That's quite the paradox, how could you nerf nerf when the nerf is nerfed. But how would the nerf be nerfed when the nerf is nerfed? This allows the nerf not to be nerfed since the nerf is nerfed? But if the nerf isn't nerfed, it could still nerf nerfs. But as soon as the nerf is nerfed, the nerf power is lost. So paradoxally it the nerf nerf lost its nerf, while it's still nerfed, which cannot be because the nerf was unable to nerf.
You're throwing broken game mechanics, regular and actual overpowered game mechanics, bugs and perceived broken/overpowered game mechanics into one pot, and try to cook some catchy, polemic phrase out of it.
That's not very expedient.
Or, let me ask - what was the intent of this thread in the first place? Just getting acknowledgment?
If something is overpowered, it has to be brought back in line. There is no alternative. Otherwise everything will end up broken. Eventually.
BUT - not everything that is perceived as 'OP' is actually overpowered. And some things are just bugs.
Tbh the first couple of things the OP mentioned are indeed the reason why the game is too easy. This and the fact that it was easy way before the current power creep. Just not as obvious. Nowadays even a fully lobotomized braindead pug must try real hard to fail, once he's sufficiently 'geared' and has read through 1 or 2 guides.
That's where the sh## starts hitting the fan, so to speak.
I think I kinda understand the ulterior motives of the OP. As long as Cryptic refuses to implement and design some regular challenge, some difficult gameplay and endgame content, it's the bugs, broken game mechanics and flaws of the game that keep us entertained.
It's pretty much the only way to get a challenge, if NPCs are affected.
But imho that's the wrong approach. Don't settle for "come on! at least leave us the bugs!".
Demand some proper game design that doesn't rely on broken stuff to provide challenge or entertainment.
Regarding the BO3 - that's of course clearly not a bug, maybe a bit overpowered when double- or tripple tapped, probably working as intended.
But what it definitely is - hard to control or balance. With massive stacking like in STO, a game is ultimately impossible to balance from a PvP point of view.
If Cryptic really wants to promote PvP, then they have to get rid of ridiculously huge amplitudes of numerical values. And of overly exclusive/rare/expensive/musthave items. Otherwise it will always be perceived as 'unfair' or 'pay2win'.
Well, that's it. My 2cents. Got a bit sidetracked. Sorry for that.
Don't get me wrong. I'd like more challenge, I'd like more balance, I'd like more role-enforcement and teamplay / proper planning required. Just not 'replacement difficulty' in the form of badly designed or broken mechanics or whatnot, justified by a catchy phrase.
Wall of text is OP, plz condense
Also missing the point is OP, plz satire
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That's quite the paradox, how could you nerf nerf when the nerf is nerfed. But how would the nerf be nerfed when the nerf is nerfed? This allows the nerf not to be nerfed since the nerf is nerfed? But if the nerf isn't nerfed, it could still nerf nerfs. But as soon as the nerf is nerfed, the nerf power is lost. So paradoxally it the nerf nerf lost its nerf, while it's still nerfed, which cannot be because the nerf was unable to nerf.
Game is to easy, please buff. Though only challenge I really get are from elite stfs if I am not with good players, and the Voth ships around the contested area. Sometimes I breeze through their fleet of ships other times they waylay me into oblivion. There's no real middle ground here. It's either easy or hard.
Actually, Gal-R is still UP. Gal-X is OP. But OP can be fun.
In light of the fact that my day so far has consisted of unclogging 2 drains (and if you wonder what I unclogged from the drains, search back this thread for my post about Reactive Attachment Disorder, maybe Google it and imagine what inappropriate thing might be shoved down a bathroom drain) cleaning out 2 vents (had the shopvac out for the drain so while I was there), and chipping out a door that was frozen in ice (I'm just frikkin' DONE with winter!!!!!) and I still have to go to work, I think I could use some fun.
Imma take advantage of the Zen sale and buy the dang 3-pack when it comes out. Even if it isn't OP, saucer sep, phaser lance and cloak will still be fun. Even if it is on the ugliest Hero Ship in the franchise.
Fun is UP. Plz buff.
EDIT: Added link, and now I'm supposed to let the kids help make guacomole. Aiee.... Maybe I'll finally spring for the T1 Connie finally...
"Logic is a little tweeting bird chirping in a meadow. Logic is a wreath of pretty flowers which smell BAD." - Spock
Actually, Gal-R is still UP. Gal-X is OP. But OP can be fun.
In light of the fact that my day so far has consisted of unclogging 2 drains (and if you wonder what I unclogged from the drains, search back this thread for my post about Reactive Attachment Disorder, maybe Google it and imagine what inappropriate thing might be shoved down a bathroom drain) cleaning out 2 vents (had the shopvac out for the drain so while I was there), and chipping out a door that was frozen in ice (I'm just frikkin' DONE with winter!!!!!) and I still have to go to work, I think I could use some fun.
