have you preordered MotU? why?

[garlor]

I'm somewhat interested in the expansion but so far the information I have about what it will contain is aproximately 0, no screenshots, no videos no amount of quests it will contain, in short is like marrying with someone I have never seen nor talked to, so I'd like to know why people who has preordered it has done so, most specifically the 30$ version since this one gives no actual benefit

[Deadlock]

As a VIP I wasn't interested in the bundled packs and even less interested in the OUTRAGE!!! posts about VIP's being shafted yet again because other people get stuff that we already have.

But I was interested in the Greater Learning Tomes and the Lesser Learning Tomes for all of my other characters in perpetuity.

Simple arithmetic and it was all I needed to justify the purchase. Apparently there are some drow-related quests coming in June that you get for free with the Tomes too, which is nice.

PS - If you can marry someone, then divorce them if you decide you don't like the look of them, and both events together only costs you $30 then you're a legend.

[Dandonk]

I'm a DDO addict. There is new stuff, therefore I buy. Am I smart? No. Addict? Yes.

:)

Anyway, I bought the CE because it also gave me lesser tomes of learning for my altoholic tendencies. Me likey.



Also... I've purchased games I saw SS's from, and read much more about before. Most of them actually ended up falling very short of the expectations I got from the promotion material. So I don't put much store in that kind of stuff anymore.*

* Case in point: SW: TOR.

[TheGuyYouKnow]

i have alot of alts and having xp tomes and an xp potion every time you reincarnate is fantastic

[whitehawk74]

Stop thinking and "Trust in the Devs" :)

I bought it because it was there.

[BoBach]

______

[windchant]

no..because dIII, nwn ol and gw2 are coming..and they cost less then 80 to buy..

yes.. because this is the only dnd mmo out there before nwn ol release...

[Crann]

no..because dIII, nwn ol and gw2 are coming..and they cost less then 80 to buy.

So does the expansion.

Yes here, the tomes alone were worth it.

[MorningStarSE]

Yes, because the new games doesn't interest me much and I usually pre-o xpac from the game I'm currently playing. Also I like the fluff..

[windchant]

So does the expansion.

Yes here, the tomes alone were worth it.

true, according to the price set by turbine they "worth" it. but do you really need exp tome, pet, hireling and mask to play this game? i don't think so.. though i did buy it, because i want druid and i can't wait

[Grosbeak07]

I don't think is has been mentioned before in this thread, but...

Learning Tomes. Lots of them. ;)

[Nyxianne]

http://underdark.ddo.com/en/info

A link to what's in the new expansion. Plus, once I find it again, there's a link somewhere showing a lil video of the druid class transforming.. I'll add it once I find it.

But in case you don't want to clicky, MotU will have what looks like at least 3 new quests (1 being a raid), the long awaited Druid class, more challenge quests, and the long awaited rise from lvl 20-25. Plus it's not a mandatory rise, you can still stay lvl 20 and TR!

As far as why I bought the preorder, I'm not ashamed to say a large part of it was the creature companions! They're freakin' adorable! Oh and the learning tomes were cool too.

Edit: Found the Druid transformy link! http://underdark.ddo.com/druid
And as a bonus, a link to a thread with what looks like accurate speculation on what the druid spells will be: http://forums.ddo.com/showthread.php?p=4347623#post4347623

[Ziindarax]

The greater tomes of learning were a major reason for grabbing the expansion. It's made leveling a legend toon a bit less painful. :)

Also, the big cat is the best hireling in the game, bar-none.

Additionally, the new content has me curious.

[MrkGrismer]

Finally having some new stuff for my capped characters to do and being able to 'level' them again + lesser tome of learning for every character now and in the future + level 20 gold-seal panther for every character now and in the future + (+1 to all skills) cosmetic mask for every character now and in the future > $80 in my book.

If it was just the expansion, I probably wouldn't have pre-ordered.

[Crann]

true, according to the price set by turbine they "worth" it. but do you really need exp tome, pet, hireling and mask to play this game? i don't think so.. though i did buy it, because i want druid and i can't wait

You don't NEED anything of these things to play the game, or even NEED to play the game at all.

Those things sure are nice though.

Grind out a few lives, and then place a point value on a Greater Learning tome.

The collector's edition package is not for everyone, and some may not find the value in it that others do.

But a question was asked, and I answered it. I valued that package enough to purchase it. If it were not for the package, I would have waited for the content to be released before paying for it.

[Aeolwind]

I enjoy the game and love the Realms outright more than DDO, the big pack speeds up leveling of alts that I play when my static group isn't around, and I get to see the beta and the enhancement trees earlier.

If Turbine screws up the Realms, I may end up really annoyed.

