Did Paul tell you that Pappy had 1RR pull out our Pitchforks and Torches in the NGNG podcast? You guys might want to get used to the sight of those devices with this group of fans. We may have settled down right quick but, *looks about at the gathered fans* I'm not so sure about some of the others around here....
All that aside I'm truly awed by the exceptional job you guys are doing at handling this franchise and it's very particular fans. I hope that we as a group are wise and mature enough to view your decisions objectively and fairly, even the ones we don't like. And, I hope that you guys keep up the personal interaction with us and keep your sense of humor despite the less than savory commentary at times.
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Started by Bryan Ekman, May 04 2012 12:26 PM
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 02:35 PM
Remember all you die hard BattleTech fans who are trying to turn MechWarrior Online into BattleTech Online...
Those people in that picture kicking Bryan while he's down...
...That's you.
...Gives you something to think about eh? Might wanna back off the over zealous sense of entitlement no? Step back and appreciate all the goodness PGI has given you.
Yeah, they gave us Paul too, which is the latest in people like Celine Dion and Mike Myers whom the Canadian Government has apologized for, but you gotta take the good with the bad.
Those people in that picture kicking Bryan while he's down...
...That's you.
...Gives you something to think about eh? Might wanna back off the over zealous sense of entitlement no? Step back and appreciate all the goodness PGI has given you.
Yeah, they gave us Paul too, which is the latest in people like Celine Dion and Mike Myers whom the Canadian Government has apologized for, but you gotta take the good with the bad.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 02:36 PM
You say it!
No, you say it!
No way, you say it!
Ok, I love you!
I LOVE YOU TOO!
OMG I LOVE YOU MORE!
Woah woah waoh, you're coming on too fast!
No way you started it!
Nuh uh you did!
I hate you!
I hate you more!
OMG I love you!
No, you say it!
No way, you say it!
Ok, I love you!
I LOVE YOU TOO!
OMG I LOVE YOU MORE!
Woah woah waoh, you're coming on too fast!
No way you started it!
Nuh uh you did!
I hate you!
I hate you more!
OMG I love you!
Edited by CapperDeluxe, 04 May 2012 - 02:37 PM.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 02:42 PM
Aegis Kleais™, on 04 May 2012 - 02:35 PM, said:
Remember all you die hard BattleTech fans who are trying to turn MechWarrior Online into BattleTech Online...
Those people in that picture kicking Bryan while he's down...
...That's you.
...Gives you something to think about eh? Might wanna back off the over zealous sense of entitlement no? Step back and appreciate all the goodness PGI has given you.
Yeah, they gave us Paul too, which is the latest in people like Celine Dion and Mike Myers whom the Canadian Government has apologized for, but you gotta take the good with the bad.
Those people in that picture kicking Bryan while he's down...
...That's you.
...Gives you something to think about eh? Might wanna back off the over zealous sense of entitlement no? Step back and appreciate all the goodness PGI has given you.
Yeah, they gave us Paul too, which is the latest in people like Celine Dion and Mike Myers whom the Canadian Government has apologized for, but you gotta take the good with the bad.
Ugh, thanks for taking a fun thread and making MW vs BattleTech! That's not you're MO! Go make a jpeg or sumpin!
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 02:49 PM
So, must I change my signature with gimp?
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 02:59 PM
Technoviking, on 04 May 2012 - 02:42 PM, said:
Ugh, thanks for taking a fun thread and making MW vs BattleTech! That's not you're MO! Go make a jpeg or sumpin!
My Photoshop is out of quarters.
*kicks dirt and walks away*
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:01 PM
The Northwind Highlanders could easily become the Eastwind Lowlanders or something to that effect.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:08 PM
Donner, on 04 May 2012 - 03:01 PM, said:
The Northwind Highlanders could easily become the Eastwind Lowlanders or something to that effect.
Someone suggested that in our forums. I'm not sure what happened (probably a claymore to the face) but there weren't any more silly spin-off suggestions after.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:08 PM
It's only because we care . We love ya Bryan, and thanks for all you do!
