Server Idea

[Xanthrawl]

I love this idea. I recently started over on Argo because I had max characters on my main server. Restarting has been a blast, and I'd love to see a new server where everyone is on a level playing field.

There was a time when I'd be the guy competing to be the first to cap, but life had kept me busy. I only have a few hours per week to play now, but the concept it great.

I would not limit the server to "vets" only, but I would make it like Risia. Make you have to download a client or something before you play on it, so new players can decide for themselves.

[ThrasherGT]

C'mon, People, This is a good idea! (I like My Yearly idea, Too)

Let's see if We can get this one in!

[tman]

I would like to hear from a developer on this topic on feasibility.

I'm not sure it is feasible to edit the code for one server vs. another (i.e. loot tables), but I imagine it would take a long time to get outfitted like demi-gods as we are now. But even so, it gives new players the opportunity to be competitive. The cheapest solution would be a new server with no code changes. However I would be all for loot table edits as suggested if Turbine felt it was in the best interests of the game...

Let me be frank, if DDO can't grow its player base, we are ALL screwed. I'm not a doomsayer here, just reminding you that this is a business and requires cash flow to operate. Building a player base is critical to get new Mods (programming), quality QA and support.

This idea wouldn't be for everybody that is currently playing, even though I would enjoy it as well as some others who are tired of rinse and repeat raiding, but really for building a new player base. DDO is almost 3 years old and while that is super cool for those of us who started day 1, it is a negative barrier to entry for new players looking for a different and complex MMO.

Would a Turbine representative please give an opinion?

Thanks,
Tomo

[xynxie]

personally I would love a server with no auction House and all loot items bind...so if ya don't share em in quest by flipping an item to another player, its vendor fodder.....plat would be very limited, thus the grind, however well balanced parties and cooperation would be a result and less zerging as resources would be limited.