[herzkos]

nope, haven't purchased it yet. still mostly on the fence about it.
1) i kinda like the perqs that come with the $80 package.
2) I'd rather buy the stuff piecemeal than do the $30 package.
3) i'd kick myself if i bought the middle package and didn't pony up
the extra dough for the CE.

I haven't been entirely happy with the direction the game has gone
lately so I feel it would be financially irresponsible of me to spend more money on
the game when it is entirely likely I won't be playing past the completion of my current project.

[moomooprincess]

1. I had been a VIP and recently dropped to Premium.

2. I needed all of the packs but one. I forget which one(Sentinels?), the rest I needed. Still, after purchase I have yet to run them because I already ran them when I was VIP.

3. I am money ahead by purchasing the pack because for one year I would have paid $120, I just paid $80 and I have a ton of stuff to run, I still save $40.

4. For the $80 I was given TWO tomes of greater learning since I bought before all the bug fixes.

5. For $80 I was given 2000 TP, which is no big deal. But a little kicker.



Moral of the story, I was fortunate that I recently went to Premium and this happened. It just seemed like to good of a deal to pass up. No idea what the point of a companion is at this time. But I want to BUY that kobold companion.

[garlor]

so I see the main reason for most people are the tomes of learning, anyone has a good reason to buy the 30$ pack?

and thx for the answers

[danotmano1998]

I bought it for the Tomes of learning.
It helped my decision to buy with them screaming "Buy now for immediate in-game bonuses!" on every ad..

So I did.
But those "immediate" in game bonuses were more like.. "wait a while so we can fix this" bonuses, which EVENTUALLY became "immediate" when they were fixed and working as intended.

Do I regret it?
Nope. TR'ing is far less painful with the xp bonuses. It was a good investment for that alone.
The new content will be here when it gets here, and I'll get excited after:

1. They release it.
2. Beta testing is done and bug reports are submitted.
3. It goes live.
4. Our forumites find the bugs.
5. Turbine fixes it.
6. Turbine fixes their "fixes"
7. It becomes playable for the most part.

[Crann]

so I see the main reason for most people are the tomes of learning, anyone has a good reason to buy the 30$ pack?

and thx for the answers

Epic Destinies is a pretty strong selling point for me as well. Your progress beyond level 20 is dependant upon having that.

The $30 bundle gives you the 3 new quests, Epic Destinies, and a lesser tome (which is still nice). Each of those things purchased separately will total more than $30.00.

[Crann]

Epic Destinies is a pretty strong selling point for me as well. Your progress beyond level 20 is dependant upon having that.

The $30 bundle gives you the 3 new quests, Epic Destinies, and a lesser tome (which is still nice). Each of those things purchased separately will total more than $30.00.

Edit: Forgot the free greater xp potion per character and one for each new character forever.

[der_kluge]

I'm in this game for the long haul. It's conceivable I'll continue to play it 10 years from now.

That said, I wanted druid, and I wanted to go to Forgotten Realms. Both alone were worth the price of admission for me.

I also wanted epic levels, though that wasn't the key selling point for me. But the learning tomes are definitely a nice thing to have - especially on a 3rd life character, which is what I'm working on right now.

[MrFister]

I bought the $30 pre-order.

I don't care about cosmetics.
I don't care about the packs.
I play a max of 4 characters and don't create more, so I don't need tomes4life.

I don't want to wait 2 months to play the new content.

[GreatOwl]

Only reason I went with the $80 CE was the tomes; if you have multiple toons and TR a lot they are totally worth it.

If tomes hadn't been there I still would have bought the $30 base version. I like the game and see myself continuing playing for quite some time, so having new stuff to play is a great prospect. There is no question in my mind I would have bought the expansion stuff at some point anyway just like I bought everything else in the game. Finally, I wanted to be able to play exp content at relise instead of having to wait for almost two months, especially since come September my play time will be considerably less.

[Pewf]

For me, it was a spur of the moment ''Omg! DDO's first expansion! Must have it noaawww!"

It wasn't until later that I realized that I may have bought something that could be filled with bugs, not worth it, etc.

Well here is to hoping. The xp tome was nice, along with guarantee beta access, and getting the content in June instead of August I guess too. :rolleyes:

[ChiliBean]

I'm f2p and own all the quests. I bought 11400 points (triple point sale) for $59.99 on Mar 30 and going to use them to buy MotU when it's released with plenty of points for any other quests released throughout the year and maybe next year too.

[AZgreentea]

I bought the CE because I said I would if it contained the Druid class. I am a forum troll of my word.

