But the person would need to go back to the city every time they want to enable and disable the flag. There should be no karma penalties for killing someone that flagged up. It would become a hassle and wouldn't prevent griefing.

Think of flagging up in a city more like joining a pvp faction. Members of that faction can kill each other without penalties. Other players can be killed as well but with penalty.

Griefing is a separate issue but the solution could be the increased respawn time or distance after being killed in pvp

Good job PA, idc about that shitty pvp in this game anyways, good on you for the marni <3

I hate pvp, im full pve enjoyer so i dont care for pvp changes. XD

The PvP players may not be the largest part of the community but I think its still a significant part.

These changes wont interfere with the PvE players in a significant manner. In fact I believe the situation will improve because PvP players will get another outlet.

Even if it does not improve it for sure wont get worse for PvE players.

And you dont have to care about PvP but you should care about the game as a whole if you like this game. So if these changes make the game more fun for PvP players without interfering with PvE players wouldnt that help the game as a whole thrive? So maybe people should care about PvP at least a litte bit.

I agree with the faction idea!

Not the rest.

Especially not resurect with Elion tear if killed by another player. If I'm killed while lifeskilling, fishing, gathering or other, I'd like to come back where I was and not have the long way to run.

Same if someone wants to steal my rotation and just kills me, it's legit that I stay where I was if I want to.

That's the purpose of the tears.

And about the karma, why would it decrease if you kill someone consecutively? When players come and harass me, why shouldn't they be punished for it?

Now if you're on a rotation and someone else is coming, that's another case that could be helped by another system, like a flag on the zone you're grinding: you can flag for 1 hour on the zone, so if you kill someone on that zone during this hour of grinding, you don't lose karma.

But for those who come on your rota and kill you, they lose karma, legit. That case is too often forgotten.

Thats why I said applying The respawn changes is optional for normal players. And you could still use your fairy tear.

At the very least I would restrict the usage of a Tear to a limited amount of times.

I dont like the idea of endlessly fighting someone for a spot because he is too stubborn. If 2 people want to continue fighting without walking back they can still start a duel.

This is debatable and may not be needed if people cant come back that often. I dont say there should be no cost at all but I think it would make sense to reduce the cost if killing someone consecutively. As to how much the cost decreases is a balancing issue.

What am i reading

A post about Open World PvP Content

I completely agree with the idea of reviving Open World PvP and introducing a PvP Faction in the game. Open World PvP has always been a thrilling aspect of MMOs, adding a sense of danger and excitement to the game world. Allowing players who enjoy PvP to engage in combat without penalties is a step in the right direction to cater to both PvE and PvP players.

The proposal of adding a PvP Faction through an NPC in each major city makes it accessible and convenient for players to join or leave the faction as they wish. Displaying a visible icon on the nameplate for faction members is an excellent idea, as it helps distinguish PvP players and enhances the immersion for all players.

Moreover, incentivizing PvP participation with a passive drop rate buff, similar to Arsha, is a great way to reward players who take on the risks of engaging in combat. This encourages more players to join the PvP Faction and adds value to the experience.

The suggested general PvP changes also contribute positively to the overall PvP environment. While not altering the Karma system significantly, decreasing the karma cost of consecutive kills and adding a delay to increasing karma cost when changing gear helps address issues like karma bombing and repeated griefing. These changes strike a good balance in making PvP more enjoyable without compromising the existing systems.

The Respawn Changes proposed for the PvP Faction players seem fair and necessary to prevent endless harassment of others. By disabling resurrection with Elion's Tear/Blessing and increasing respawn distances after each PvP-related death, the system discourages players from repeatedly targeting and harassing the same individuals.

The step-by-step explanation of how the PvP Faction would work is clear and easy to understand. The option to have a faction leaderboard and weekly quests for killing faction members adds depth to the PvP experience and gives players more goals to strive for.

Overall, this well-thought-out proposal addresses the concerns of PvP enthusiasts and provides a practical solution that coexists with PvE players without causing disruptions. Implementing these changes should reinvigorate the PvP scene and create a more engaging and dynamic gaming environment.

Additionally, I appreciate the additional information provided about the GM letter. Understanding the context and current state of the game helps reinforce the importance of introducing changes like the PvP Faction to enhance player interaction and enjoyment.

I hope this suggestion gains the attention it deserves, and both players and the development team recognize the value it brings to the game. Keep up the great work in contributing to the community and discussing ideas that can enrich the gaming experience for everyone!