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[Lenglon]

That was kind of a weird conversation on both sides, I thought.

I really do want to see that fleshknitter vegetable, though. I can understand being wary when PW asks "do you have an amp" before doing it, though.

Yeah. Well, whatever goes.

When piecewise asks stuff like that you know that a scenario stands a chance of being a runner up for the unofficial "who screws up the most" competition.

that actually is an indicator that this might work. however, I'm still not doing it right now because *not giving the GM ideas if he hasn't already thought of what I'm thinking of*.

[syvarris]

My opinion on prototypes is about the same as always.  They serve no functional purpose, and there's a very good argument for simply removing the prototyping process entirely.  Arguments that prototyping allows tinkerers to figure out the value of certain design choices hold no water, because what happens on missions depends on so many variables that it's essentially random.  A gauss rifle will never penetrate protectorate armor... unless the user is really competent, happens to roll well, has their power enhanced by plot, PW forgets that the enemy is wearing protectorate amor, PW forgets that gauss rifles aren't that strong, etc...

As a tinkerer, I somewhat like having my stuff be used.  Obviously, I'll enjoy it more if prototyping stays, because it serves as free advertising and gets my stuff used more often.  I'd also like it if equipment was given to a person, and they get to keep it, because then my stuff will be used in every mission that person participates in.  This isn't the core of my existence though, and I'd be mostly fine if none of my stuff ever got used.

I can't really comment very well on balance, because I think things are fine as-is.  I don't think using prototypes as a mechanic to boost newbies is good, though, because it's too variable and random.  Some people will get +10 deathtubes of skewering, or +5 upgraded ultra assaultsuits, while other people will get the "slightly better assault rifle!", or worse, the "+1 pistol of cheapness".  Even if the prototype assignments are as fair as possible, our shipments vary widely in volume and composition--sometimes we ship lots of high powered WMDs, other times we ship a small trickle of cheap things.


@To decapitate, or not to decapitate

My opinion is that decapitation is clearly wrong.  I think it's highly unlikely the shuttle will be killed if it sits for an extra turn, and even if there were eight full corpses, they could probably all be loaded by one guy saying "I load corpses".

It's a good IC event, though.  I like to think Elias was panicked and terrified out of his mind (which happens far too rarely), and was making bad decisions because of that.  I do dislike that he said so much stuff he was probably sitting there arguing for five minutes at least, but people probably won't stop abusing their free actions any time soon.

[Yoink]

((That reminds me, do the rescue teams get level ups? Are we at least getting hazard pay for this?))

We get the respect and adoration of our peers, a strong case of the warm fuzzies, and a ten dollar voucher at Spaceburgerpizza.
What more could you want?!

[Dutrius]

A good book, maybe?

EDIT: Ooh, my voucher was upgraded from a five dollar one to a ten dollar one! That makes up for everything!

[thegamemaster1234]

I'll post here for new character feedback, title says "NEW PLAYER INFO" so I assume this is the place for it (also would like general useful tips, what's on the ship, stuff going on, things like that).

Spoiler: Prototype character? (click to show/hide)

Name: Zimboy Yizkop
Description: Average height. Body appears average. Caucasian, brown hair, blue eyes.
Background: Originally from a rich family, the Yizkops were known to be high up in the government standings. Until, of course, it was found out that they had gotten there by illegal means and the UWM had them executed. Zimboy, who had done no wrong of his own, managed to escape and made his life as a space pirate (obviously) gaining basic physical training and combat skill before his ship was eventually captured. Angered both at the government and the discovery of his family's wrongdoing, he chose to be sent to the HMRC for a chance at revenge.
Stats:
+1 Strength
+1 Dexterity
-1 Charisma
-1 Intuition

Skills:
+1 Conventional
-1 Exotic
+1 Medical
-1 Gen. Knowledge

[DoctorMcTaalik]

I'll post here for new character feedback, title says "NEW PLAYER INFO" so I assume this is the place for it (also would like general useful tips, what's on the ship, stuff going on, things like that).

Spoiler: Prototype character? (click to show/hide)

Name: Zimboy Yizkop
Description: Average height. Body appears average. Caucasian, brown hair, blue eyes.
Background: Originally from a rich family, the Yizkops were known to be high up in the government standings. Until, of course, it was found out that they had gotten there by illegal means and the UWM had them executed. Zimboy, who had done no wrong of his own, managed to escape and made his life as a space pirate (obviously) gaining basic physical training and combat skill before his ship was eventually captured. Angered both at the government and the discovery of his family's wrongdoing, he chose to be sent to the HMRC for a chance at revenge.
Stats:
+1 Strength
+1 Dexterity
-1 Charisma
-1 Intuition

Skills:
+1 Conventional
-1 Exotic
+1 Medical
-1 Gen. Knowledge

((There's not a whole lot going on on-ship right now, because we're wrapping up missions 19 and 20. I hope so, anyway. I'd check out the armory before you finalize your character, so you can be certain that your stats compliment the gear you want. The Player Market (also on the wiki) is great for cheap stuff, but there isn't much there at the moment. There are some affordable Nyars boxes too, if you want to take a gamble.

Right now might be a good time to do some character development, if you care about that at all. Or you could tinker.))

[piecewise]

By the way.

http://store.steampowered.com/app/355240/

You can't even comprehend how great it is.

[DoctorMcTaalik]

By the way.

http://store.steampowered.com/app/355240/

You can't even comprehend how great it is.

I... need this.

[syvarris]

Piecewise, you should definitely get that and then let's play it.  It looks perfect for you.

@thegamemaster
When you decide to finalize your character, you should post in the on-ship thread.  You'll start with five tokens, and can buy stuff from the armory in the same post that you put your char sheet in.  If you want more tokens, I'm willing to offer a loan.

Also, there will likely be several equipment prototypes available for the next mission (your first), unless PW decides to change that mechanic.  Prototype equipment is next-gen equipment made by R&D players, which is free for one mission.  It's a nice boost to get.

[Hapah]

(Warning: This post was made under the influence of delicious alcoholic beverages)

If prototyping sticks around, I'd like just one version of the thing to be offered in the armory at a discount. My reasoning is that is you can't get a single person interested in your item at a price reduction, how much can it really be worth?

[NJW2000]

Just saw some of piecewise's lets plays, to get more of an idea about whose world I'm in. Good grief.

 "I've always had a fetish for murder, but f*cking murderinng people with safes... (languid sigh)"

[Execute/Dumbo.exe]

Just saw some of piecewise's lets plays, to get more of an idea about whose world I'm in. Good grief.

 "I've always had a fetish for murder, but f*cking murderinng people with safes... (languid sigh)"

Quick note, he despises minmaxers, so don't put more than one or two stats at -1, and don't even think of going to -2 unless it's something like Exotic and even then it's tempting fate.

[NJW2000]

Great, thanks for the tip! Too late to change now, though. Dismemberment awaits!

[Toaster]

Piecewise:  It was brought to my attention that Lars has a bit of a discrepancy.  He's been using the PSL which is listed at Exo/+2 Str for requirements, but he is actually +0.  That said, he's in a battlesuit.  Is this an acceptable compromise or is he actually ineligible?

[Dorsidwarf]

Wasn't "weight/strength" stuff changed to suit type?
 human->robody->HRB->synthflesh->Battlesuit->general miyamoto->spinal-mount-on-the-Sword