Really though, the CE gave me the option to buy the 11k point pack, which takes care of my TP needs (theoretically) through 2013 when you factor in how much of the 2012 content I also purchased. Throw on the bonus xp to the many, many alts I have (and will have) that have languished below lvl 6 while I got my first character to cap and FvS favor (about 20 months of work).

The free panther gold seal hireling saves me a bit of TP and the exclusive creature companions are fun.

Thats why I bought the CE.

[Zyerz]

I'm somewhat interested in the expansion but so far the information I have about what it will contain is aproximately 0, no screenshots, no videos no amount of quests it will contain, in short is like marrying with someone I have never seen nor talked to, so I'd like to know why people who has preordered it has done so, most specifically the 30$ version since this one gives no actual benefit

I preordered it because it's the first expansion to come to DDO, and I know turbine will make an amazing thing. Also, even If I am VIP, someday if I cant pay the subscription, I would have the basic packs and the druid to keep going a while until I pay the subscription again. Its also to show my appreciation to the developers for making this amazing game. I've been here since the beginning and it's the only game I play really (I occasionally log on and play LOTRO or console games) but DDO is my main.

As for screenshots, there are quite a few out there... Look for them. There are druid screenshots, druid transformation video, some quest screenshots, etc. They have some of em on the motu webpage if you wanna look. As for amount of quests. Judging by the name, the fact its an expansion and not an update or Mod which adds few stuff; it's gonna be big. I wouldnt worry. Also, they mentioned after initial release that they'd add more content for update 14, so eventually, or maybe even initially, MotU may be as big as the initial Stormreach mod when DDO came out.

[Hambo]

As a VIP I wasn't interested in the bundled packs and even less interested in the OUTRAGE!!! posts about VIP's being shafted yet again because other people get stuff that we already have.

But I was interested in the Greater Learning Tomes and the Lesser Learning Tomes for all of my other characters in perpetuity.

Simple arithmetic and it was all I needed to justify the purchase. Apparently there are some drow-related quests coming in June that you get for free with the Tomes too, which is nice.

PS - If you can marry someone, then divorce them if you decide you don't like the look of them, and both events together only costs you $30 then you're a legend.

^ This.

I bought the deluxe package even though the included action packs are worse than useless to me and I don't really care about cosmentic pets.

I saw a figure of 950TP/lesser tome of learning. Rounding this to 1000TP I calculated that the 21,000TP just for my 21 Alts on Orien (I have at least 2 Alts on each server) cost a lot more than the expansion. If I waited and saved my 500TP allowance it would take 3 1/2 years to get that amount.

Besides, it was fun taking the Onyx Figurine into Korthos to relive it's kittenhood :D

[Uska]

Support turbine learning tomes spider mask Pets beta

[brian14]

I did not pre-order the bundle.

I did buy one Greater Tome of Learning.

I guess my priorities are different. :)

[grayham]

I'm somewhat interested in the expansion but so far the information I have about what it will contain is aproximately 0, no screenshots, no videos no amount of quests it will contain, in short is like marrying with someone I have never seen nor talked to, so I'd like to know why people who has preordered it has done so, most specifically the 30$ version since this one gives no actual benefit

I bought it because I have liked everything Turbine have brought out since I started playing, to a greater or lesser extent. I think your marriage analogy is flawed, since you're already familiar with DDO in the main. We have no reason to believe the expansion will be radically different, and I have no reason not to trust Turbine based on previous form. I think if you want a more successful analogy perhaps it's like buying a car from a manufacturer whose cars you already know and use.

[Perceval]

I bought it because I support the game. If turbine sold an expansion that included only a pile of manure and stuff I would get for free anyway I would still buy it. Oh wait, I did... guess I proved my point.

[J1NG]

I wanted access to the Epic Levels when it comes out without delay...

Oh and the Pets too. :p

J1NG

[Phoenix-daBard]

motu will have what looks like at least 3 new packs (1 being a raid),

ftfy

[Drakos]

Yes I bought the expansion pack in fact I bought two Collectors Editions, both with the 11k TP, and two of the $40 packs. All but one CE were gifts for family and friends.

Why? Why not! I am VIP which means I normally can'buy quest packs, this allowed me to buy the quests; plus all the perks and access prior to August etc... it was a good deal

[Ralmeth]

I'm VIP and bought the $30 pre-order. Why?

Tome of Learning:
I primarily play one main character that I really like, so with the $30 pack I got a lesser tome of learning. I combined this with an upgrade to a greater tome when Turbine had a 50% sale on the upgrade. As soon as I had that, I TRd immediately and have been having fun leveling up since. I have no need for multiple tomes on multiple characters, so the one tome worked great for me. Any other character I make will likely stay a first life toon.

