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evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2011.09.11 14:05:00 -
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I support the ability to change a character's name, I do have some issues with some of the options you listed in your post.
However, CCP should determine the functionality of changing character names.
For all those who would argue that they can't track someone because of corp theft or whatever, do you realize how easy it is to create an alt on an existing account? Yes, you can require an API key. Or create a trial account and just start a new character? Doesn't take any skillpoints to be a corp thief. I can buy another character just as easy. So it seems like both of these are much easier ways to get around 'player identity' than changing the character's name.
This seems like the perfect opportunity for an infusion of money to CCP, just like the now outdated money a picture change, I would pay to change my name.
As another suggestion, you could create a new forum and require people to post there. |
evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2011.09.15 21:04:00 -
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As to my suggestion ao name change forum, similar to the character bazaar.
An easily searchable forum where when a name is changed, you have to post.
*sample post*
Name changed from anewb to noob.
*end sample post*
I think it is unnecessary, but everyone seems to believe they can stalk the person whom first podded them based on their character name.
If you are so scared about people scamming you then don't accept characters that have had name changed, seems like a simple policy to me.
*sample policy*
recruitment note - we will not be accepting characters whom have used the name change feature within the last 6 months.
*end sample policy*
I propose that everyone for this ability demonstrate how easy it is to scam those whom are against the ability using one of the other ways. Like creating a trial alt, creating a regular alt, buying a new charater using the character transfer, hire someone to do it, or become a corp thief with your main. I think that covers it, but I'm sure there are other creative people out there.
On the issue of lowsec pirates, maybe check their sec status? Check local and see if anyone has GCC? Seems like a whole lot less work than remembering a dozen names.
I've had several characters over the years and most who knew me then still call me by my origional character's name.
If reputation based on character name is so important to you, then don't chage your name! |
evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2011.09.19 13:20:00 -
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With CCP needing additional revenue sources, this seems like a home run. It would seem it should be easy to implement. I would think it could even be implemented using the petition system and require that much less programming to make it automated.
With all of the nay-sayers whom complain of reputation and corp thieft, I still don't see any potential argument that would justify not allowing this feature. There are simply to many other ways to become someone else, this would simply become yet another way.
The only 'problem' I see with it is people changing their name from anewb to znewb so they're not primary.... It still makes CCP money and it will allow you to make fun of people with names like zzzzzzzzzznewb. |
evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2011.09.22 13:54:00 -
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CCP Spitfire wrote:7.The new owner of the character may NOT pass himself off as the original owner.
That is from the rules in the Character Bazaar forum. Your 'sins' are kept even if you change your name. That is what negative sec status is for, kill rights, and with the proper implementation of this feature you can find out if the character was a thief.
I think this would add to the flavor of tracking down a thief, they want to change their name to avoid being tracked down. It seems like it is pretty easy do to IRL, so why not in Eve? Another possible feature, rather than an aka tab why not require an agent lookup that can say this character has gone by these names in the past? Adds flavor and RP value.
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evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2011.09.23 13:10:00 -
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Kaelie Onren wrote:Paulize Dn'Injer wrote:Stuff Stuff
Maybe you should both define sins.
Killrights? Corp Thieft? Negative security status? Being a ****? |
evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2011.09.26 13:26:00 -
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Paulize Dn'Injer wrote:Ehehe, I forgot to add the "Private Investigation" concept to the "Debated Features" Section, but it's updated now!
So... how about a rant: Only two CSM members have posted in this threadnaught. Both were post-and-runs and showed no attempt at understanding the topic either. Clearly, vote Paulize Dn'Injer for CSM! (Well, maybe not seriously)
I would like to at least see some constructive feedback from them not 'No I can't make fun of people if they can change thier name.' or 'Already tried, don't want to try again because I'm lazy and in it for the free trip' I know there will be those for and against, I would, however, like to see an attempt being made. |
evilphoenix
Gods of War LLC
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Posted - 2012.05.18 15:54:00 -
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I still like this.
Also we can now have three word names, this wasn't an option for many of us. |
evilphoenix
Gods of War Inc
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Posted - 2012.07.23 18:20:00 -
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Has anyone approached one of the CSMs on this? |
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