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[Lazytron]

I think it would be nice to be able to choose mechs/loadouts to fit the map, instead of having it be a crapshoot. I can understand a handful of balance reasons for not wanting to do this, but I think it would be more fun for people in the long run.

Maybe it is a separate game mode, maybe it only applies to pre-made Lances, or maybe it only applies to pugs -- but some maps are more fun to scout on, and others are more fun to brawl or tank on. Allowing players to pick roles based on map would be nice, and allowing players to pick their heat risk after knowing where they are going to be deployed would be nice, too.

I personally would set it up as a pre-loading screen while the matchmaker is working (or for 30s-60s, maybe), where people can either take the mech they have selected, or switch to another in stable. The maps are still randomized, but this way people get to decide whether they really want to bring a Swayback on Caustic or whatever. It just seems like if you own the mechs, you ought to be able to pick which one to pilot based on strategic needs, rather than just sticking to it irrespective of intended deployment.

[Sean von Steinike]

No thanks.