New Content
I want to play the new content when it first comes out. I don't want to wait until August, get into groups where everyone already knows the content inside and out and you just spend your time running to keep up. Instead, I want to form up parties and guide/lead/experience them with a group of other people who haven't played them either. The quality of the quests that Turbine has been making lately, including the three new ones, have been excellent! So my expectation is that the new adventures in the Forgotten Realms will be awesome as well. Also, once my character gets into the Forgotten Realms, I'm not going back to Eberron ;)

[karsion]

Bought Collector's Edition. Between the tomes of learning and black panthers that was a no-brainer.

[Nyvn]

http://massively.joystiq.com/2012/02/27/going-inside-dungeons-and-dragons-online-menace-of-the-underdar/

There you go screen shots.

[Lost_Leader]

Bought the $80 pack because of the tomes. Otherwise would've bought the $30. The tomes were worth the investment for me, as I play quite a few characters and TR quite a bit. I would've bought the tomes anyways if they weren't in the pack, so buying the full version was a no brainer for me.

[Maxallu]

Cause money ain't a thang.

[Alaunra2010]

in short is like marrying with someone I have never seen nor talked to

Dear Garlor,

Your analogy is actually quite good. Buying the expansion sight unseen is like marrying your pen pal: If you've written to them long enough, you can rest easy. You know them. You can trust them. You will love them no matter what, accepting what is good, and helping to heal what is broken.

Is it completely logical or rational?

Nope!

Then again, when was love ever completely logical or rational?

--Alaunra

[Nyvn]

http://www.gamespot.com/features/druids-and-driders-dandd-online-heads-to-the-forgotten-realms-6370289/

And a video.

[Cendaer]

On one hand, I feel kinda stoopid, because when the expansion finally drops, I actually don't expect to have even a single character of high enough level to play in the expansion area. Too many characters at mid-levels on TR's, too many alts, and a lack of determined focus. I probably won't even take a character into MoTU content until about six months after its release.

Since I purchased the expansion, I've taken out my cosmetic pets once each, looked at them, named them, and haven't taken them out again since. I'm not a huge fan of "cosmetic fluff" in video games, so they're already collecting dust. I might take them out for a screenshot or something like that at some point in the future, but I'll probably forget I even have them, and they won't be included in the shot.

The Spider Mask is absolutely pointless on my casters, since my favorite casters already have the glowing circlet from the DDO Store. Though the bonuses from the two items are different types according to their descriptions, the buffs from the two items over-write each other, thus rendering one of the two items as a total waste of $$$ and inventory space forevermore on those characters.

The included adventure packs are pointless, since I'm still a VIP (please don't mock me!). I suppose it will be nice to have them added to my account, just in case I ever decide to drop the VIP subscription, but then I'm not expecting it to work that seamlessly. I expect I'd have to deal with customer service to have them activated after-the-fact, and besides, I don't intend to drop the VIP subscription in the near future (don't judge me!).

Veteran status? Heh.

The figurine of wondrous power is pretty cool, but again, it's gonna be a while before I have a character doing level 18-20 quests again, where they could use it without incurring an xp penalty. Currently, there are only 25 quests in which you could use the figurine without an xp penalty.

The 2,000 TP's is kinda nice, since I've been using them quite a bit lately. I've been finding myself solo'ing a lot of quests lately, probably due to their decline in popularity. I'm nostalgic though, so I still like to run them. Sometimes I find myself having to use TP's to cover my butt when I forget things like vital spell components or potions.

The tomes of learning for all my characters is definitely nice, even though I'm one of the weirdos who likes playing thru the game, and feel that it progresses quickly enough. However, there is enough xp in the game now, that I don't worry about wasting a bit here and there by adventuring with my saved-up xp maxed out.

I am looking forward to playing a Druid, I might even be excited. I doubt that a Druid will ever become my favorite character to play, since they've never been one of my favorites while playing PnP DnD, but I'm highly intrigued, and expect to enjoy what DDO team has done to bring the class "to life."

So, why did I pay for the CE pre-order?

Quite simply for the reason that I enjoy DDO (sometimes more than others), and since I feel like I'm getting my money's worth, I have no qualms about paying them for something now, for delivery at a later time. I've been mostly happy with Turbine's product for quite a few years, and expect nothing less from them in the future, so I'm comfortable with paying for more than I expect to use.

Quite frankly, I justify it in my mind by considering it a "tip," much like I'd give to my favorite server at my favorite gnosh spot. They give me enjoyment, I give them money. Isn't that what money's for?

[BladeTricks]

VIP, bought the $30 package because I want to concentrate on a couple characters and therefore didn't find unlimited lesser tomes were worth the extra 50 bucks.

