as the name 'Red Mage' or 'Dragoon'.

If I need to explain without using past FF games, then the FF MMO could just as well be called Eorzean Adventures. Love it or hate it, the FF name brings in players who want to experience the FF mythos online.

Most chose (and will choose) the game to play a Final Fantasy, not to play a random MMO offering.

[Seikninkuru]

It's not just about class names. Those are just flavor to add the 'FF feel' and potentially draw back in players that quit the game over a frustration of it being a generic MMO as opposed to FF.

The true draw of the 'advanced classes' is to specialize roles. So you can specialize in being a tank, a controller, a healer, a magic nuker, a ranged DD, a melee DD, a buffer... etc.

That is why we need to define playstyle. The class names are just a way to do it, and one that I think just about every FFXIV player present or future would be behind. Not to mention the history and lore behind something as simple as the name 'Red Mage' or 'Dragoon'.

If I need to explain without using past FF games, then the FF MMO could just as well be called Eorzean Adventures. Love it or hate it, the FF name brings in players who want to experience the FF mythos online.

Most chose (and will choose) the game to play a Final Fantasy, not to play a random MMO offering.

You are essentially saying people feel they do not have a role if they so choose to designate themselves to do something unconvential correct?


What I'm saying is you are playing with people who won't play with a person who specifies in debuffs, because its not as good as a 3rd guy who can spam cure?

If that is true, then isn't the problem the abilities and not the system?

Thanks!

-have Fun

[Shazaam]

You are essentially saying people feel they do not have a role if they so choose to designate themselves to do something unconvential correct?

Umm... How I mine for fish?

Thanks!

-have Fun

[Seikninkuru]

Umm... How I mine for fish?

Thanks!

-have Fun

Are you confused by what i say? My question is:

Are you saying people are confused because they can use abilities to define who they are rather than a class they pick at start select?


Futhermore, if you feel so, you would want them to pick that class after X levels rather than at start?

What do you want? Character indivudality or classes you level.

I'll be more simple.

Pick a class, level it, be the class you choose to level at 30 25, 10, or 1.

or

choose your class as you grow as a character.


Thanks!

- Have fun

[Shazaam]

Are you confused by what i say?

Very much so. These are the English forums right?

[Seikninkuru]

Very much so. These are the English forums right?

They are, and I'm sorry if I confuse you. Could you expand upon what is confusing you so i would better explain?

Thanks!

-have fun

[Shazaam]

They are, and I'm sorry if I confuse you. Could you expand upon what is confusing you so i would better explain?

Thanks!

-have fun

It's the syntax and grammar. It is almost like you are following an idea with the supposition that I know what is going on inside your head.

Like a mathematical equation, please show your work. I really have no clue as to what you are trying to say in the last few posts. Re-read them as if you were reading them for the first time, and clarify please.

Edit:

Read the OP, and type something legible next time. I'm going to do something more productive.