Red_Raccoon

I assume the text is just there to provide flavor, but it does seem to imply a direct in-game benefit. I can see where it would be misleading.

Yes, this. The mobs are level 31-33 (0r more?) even in the lowest section of the zone. Taking on hazard-zone sized spawns +1 to +3 your level can be tough when solo (at least it was for me when I tried it at level 30).

One of my fondest memories in this game was running into a level 30 in Crey's Folly who was having great difficulty completing his kills for the aura mission. I was on a level 40ish at the time and teamed with him so we could quickly blow through the mobs he needed. He was so happy to finally be able to get his aura, it was kind of touching.

That must have been even more awesome after power customization allowed you to color the stench cloud. Putrid brown or sickly green? So many delightful options.

Yeah, but after reading the responses and explanations from other members, the OP graciously acknowledged that getting genericized was completely justified. He seems to "get it" now, he doesn't really need to keep getting hit upside the head with it.

No, I'm afraid even consenting adults don't have the right to do whatever they want in public. This game's Terms of Service (as well as common courtesy) dictates that sexually explicit comments may not be made in public. I personally don't care if people ERP or not, that's their business, but it is appropriate to take that kind of thing private. As far as I know, the GMs don't police what happens in private in this game and only respond when behavior is reported by offended parties.

But I guess you realized this, as your later comments in this thread seem to acknowledge that ERP belongs in private.

I thought it was going to be a question about Will Power.

Seriously.

I was going to say that doesn't make any sense because it wouldn't explain why you would occasioinally see people from the same faction. But then I realized I don't think I've EVER seen another player in Dark Astoria, so yeah.

He mentioned clues, which is what would make it a puzzle instead of merely a process of elimination. Although you would need some kind of penalty for making the wrong choice, else you could still just click randomly until you got it right.

Personally, I would welcome randomized puzzles as an occasional alternative to the usual smash and grab, but I'm not sure how well received they would be by the general population, or if it would be worth the time and effort of the Devs to create them. Also, I think they would have to be optional, possibly providing a bonus or short cut rather than being mandatory to mission completion, or I can see frustration and complaints resulting.

I've never witnessed it on the US servers either, actually.

They're always yelling at me not to block the door.

There's your problem right there. BAB included a code in the walk power that causes your walk animation to become silly as punishment should you ever defeat his character in game. He's not going to let you walk proud after beating him to a pulp.

Well, in all fairness, you're comparing to things that happen in zones designated for higher level characters. In fact, until very recently, low level characters couldn't even get into places like the RWZ and Dark Astoria, sidekicked or not. The Halloween event takes place in all zones, including lowbie zones. I don't think it's unreasonable for a player to expect to be able to handle an event happening in Atlas Park with a level 5 character.

I too have found ToTing solo with characters below level 20 to be rather deadly, especially where squishies are concerned. Those bosses are just a little too much for some characters to handle, and the boss/lieutenant combo that sometimes appears is instantly fatal for some. By no means have I let it ruin my enjoyment of the event, however; I've mostly stuck to my higher level characters, and tried the lowbies when I'm in the mood for a challenge. But I can sympathize with the OP's friend, who would not have higher level characters to use.

And yes, it's a once a year event, but new player would have no reason to think the rest of the game isn't just as frustrating. First impressions are key. If I jumped into a new game and didn't like what I saw the first day, I would not likely be inclined to give it a second chance.

If you and a friend are teaming often with a particular pair of toons, you may find it to your advantage to have different origins. That way, if you receive enhancements you can't use because of your origin, there's a chance your buddy can, and vice versa.