Bought it to gain XP playing epics, play a lvl 25 sorc and generally be awesome.

[learst]

So, why did I pay for the CE pre-order?

Quite simply for the reason that I enjoy DDO (sometimes more than others), and since I feel like I'm getting my money's worth, I have no qualms about paying them for something now, for delivery at a later time. I've been mostly happy with Turbine's product for quite a few years, and expect nothing less from them in the future, so I'm comfortable with paying for more than I expect to use.

Quite frankly, I justify it in my mind by considering it a "tip," much like I'd give to my favorite server at my favorite gnosh spot. They give me enjoyment, I give them money. Isn't that what money's for?

I haven't bought the pre-order yet, but I'm planing too and likely going for the basic version since I'm VIP. While the cosmetic stuff might be nice, the adventure packs and the XP tomes are not use to me and I don't think they're worth $50. However, I do support Turbine and that is the reason I'm staying VIP - I don't really feel the need to scrimp and save $10 when I enjoy DDO. Sure it might be a bit more expensive as how many premium folks like to brag on how much they save, but like you said it's kinda like leaving a little tip after a nice meal. :)

[Cardoor]

Battlecat was the number one reason I went with the $80 option.

[MsEricka]

I ordered it cuz I could, about 2 minutes after the update was released in fact.

Turbine doesn't give us sneak peeks. Never has, never will. If you're unsure then don't buy it until after it's released. It's as simple as that.

As a note, I'm ViP and I bought the $80 package for two accounts.

[Crann]

...the adventure packs and the XP tomes are not use to me and I don't think they're worth $50...

The difference between the Collector's Edition and base is $50.00, but take into consideration that the CE nets you 2000TP.

The difference in the value of the packs is not truly $50.00 then.

And the cat is just that cool:)

[Vekseid]

I do 3 month VIP subscriptions, let them run out, buy a few things on sales over a couple weeks, rinse, repeat. I'll probably drop VIP for good eventually.

I got the collector's pack for unlimited tomes and the battlecat. Since I'm still new, I didn't have any of the other content unlocked, either, so it was a pretty good deal.

[Atremus]

...so I'd like to know why people who has preordered it has done so, most specifically the 30$ version since this one gives no actual benefit


Pre Ordered the day it was available for such a thing.

Did buy the CE pack though due to Learning Tomes though. Those pretty much sold me the package.

[mpetrarca]

Here is my two cents on the pre-sale packages. First, I am no uber player, I am a premium player with 4 toons on one server that has already bought all the current content. So here are my thoughts on the packages:

• Tome of learning, I only want one for the toon I am working towards completionist, but with the bravery bonus I am quite happy with the XP having not to farm quest to level, besides at level 17 I almost have 3000 total favor which earned me almost 750 turbine points.
• The cosmetic pets, don’t do anything for me and the game already has enough lag without adding something that has no real use in the game.
• The old quest packs, I already paid cash once, I am not paying a second time for something I already own.
• Do I really want to pay so much for more bugged content? Sorry, but I have played other MMO’s, including LOTRO, and DDO is the most bugged game I have ever seen.

Those are my big issues with the presale packages, however I do think Turbines marketing department is about as good as the quality assurance department. Firstly, having the VIP’s buy the package is really bad marketing, VIPs have always gotten all the content and now to make them buy content on top of the VIP fee is just plain wrong. I myself would add another tier of VIP and for one or two dollars more a month the new content would be included. The packages I think should have several groups of choices that you can pick from and build the package that is best for you.

I have yet to buy a package, but if I do it will be the cheapest one.

[Neryen]

I preordered because I
A) Have the money at this time.
B) Will use the pre-order benefits.
C) Am fully willing to support the development team of this game by purchasing their product. The work they have done so far is really good, even though a vocal minority will pick out one of two flaws in the game and bash it hard on the forums. Overall, I spend a large amount of my free time playing this game, and hope to continue doing so. If my purchase helps the Devs get more support from the marketing team to get more content into the game so that I can pay for it, then sure.

Many people seem to get a feeling of entitlement on MMOs, while DDO may have a free to play option, they are not free to make or run.

[Uska]

no..because dIII, nwn ol and gw2 are coming..and they cost less then 80 to buy..

yes.. because this is the only dnd mmo out there before nwn ol release...

See for myself none of those are appealing and wouldn't be even if they were free especially the last two

[Bekki]

Not yet, but I am...

For 79.99

You get benefits that far exceed the face value.

+30% tome...
The + 10% tome on ALL CHARACTERS... FOREVER!
I'm an admitted Alt-a-Holic... This to me is awesome!

Add to that I am a very casual player so anything that can help
Me keep up with my friends is a win/ win in may book.