Now that Bullock guy , HE'S a different story. Get a load of that guy , can you believe that twitter troller?!
May the 4th be with you!
Now that Bullock guy , HE'S a different story. Get a load of that guy , can you believe that twitter troller?!
May the 4th be with you!
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:24 PM
Volthorne, on 04 May 2012 - 03:08 PM, said:
Someone suggested that in our forums. I'm not sure what happened (probably a claymore to the face) but there weren't any more silly spin-off suggestions after.
No, we don't take a chance on dulling our claymores for that.
We use the mourning star for that.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:28 PM
Attackgypsy, on 04 May 2012 - 03:24 PM, said:
No, we don't take a chance on dulling our claymores for that.
We use the mourning star for that.
Awww, did the star's mother just go supernova or something?
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:32 PM
Motionless, on 04 May 2012 - 03:28 PM, said:
Awww, did the star's mother just go supernova or something?
No, it's called a "mourning star" because that's what happens after using it.
Edited by Volthorne, 04 May 2012 - 04:12 PM.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:34 PM
Volthorne, on 04 May 2012 - 03:32 PM, said:
No, it's called a "mourning star" because that's what you do after using it.
Then maybe you should stop using it, that regret will just keep piling up.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:47 PM
Motionless, on 04 May 2012 - 03:34 PM, said:
Then maybe you should stop using it, that regret will just keep piling up.
Not if I use it only on people I don't like.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 03:49 PM
Volthorne, on 04 May 2012 - 03:47 PM, said:
Not if I use it only on people I don't like.
Then why would you be in mourning.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 04:12 PM
Motionless, on 04 May 2012 - 03:49 PM, said:
Then why would you be in mourning.
Edited my post to reflect corrections.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 04:49 PM
I have been reading these forums for quite some time and have been active here for a very short time. During this time I have been reading the various developer blogs, FAQs and posts, keeping myself abreast of all of Piranhas offerings. Since I am fascinated by this franchise and have been an avid fan since 1985, I of course have some very particular opinions on many subjects. Most of the time I keep these opinions to myself and when I do let something out, it’s mostly from an RP standpoint.
As a total nerd, I have seen a lot of my favorite IP's be taken over and reworked. Battlestar Galactica, Star Trek, Star Wars, etc. have been updated for a generation beyond mine. This is something that I think happens over and over again as classic IP's try to work out some growth and become more attractive to a younger audience. This is necessary for a franchise to grow and stay profitable. I was one of the few that supported Wiz Kids through the Dark Age era and am a staunch believer in the fact that although I am a fan, that does not confer any ownership over an IP. I refer you to this blog entry by Michael Stackpole.
The main thing that has always governed my thinking about these kinds of re-works revolves around the people who are making them. What is there intent? Do they just want to cash in on an IP, sack it for all its worth and run away as Rome burns to the ground. Or are they fulfilling a dream of working with a universe that captivates them. Is this a work of passion and love? The kind of passion and love that comes only from the hearts of true geeks and fanboys. With MWO, I believe this is the case.
I get the sincere feeling that everyone working on this game “gets it”. They understand what Mechwarrior and Battletech are and wish to stay true to that feel. I understand that this is a Mechwarrior game and not a Battletech game, but the epic feeling I get from the way that planetary conquest is supposed to work really feels very Battletech to me. The ‘mechs look different, but still stay true to the feel of the Battletech and Mechwarrior traditions I have come to know and love.
It is a truly unique universe built on the classic anime “giant robot” concept, yet stays very uniquely American/Western European and although fantastic, is mired in a very real kind of combat/war fiction. Nothing else even comes close to capturing that feel. Not Heavy Gear, not anything.
So, please take heart in the fact that for every very vocal member of this forum who can’t stand the fact that you aren’t doing things they way they would there are at least two or three of us who are sitting here quietly happy with all you are doing. Keep up the good work and we love you right back.
