Improved Class Individualization

Relic · 09-23-2009, 02:18 AM

The reason I love & play Nodiatis so much is for the in-depth & unique character development. But, to me class bonuses or Runes just aren't enough to make a character an individual, some of them are just laughable (Aura Classes) or to insignificant to make any difference, and adding more skills just isn't the answer.

One great way to ensure unique and customized classes is Class Specific Skills, there have been numerous popular threads and suggestions about this, and this option would be an excellent choice.

Dual classes is another one, logical, fun, and very in-depth.
The option to choose a secondary class (or to choose your own class twice) is priceless, and leaves many options to work with, a sure fire way to make a character an individual.

Another fail-proof option is:
Marks of Power

Once achieving level 50, all players will be given a list of "Marks" to choose from, each with different effects, once chosen, this mark (You can only choose one) will be scarred into your skin, the effects are permanent, choose carefully...
(Your mark will be displayed in your character info page)
Examples:

Mark of the Warrior
+7% Melee damage

Mark of the Astronach
+7% To all magic damage (DD/DoT)

Mark of the Priest
+7% To all healing gems and effects

Mark of the Lucky
+7% to all crit chances (DD/Melee/Pet/Range)

Mark of the Tower
+7% to all successful hit chances (Melee/Range/Magic)

Mark of the Beast
+7% to all pet damage and effects.

Mark of the Wise
+7% to all EXP gains, passive and active.

Etc, etc, you get the idea.

I believe with a combination of these 3 options, the possibilities are ENDLESS.
-Relic

Sapreaver · 09-23-2009, 02:23 AM

Class skills are on the todo list

Marks of power seem like a Rip on dragon marks from ddo to be honest but it is still a good idea if these were put in I might join up again

RogueTigeR · 09-23-2009, 02:35 AM

2 thumbs up

Whiskeywarrior · 09-23-2009, 02:44 AM

Or have dual classes like most other games?

Say allow people to pick a secondary class at lvl 50 or something

Relic · 09-23-2009, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Whiskeywarrior

Or have dual classes like most other games?

Say allow people to pick a secondary class at lvl 50 or something

Also a very logical suggestion!
What we all lack is differentiation in classes, this would solve that problem.
Adding to original post, thanks WW.

RogueTigeR · 09-23-2009, 03:09 AM

I am really surprised Glitchless is not pushing this forward with all effort considering the fact that what makes this game so great and sets it apart from other games is the character development. A secondary class and/or marks of power would only strengthen the individuality and character development which we have all come expect from Nodiatis.

Relic · 09-23-2009, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by RogueTigeR

I am really surprised Glitchless is not pushing this forward with all effort considering the fact that what makes this game so great and sets it apart from other games is the character development. A secondary class and/or marks of power would only strengthen the individuality and character development which we have all come expect from Nodiatis.

It could not have been said better.
Thanks Rogue

09-23-2009, 03:53 AM

I would have thought the mark of the tower would increase defense but i digress.

Damn good idea.

RogueTigeR · 09-23-2009, 03:54 AM

This idea is following the natural progression of individual character development; it is not a question of will it, but a question of when.

All the sooner the better.

Relic · 09-23-2009, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Reejery

I would have thought the mark of the tower would increase defense but i digress.

Damn good idea.

It's just an example, but I was thinking when in a tower your sight and range has increased along with your accuracy, if using a bow.
Defense is more fitting.
Thanks for paying attention

09-23-2009, 04:42 AM

Np, for increase accuracy possibly something to do with hawks?

09-23-2009, 06:36 AM

thumbs up!!!!
XD

09-23-2009, 07:15 AM

Thumbs Up!

09-23-2009, 08:52 AM

What makes this game great for me is the Actual close feel it has towards a DnD type atmosphere,The all around Roleplay feel..Unlike the other 100s i have played..Nod has broght that true oldschool feel...Better even then DnD has like in the Storm series..Nod has so much potiential..it seems endless...Altho i fear its infinitness might outlast us...

zenga · 09-23-2009, 08:53 AM

Isn't this what runes are supposed to do?

Morzarka · 09-23-2009, 11:42 AM

I like the idea This would certainly turn the game Into something better!
Although you should beable to choose if the mark is hidden or shown imo!

09-23-2009, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by zenga

Isn't this what runes are supposed to do?

Just like offenders in Civil are SUPPOSED to be reported.

We all know how that turns out.

Edit: Thanks for the derep "z"

zenga · 09-23-2009, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by sherman

Edit: Thanks for the derep "z"

lol why would i derep you?

Relic · 09-23-2009, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Morzarka

I like the idea This would certainly turn the game Into something better!
Although you should beable to choose if the mark is hidden or shown imo!

That makes sense, and yeah I agree, something better and more interesting is not a bad thing.

Relic · 09-23-2009, 11:54 PM

Clones, everywhere.