2,000 Turbine points (This alone is worth a $25.00 Game card from the store)

Vets status 4 & Vets status 7... On All servers... Oh Yeah.

The wondrous figurine...

The exclusive pet...

Two Challenge quest packs...

The Elite spider Mask...

And last but not least... Access to DRUID!

Echrich of Premium perspective did a great breakdown of the Value...
On DDOCAST, and I have to say... As one who had to drop from VIP
to F2P... I am very thankful to be able to take advantage of this...

[Seikojin]

I was initially sold because I thought the expansion tomes were levelling tomes, not exp boosters. But before I bought it, I figured the amount of content in point value alone was worth the purchase.

Even after I figured out my n00b mistake on the tomes, I still like the purchase enough to say it was worth it.

That combined with the cake for 6th year makes things a lot easier in terms of building up. I will soon cap out my slot allotment, make a few druids, and have something of everything when I tr some into other classes for rounding it all out.

Many of the perks are definitely worth the cost IMHO.

[Chai]

I bought it for the mathematical deal + learning tomes on all toons + less hassle for all access to the new content and character class on the day of release.

The figurine panther hireling is fairly useful when soloing challenges. It cripples the archer and caster AI to half movement speed and they become easily killable.

[Gratch]

Bought the $50 for the single Greater tome (one completionist toon) and most of the content I wanted (including druids and challenges and 1000TP over the base pack).

Plus I've been here from the start - about time for an expansion.

Though I'm probably most excited about the build possibilities (and hopefully parity after a few patches/updates) of full 3 PRE's for every class. Even though that part goes to anyone running the game.

[sdrocky]

Tomes. That was the clincher for me. Got the ce for my son as well.

[LongshotBro]

I'm a huge geek for anything D&D. The expansion looks cool, there's a lot of new stuff, and the CE looked like a good deal for a bunch of neat doodads. I felt like I wouldn't feel bad spending the money on it because DDO is fun to play so I went for it.

[goodspeed]

naw I like to bide time and wait for sales. Be they 20% off or the spend so much and get 30% off deals.

Plus I figure it'll take awhile to hammer out all the resulting bugs both in new and old content. So I figure Ive got time in spades. Also helps other games are coming out at the same time so boredom won't be a factor either.

[sly_1]

No.

Because we still don't know if druids will have access to the natural spell feat, and because we still have less than 0 idea of how lvls 21-25 will be handled, if they will resemble pnp epic levels, or what.

All indications are that Druids won't get natural spell (which for me, personally, will likely cause me to lose interest in the class), and because I would prefer a normal implementation of epic levels as opposed to some kludged together "generic progression" that provides "epic enhancements" that seem to be hinted at.

[Aelonwy]

Just got my CE yesterday. Mostly for the tomes. I'm an altaholic with 12 alts on my main server and a handful of others on the other servers, so the tomes looked extra juicy considering I will receive one for every character I ever make on any server. The panther hireling is nice, but not useable for soooo much of a characters leveling (1-17). The mask is ok i guess. The cosmetic pets.... eh *shrug*...they don't really matter much to me and in fact the cutest is the kobold which you would have to purchase separately.

Getting all the MOTU content in one swipe and not having to wait like I usually do as a premium while the VIPs enjoy early access (as happens with the usual updates) will be nice as well.

[WruntJunior]

No.

Because we still don't know if druids will have access to the natural spell feat, and because we still have less than 0 idea of how lvls 21-25 will be handled, if they will resemble pnp epic levels, or what.

All indications are that Druids won't get natural spell (which for me, personally, will likely cause me to lose interest in the class), and because I would prefer a normal implementation of epic levels as opposed to some kludged together "generic progression" that provides "epic enhancements" that seem to be hinted at.

Actually, most information we've seen has indicated that natural spell is incorporated into the Druid class rather than a separate feat...partially considering that the spellcasting version of the druid is apparently integrated with elemental-forms.

That said, I bought the CE edition mainly for the infinite tomes...I've already used 10 tomes, so to me the purchase has paid for itself for the most part...and I would be buying the expansion anyways just for new content to play with my friends and guildies (and hopefully a very difficult level 25 raid).

[MrkGrismer]

Actually, most information we've seen has indicated that natural spell is incorporated into the Druid class rather than a separate feat...partially considering that the spellcasting version of the druid is apparently integrated with elemental-forms.

Indeed, we've seen videos of the Druid casting spells in wolf form, and not wolf-form specific spells.

The natural spell feat was always kind of a stupid feat, it was one of those 'you must take this feat' things, so making it a class feature is a better idea. Otherwise all they would be doing is taking a feat away from druid.

