Hybrid Exp Penality In Regard to Groups - Page 3

proge48 · #1 07-03-2010, 02:32 AM

I'm not really rushing to level 50, however when I'm trying to level then I want to do it as fast as I can. so I will try not to invite people that slow me down now.

mitic · #2 07-03-2010, 02:44 AM

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I'm not really rushing to level 50, however when I'm trying to level then I want to do it as fast as I can. so I will try not to invite people that slow me down now.

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Ruinous · #3 07-03-2010, 03:38 AM

Part of the original experience for me was taking in all of the content from level one to level fifty. I personally could care less how slow my xp is moving, as long as it's going in the right direction. I'm here to interact with other players again, not powergame my way through to the cap.

YendorLootmonkey · #4 07-03-2010, 09:21 AM

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Part of the original experience for me was taking in all of the content from level one to level fifty. I personally could care less how slow my xp is moving, as long as it's going in the right direction. I'm here to interact with other players again, not powergame my way through to the cap.

That's great... but if you're a hybrid, doesn't sound like you'll get a chance to interact with many of the players because the high percentage of min-maxers on this server will not want you in their group. Awesome.

Ruinous · #5 07-03-2010, 11:37 AM

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That's great... but if you're a hybrid, doesn't sound like you'll get a chance to interact with many of the players because the high percentage of min-maxers on this server will not want you in their group. Awesome.

I have still yet to hear a single complaint from fellow group mates about whether we invite a paladin/sk over a warrior. Personally, I'd still take the pally/sk over the warrior given the choice due to sheer ability to hold aggro on large pulls and "oh shit" moments. And RnF bitching aside, I'd say a good number of players feel the same or just don't care enough to avoid grouping with hybrids.

BeelzeBob · #6 07-03-2010, 09:52 AM

I'll take any hybrid in my group, as long as they contribute something. Even if all they can contribute is self-depreciating ranger jokes.

JxP · #7 07-03-2010, 10:43 AM

I will probably avoid groups with several hybrids in it. The only way I wouldn't care is if I was already 50, or I was in the area for loot.

darkblade717 · #8 07-03-2010, 07:37 PM

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I know that my Dwarf Paladin takes a 40% hit on experience and as much as I don't like I have learned to accept it. However, last night a douche bag that will remain nameless refused to invite me to a group because of it. Now don't get me wrong, I believe in the right of free association/disassociation and this is not why I call said douche bag a douche bag. That is beside the point anyway.

How do you guys feel about grouping with hybrid classes, particularly with Paladins, in light of the drain we are on group exp? Does the Paladin's skill set offset the penalty in your opinion?

A properly played classic Paladin tank can add a hell of a lot to the group in the way of stuns. Once Velious comes out they will be null and void because a good portion of Velious mobs are stun immune.

Striiker · #9 07-04-2010, 09:09 AM

I have no issues with hybrids in my groups. The sad reality however is that there are a LOT of people out there who would avoid having these players in the group. Last night in unrest we had a Dwarf Paladin in the group. When he left and was replaced, there was a very noticeable increase in the experience gains. We were all lvl 24 or 25 (he was 24). The pull rate remained the same etc. I was surprised at the difference. I only noticed because group members were commenting about it. Many said they were going to avoid the hybrids when possible.. ( I don't share his sentiment)
Personally, I think the penalties should be removed. They were removed from live when people learned about how it affects group xp gains and they started avoiding the hybrids and racial penalty players. We see that happening here now and it's only going to get worse. I would play with whomever regardless as I am here to have fun. I want to level quickly at times but I ignore that and just play

Grimfan · #10 07-04-2010, 09:37 AM

I agree that they should be removed. I realize that this server is not made for our enjoyment but rather as a challenge for the developers, however I would prefer to be able to enjoy it as well, and this hybrid xp hit has really hurt group leveling, something that I feel is what true classic eq is about, grouping.