Diametrix
Wavefront Industries
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Posted - 2011.12.03 02:41:00 -
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pmchem wrote:Scrapyard Bob wrote:pmchem wrote:
Your solution is basically just to reduce taxes, because that's what the end result would be. Which would re-introduce the gameplay/design problems which taxes are fixing. POCOs are here to stay -- highsec is low risk and therefore should be low reward, as repeatedly stated by the devs. It's time to adjust.
I think that would depend on how much it reduces the taxes. By 10% at level V? Probably not a big deal. A combination of skills + standing that cuts tariffs by 15%? Could be interesting, a reward for keeping high sec status. The skill would have to only apply to NPC-owned COs. High sec status the standard in highsec, not the exception. Having something like Caldari Faction standing at 9+ to get good Jita prices is a long, difficult grind which few traders finish. Having good sec status is comparatively trivial and commonplace -- even in nullsec, where pvp doesn't reduce sec status! I'd preach patience, and revisit the taxes and game mechanic in a few months after the markets and producers have had time to adjust. I think people will be pleasantly surprised.
Hmm, something has changed the temperature in this thread. Given the above, combined with what seems to be a degree of civility from your friend Cygnett [her agreement w/ another poster on common ground], I would suggest there could be a compramise brewing.
We all agree that if we wait and whatch how the current changes actually effect the economy, game environment, etc. that we will have clearer information to act upon?
That, given the very limited exposure we have had, there may value added to the system by building its complexity further (with the intent to increase profit and enjoyment to those willing to pursue it) via skills or standings or other enhancements?
I'm presuming we still agree with some commonly referenced tenats like Risk vs Reward, MMOs = intended multiple player interactions, and The Customer is always Right. All of the customers.
Damn, if we could just get the Legislative branch to play internet spaceships!
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