[Gkar]

But I was interested in the Greater Learning Tomes and the Lesser Learning Tomes for all of my other characters in perpetuity.

Simple arithmetic and it was all I needed to justify the purchase.

Yup, this was it for me. As a returning player I looked at that and jumped. What the heck, new quests which will probabaly have fun new toys are good, but the perma xp boost, that did it! I kind of liked the L20 goldseal hireling pet too.

[Machination]

I'm somewhat interested in the expansion but so far the information I have about what it will contain is aproximately 0, no screenshots, no videos no amount of quests it will contain, in short is like marrying with someone I have never seen nor talked to, so I'd like to know why people who has preordered it has done so, most specifically the 30$ version since this one gives no actual benefit

I bought the top of the line one, for the following reasons (in no specific order):

1. XP tomes, points bundle, pots, etc. that come with it are a decent package deal. I am happy to commit because I can use all this stuff now before the pack comes out.

2. I've been playing the game long enough (since release), I'm confident that the content will, at best be fantastic, at worst be mediocre. If you take history as a guide, of everything ever released only the Black Loch thing is something i don't think i'll ever play again, it was pretty well......south of mediocre! And that was a long time ago, Turbine has a different set of resources, talent, management, player base, tools, etc. since that time. Judging from the more recent updates, I expect it to be interesting at the very least. Happy to commit to this sight unseen.

3. I don't mind giving Turbine some of my money, I like the game, I spend enough time playing it and enjoy it and don't want it to go away, to me its kinda like a co-op, I am happy to contribute. If they were an open source project I would contribute, because I use and like the game. If people don't contribute they won't break even or make money and the game will go away. I am voting with my dollars saying "yes more content I will pay you now please get started and go make it".

4. Druid. Again looking to history as a guide, the Druid will fun. Drow, 32 point builds, Monk, FVS, Horc/Helf, Artificer...ALL were implemented well. Ok granted Monk when it first came out was a little tough to get right, and there were way too many monks on the server for months (let's hope it does not turn into 6 man druid groups in harbor again, that is irritating). It has always been great to get new classes and races, and none have every been disappointing. Of my favorite classes to play, those three additions are in the top 5, Druid will not be a let down. It would be a stellar failure if they screwed up Druid, they have a solid track record in class additions in my book. I am happy with committing to this sight unseen.

I think the above are more than enough justification to pre-purchase the pack, which is why I did the instant it became available.

[MysteryNotes]

Yes, i have.
Why? Cosmetic Elite Spider Cult Mask - +1 Profane bonus to all skills. This is a huge bonus that i would gladly have paid 10 dollars alone for.
2000 Turbine Points. Giggity. About 30 bucks.
Access to Druid Class and New packs the moment they're released. Even better.If it was anything around the cost of the Artificers challenge and stuff it'd probably be around 2k points total. Thats another 30 bucks.
Xp Potion on each character. Nice.
Onyx Figurine - Not like i'm going to use it but hey, it comes with the package.

DDO Classics and the other set of adventure packs. Good for when i decide to go premium.
Most of all? Greater Tome of Learning and lesser ones. This alone would have been enough for me to buy the pack,heh.

[Pfold]

Nope.

What else would I spend 15k Turbine Points on? Mummy elixirs and Anti Beholder doohickies? Silly geese:D

[vermentto]

Why ?
To reward the great job of devs.
We spend our days whining but we forget turbine isnt Blizzard :smaller team ,smaller budget,they need support.
Now that i have some money ,i give them this support.
And let be honnest ,its still a lot cheaper than all other MMO on the mid/long term.
DDo is the best fantasy game , a dream come true as an old DnD DM/player , and i support my team.
This money is a small token of my appreciation.

Also kitties XD
I like kitties.

[Wildseed]

Yes, I got the collector's edition because it was the best deal and every character forever gets a lesser learning tome, and I love leveling characters! Also I copied what you get for the different ones... all you had to do was click more information:


Limited Time Collector's Edition

Greater Tome of Learning
(1 free tome per DDO game world)
Permanently increases experience earned by a character up to level 20. Provides +50% bonus to experience for first-time quest completions and +20% boost to other earned experience points. Stacks with other experience boosts and persists through all forms of reincarnation.
Lesser Tome of Learning
(1 free tome per character forever)
Permanently increases experience earned by a character up to level 20. Provides +25% bonus to experience for first-time quest completions and +10% boost to other earned experience points. Stacks with other experience boosts and persists through all forms of reincarnation.
2,000 Turbine Points
Veteran Status (lvl 7) - Start a new character at level 7!
Veteran Status (lvl 4) - Start a new character at level 4!
DDO Epic Classics Adventure Pack bundle
Vault of Night
The Red Fens
Sentinels Stormreach
Devil Assault
DDO Classics Adventure Pack bundle
Phiarlan Carnival
Attack on Stormreach
The Path of Inspiration
The Dreaming Dark

Pre-Purchase Bonus Items!

