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[bastille]

Growing up with the original/classic battletech, and seeing how the wars/histories have evolved both the Mechs and the pilots, I would recommend adding another depth to the game, maybe simple initially but providing a path for more complexity/depth as the game progresses.

Maybe just start simple with 'War' Categories of:
*Succession War - original/classic Mechs only (no ER/LBX/anything, maybe extra costs for modifications as not Omnitech)
*Clan Wars or Dark Age - Recent/modern class of mechs.

Obivously, you can increase the number of categories depending on your depth of history/technology selections.

PVP: Introduce a new level of difficulty, as original inner sphere versus Omnitech mechs are not exactly a 1-to-1 fair fight.

Sentimental: Just for the players that prefer the 'classics'.

Roleplaying: Preparing a bridge/path for more in-depth role playing, and players more familiar with older technology might be able to squeeze that extra amount as there is so much experience/knowledge of the old tech nuances comared to newer tech. If classics are at a disadvantage, maybe add classic-only enhancements from LosTech (star league) that are not interoperable with Omnitech frames.

Other thoughts, please post!

[Nik Van Rhijn]

Given that they have already said that everything is timeline specific and we have a MechLab for modifications where you can put on any available tech, I don't think that this is feasible. A number of people may want it but that option was lost with the introduction of the MechLab.

[Adrienne Vorton]

for quick matches, i would like to see something like filter options...