Sincerely and with great respect,
James Claudius Sandoval
As a total nerd, I have seen a lot of my favorite IP's be taken over and reworked. Battlestar Galactica, Star Trek, Star Wars, etc. have been updated for a generation beyond mine. This is something that I think happens over and over again as classic IP's try to work out some growth and become more attractive to a younger audience. This is necessary for a franchise to grow and stay profitable. I was one of the few that supported Wiz Kids through the Dark Age era and am a staunch believer in the fact that although I am a fan, that does not confer any ownership over an IP. I refer you to this blog entry by Michael Stackpole.
The main thing that has always governed my thinking about these kinds of re-works revolves around the people who are making them. What is there intent? Do they just want to cash in on an IP, sack it for all its worth and run away as Rome burns to the ground. Or are they fulfilling a dream of working with a universe that captivates them. Is this a work of passion and love? The kind of passion and love that comes only from the hearts of true geeks and fanboys. With MWO, I believe this is the case.
I get the sincere feeling that everyone working on this game “gets it”. They understand what Mechwarrior and Battletech are and wish to stay true to that feel. I understand that this is a Mechwarrior game and not a Battletech game, but the epic feeling I get from the way that planetary conquest is supposed to work really feels very Battletech to me. The ‘mechs look different, but still stay true to the feel of the Battletech and Mechwarrior traditions I have come to know and love.
It is a truly unique universe built on the classic anime “giant robot” concept, yet stays very uniquely American/Western European and although fantastic, is mired in a very real kind of combat/war fiction. Nothing else even comes close to capturing that feel. Not Heavy Gear, not anything.
So, please take heart in the fact that for every very vocal member of this forum who can’t stand the fact that you aren’t doing things they way they would there are at least two or three of us who are sitting here quietly happy with all you are doing. Keep up the good work and we love you right back.
Sincerely and with great respect,
James Claudius Sandoval
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 04:53 PM
Volthorne, on 04 May 2012 - 03:08 PM, said:
Someone suggested that in our forums. I'm not sure what happened (probably a claymore to the face) but there weren't any more silly spin-off suggestions after.
Yeah, I said that in a meeting with some Dragoons yesterday.
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Posted 04 May 2012 - 04:55 PM
BACK ON TOPIC...
Bryan, I hope EVERYONE understand your situation is very much like millions of Parents in the world.
Before the Global Economic Collapse, you hinted that you might take us to Disneyworld in a year or so.
When the economy collapsed, so did that hoped for trip.
As kids, (and you know we are at hearts, kids) all we heard was we are going to be able to play in Disneyworld.
This is OUR bad, not yours. You never promised us that we could be Canonical Mechwarriors in 3049 Innersphere. But some kids, that is all that they heard.
It is no fun being the "dad" in this instance. But you did the right thing and you did it well.
A few of the "kids" are kicking, screaming, crying. That is regretable.
It shows a lack of wisdom or maturity on their part (though I should not judge them, I know).
Give them time and they will come around. They will see all that you do for them from sunup to sundown.
I know that you are tryin to make this the "Best Mechwarrior you can make".
The "kids" just need to realize that it will NEVER be EVERYTHING both makers and fans want it to be.
But I have faith it will be Epic.
Bryan, I hope EVERYONE understand your situation is very much like millions of Parents in the world.
Before the Global Economic Collapse, you hinted that you might take us to Disneyworld in a year or so.
When the economy collapsed, so did that hoped for trip.
As kids, (and you know we are at hearts, kids) all we heard was we are going to be able to play in Disneyworld.
This is OUR bad, not yours. You never promised us that we could be Canonical Mechwarriors in 3049 Innersphere. But some kids, that is all that they heard.
It is no fun being the "dad" in this instance. But you did the right thing and you did it well.
A few of the "kids" are kicking, screaming, crying. That is regretable.
It shows a lack of wisdom or maturity on their part (though I should not judge them, I know).
Give them time and they will come around. They will see all that you do for them from sunup to sundown.
I know that you are tryin to make this the "Best Mechwarrior you can make".
The "kids" just need to realize that it will NEVER be EVERYTHING both makers and fans want it to be.
But I have faith it will be Epic.
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