Demonweb Spiderling Creature Companion
A tame little spider from Lolth’s domain. Includes 3 tricks and a collar. Exclusively available with pre-purchase of Menace of the Underdark!
Druid's Wolf Pup Creature Companion
A grey wolf pup as commonly seen accompanying young Druids. Includes 4 tricks and a collar. Exclusively available with pre-purchase of Menace of the Underdark!
Onyx Panther Cub Creature Companion
A rare dark panther cub from Faerun. Includes 4 tricks and a collar. Exclusively available with pre-purchase of Menace of the Underdark!
Elite Spider Cult Mask cosmetic helmet
Change your helmet appearance to a mask like the one worn by Lolth’s followers in Eberron and receive a stat bonus to character skills and poison resistance! This elite version includes more powerful effects and a unique black and red appearance.
Figurine of Wondrous Power: Onyx Panther
Summon this Level 20 Black Panther Hireling to assist you in Dungeon and Wilderness Adventures! (min level 18 to use).


Standard Edition

Greater Tome of Learning
(1 free tome per DDO game world)
Permanently increases experience earned by a character up to level 20. Provides +50% bonus to experience for first-time quest completions and +20% boost to other earned experience points. Stacks with other experience boosts and persists through all forms of reincarnation.
1,000 Turbine Points
Veteran Status (lvl 4) - Start a new character at level 4!
DDO Classics Adventure Pack bundle
Phiarlan Carnival
Attack on Stormreach
The Path of Inspiration
The Dreaming Dark

Pre-Purchase Bonus Items!

Demonweb Spiderling Creature Companion
A tame little spider from Lolth’s domain. Includes 3 tricks and a collar. Exclusively available with pre-purchase of Menace of the Underdark!
Druid's Wolf Pup Creature Companion
A grey wolf pup as commonly seen accompanying young Druids. Includes 4 tricks and a collar. Exclusively available with pre-purchase of Menace of the Underdark!
Spider Cult Mask cosmetic helmet
Change your helmet appearance to a mask like the one worn by Lolth’s followers in Eberron and receive a stat bonus to character skills and poison resistance!



Base Edition

Lesser Tome of Learning
(1 free tome per DDO game world)
Permanently increases experience earned by a character up to level 20. Provides +25% bonus to experience for first-time quest completions and +10% boost to other earned experience points. Stacks with other experience boosts and persists through all forms of reincarnation.
Demonweb Spiderling Creature Companion
A tame little spider from Lolth’s domain. Includes 3 tricks and a collar. Exclusively available with pre-purchase of Menace of the Underdark!

[azrael4h]

I bought the Collector's Edition. While I'm less than interested in Epic, or Epic as Turbine has made it so far, I already knew Druid would be a day 1 buy for me. The Tomes sealed the deal, letting me cap my three TRs faster and get my Shroud Farmer Monk up faster. Once I get a few characters capped, Then I'll start working on my Artificer as well. The tomes alone are worth the cost.

The Panther was a nice little bonus, surprisingly effective. +1 stacking UMD is always nice. And the pets are cute, if useless, and add a minor bit of color to running the same old stuff aiming for cap again.

[arminius]

I was going to give my money to that Kony 2012 stuff, when I suddenly and inexplicably realized I don't give the tiniest **** about Kony 2012.

So I figured, meh, I'll use the money to get kobold killin' XP faster, so I can TR faster and kill more kobolds and get their XP faster.

So I did. And you should too.

[Izwor91]

I have purchased collectors edition for few reasons:
- adventure packs, AoS, IQ1, IQ2, (more is better)
- epcik adventure pack Carnival, Red Fens, VoN, Chronoscope, Sentinels
- 2000TP (spended on WF race and Monk class, after some time I bought shared bank)
This was great deal for me as a new player (had only GH, Vale and Sands until now).
Lots of new content to play, some epics, great adventures (AoS) and opens ddo world to me, so I can play with my guildies more often.
Other bonuses are nice, but not as much important to me.
- gretaer tome, and lesser for all toons ever, its good addition, but im not planning tr all toons now, need to gear them up a bit
- veteran status 4, 7, starting lvl7 toon on another serwer to get some favor/TP is nice thing, but nothing more, I got all characters already capped and wont use veteran on main serwer

And after all those bonuses we get now there is new content comming up.
It might be fun to play new class and start new epic quest, but for me it wasnt main reason I purchased preorder.
Hope it helps you make your own decsion.