Semi-Classic

[Murferoo]

I'm not so sure about that Omaha. I'm not sure your giving enough weight to other variables that influence the speed of leveling. It's not just that you know how to play better than when you started, other people do as well.

A big time sink in classic was how much time was spent just trying to figure out where to go, how to get there, was it safe, looking things up on forums, etc..

The speed seems right to me, or very close anyway, within a 10 percent margin of error anyway.

By the way, I didn't take your post badly at all. I thought it was constructive, informative and helpful. I really wish people would stop lynching anyone who has questions about how things are. It's not necessary. And I think the devs. need to avoid the cynicism that grows/breeds despite your best efforts when dealing with a player base.

Sometimes things really should just be taken at face value without assuming or thinking there is some deeper meaning or subtle jab.

[JaVeDK]

Originally Posted by Murferoo [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

By the way, I didn't take your post badly at all. I thought it was constructive, informative and helpful. I really wish people would stop lynching anyone who has questions about how things are. It's not necessary. And I think the devs. need to avoid the cynicism that grows/breeds despite your best efforts when dealing with a player base.

Sometimes things really should just be taken at face value without assuming or thinking there is some deeper meaning or subtle jab.

I am in complete agreement with the above statement. I am generally disappointed at how rude a lot of people are on these boards (and in /ooc). It is definitely not what I was expecting from what one must assume is a more mature crowd than in other mmorpgs.

OP: Valid questions and observations. As has been said, try to enjoy all the things that are classic and have fun.

Aeolwind: Good answers and amazing work on this project. I know a lot of people will hate me for suggesting this, but if you feel yourself growing frustrated and bitter I'd take a break man.

[Excision Rottun]

Originally Posted by Murferoo [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I'm not so sure about that Omaha. I'm not sure your giving enough weight to other variables that influence the speed of leveling. It's not just that you know how to play better than when you started, other people do as well.

A big time sink in classic was how much time was spent just trying to figure out where to go, how to get there, was it safe, looking things up on forums, etc..

Another factor is that people know how to maximize their respective classes more in each individual setting, as well as knowing what gear to wear and where to get it.

I know I have been in various "non-classic" groups using pets to tank, all caster kiting groups etc

From my experience these were less common in classic originally as people just weren't aware of the different possibilities other than the "holy trinity" groups.