Imma take advantage of the Zen sale and buy the dang 3-pack when it comes out. Even if it isn't OP, saucer sep, phaser lance and cloak will still be fun. Even if it is on the ugliest Hero Ship in the franchise.
Fun is UP. Plz buff.
Ugh, not a good way to begin your day :mad:. Luckily it's friday. Plz Buff weekends.
That's quite the paradox, how could you nerf nerf when the nerf is nerfed. But how would the nerf be nerfed when the nerf is nerfed? This allows the nerf not to be nerfed since the nerf is nerfed? But if the nerf isn't nerfed, it could still nerf nerfs. But as soon as the nerf is nerfed, the nerf power is lost. So paradoxally it the nerf nerf lost its nerf, while it's still nerfed, which cannot be because the nerf was unable to nerf.
That's quite the paradox, how could you nerf nerf when the nerf is nerfed. But how would the nerf be nerfed when the nerf is nerfed? This allows the nerf not to be nerfed since the nerf is nerfed? But if the nerf isn't nerfed, it could still nerf nerfs. But as soon as the nerf is nerfed, the nerf power is lost. So paradoxally it the nerf nerf lost its nerf, while it's still nerfed, which cannot be because the nerf was unable to nerf.
That's quite the paradox, how could you nerf nerf when the nerf is nerfed. But how would the nerf be nerfed when the nerf is nerfed? This allows the nerf not to be nerfed since the nerf is nerfed? But if the nerf isn't nerfed, it could still nerf nerfs. But as soon as the nerf is nerfed, the nerf power is lost. So paradoxally it the nerf nerf lost its nerf, while it's still nerfed, which cannot be because the nerf was unable to nerf.
That's quite the paradox, how could you nerf nerf when the nerf is nerfed. But how would the nerf be nerfed when the nerf is nerfed? This allows the nerf not to be nerfed since the nerf is nerfed? But if the nerf isn't nerfed, it could still nerf nerfs. But as soon as the nerf is nerfed, the nerf power is lost. So paradoxally it the nerf nerf lost its nerf, while it's still nerfed, which cannot be because the nerf was unable to nerf.
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Hek is Gal, plz bat or X
I call it, the Stoutes paradox.
(or not...)
My character Tsin'xing
Wall of text is OP, plz condense
Also missing the point is OP, plz satire
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How many nerfs would a nerf-nerfer nerf if a nerf-nerfer could nerf nerfs?
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If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times:
STAY THE HECK OUTTA MY UNDERWEAR DRAWERS, MONKEYBONE!!!!!
The Nerf Bat's in the sock drawers anyways.
Now, OUT!!!!
I call it, the Stoutes paradox.
caps ARE NERF, PLZ op!!!!!
Join the Deltas today!
Actually, Gal-R is still UP. Gal-X is OP. But OP can be fun.
In light of the fact that my day so far has consisted of unclogging 2 drains (and if you wonder what I unclogged from the drains, search back this thread for my post about Reactive Attachment Disorder, maybe Google it and imagine what inappropriate thing might be shoved down a bathroom drain) cleaning out 2 vents (had the shopvac out for the drain so while I was there), and chipping out a door that was frozen in ice (I'm just frikkin' DONE with winter!!!!!) and I still have to go to work, I think I could use some fun.
Imma take advantage of the Zen sale and buy the dang 3-pack when it comes out. Even if it isn't OP, saucer sep, phaser lance and cloak will still be fun. Even if it is on the ugliest Hero Ship in the franchise.
Fun is UP. Plz buff.
EDIT: Added link, and now I'm supposed to let the kids help make guacomole. Aiee.... Maybe I'll finally spring for the T1 Connie finally...
Ugh, not a good way to begin your day :mad:. Luckily it's friday. Plz Buff weekends.
Hats are UP, plz use helmets!
I call it, the Stoutes paradox.
Everything that is OP plz Nerf...
Oh wait... no...
Everything that is OP plz leave as is...
Now, that's better...
Remember that quote from "Incredibles"? "When everyone is super, no one will be..."
And a helmet would not have kept my ears warm enough whie outside today. I'll keep my hat til it warms up. Then I'll trade it in for a Pimp Hat.
NOT UNTIL I GET TO HAVE MY FUN, DAMMIT!!!!!
signed,
The Borg
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The Scimitar is OP, plz buff! :P:D
I call it, the Stoutes paradox.
I call it, the Stoutes paradox.
I call it, the Stoutes paradox.