At this point they just completely suck the fun out of the game for me.
Honestly aim for their ST since most of them are the 3 variant or Sprit Bear which means lots of critical equipment in there. I love machine guns again since you core out their backs and toss in a few rounds.
You have become me, Betsy. A ray of sunshine and positivity. You encourage and give kind advice. Yet, you still fail to recommend the Krowphujun and 5SS. I would say I'm disappointed, but only Buttcleft can accurately describe how disappointed I am in both you and this game.
I have started playing again, I am horrifyingly accurate with my ridiculous long range loadouts. Send halp.
Hey at least I didn't recommend the Pirate's Bane stock loadout. My 5SS and Krowphujun have been gathering dust after I got the Marauders and Hunchback IIcs.
faction play personal challenge this weekend, for people who're into that kind of thing. It rewards the usual basket of random stuff and a choice of free mech if you do all the bits
I guess PGI will prove once again that they can bribe players into FP with outlandish rewards, then act all surprised when nobody stays around
hold your head high soldier, it ain't over yet
that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
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MortiousThe Nightmare BeginsMove to New ZealandRegistered Userregular
Unfortunately that's actually going to work on me.
Hmm, I managed to get the scouting one done before. Wonder if I'll be able to get it again. Although the Crab or Nova rewards sort of suck. I love how they made it IS vs Clans FW matches only.
The Free Rasalhague Republic continues to be the shore upon which the bulk of the Clan Factions have broken; Clan Ghost Bear and Clan Smoke Jaguar are all but devastated, reduced to controlling only their regional capitals. As Clan Wolf fights to maintain their ground, Clan Jade Falcon has torn through Steiner territory with the strength of the falcons claw, ever-focused toward the shining jewel of the Inner Sphere.
The Inner Sphere is fractured; there is no doubt. The time has come for Operation Frontline.
To all Clan and Inner Sphere MechWarriors alike; do not allow inter-Factional conflicts and grudges to blind you to the true enemy. The most honorable goals and the most lucrative rewards are not to be gained from fighting among yourselves for minor territories. The true fight is for the very foundation of the Inner Sphere itself. Look to the frontlines. Look to the true enemy.
The focus of Operation Frontline is strictly upon Clan vs. Inner Sphere battles.
Battles which pit Clan vs. Clan or Inner Sphere vs. Inner Sphere will not contribute toward the Goal Conditions for this Event.
Warriors of the Inner Sphere, send your forces to augment the frontlines and break the tide of the Clan Invaders.
Warriors of the Clans, focus your combined strength against the Inner Sphere freebirths and achieve victory.
If your Faction does not have a direct Attack Lane against the opposing side, you must use the Call To Arms system to fill the ranks for critical Clan vs. Inner Sphere battles.
Whether you're a veteran of Faction Play or a green recruit, this event is a great opportunity to jump into the fray, help tip the balance of power, and earn some excellent rewards!
Personal Challenge Reward Tables
Scouting Mode Challenges
You must fight in a Clan vs. Inner Sphere battle for a match to count toward these Goals!
If your Faction does not have a direct Attack Lane against the opposing side, you must use the Call To Arms system to fill the ranks for critical Clan vs. Inner Sphere battles.
Cumulative Goals Current Total Reward
Scouting Matches Played, each with a Match Score of at least 50 0 of 2 1 Day Active Premium Time
Scouting Matches Played, each with a Match Score of at least 50 0 of 15 Broken Inner Sphere Hanging Item
Scouting Victories, each with a Match Score of at least 50 0 of 20 Cameron Star Warhorn and Clan Dagger Warhorn
Intel Gathered 0 of 50 x8 C-Bill Consumable Pack
Kill Most Damage Dealt 0 of 15 Blood Pact Fist Standing Item
Kill Assists 0 of 30 Enhanced NARC Module*
DMG 0 of 5,000 50,000 C-Bills
Match Score 0 of 4,000 1,500 GXP
C-Bills 0 of 3,000,000 1,000,000 C-Bills
XP 0 of 10,000 3,000 GXP
* Equipping a rewarded Module requires that you Unlock the associated 'Mech or Weapon Skill Tree for that Module.
Invasion Mode Challenges
You must fight in a Clan vs. Inner Sphere battle for a match to count toward these Goals!
If your Faction does not have a direct Attack Lane against the opposing side, you must use the Call To Arms system to fill the ranks for critical Clan vs. Inner Sphere battles.
Cumulative Goals Current Total Reward
Invasion Matches Played, each with a Match Score of at least 80 0 of 1 1 Day Active Premium Time
Invasion Matches Played, each with a Match Score of at least 80 0 of 20 Phoenix Blue Warhorn and Kodiak Warhorn
Invasion Victories, each with a Match Score of at least 80 0 of 10 Broken Inner Sphere Hanging Item
Kill Most Damage Dealt 0 of 30 Black Widow Hanging Item and 50Cal Necklace Hanging Item
Kill Assists 0 of 100 360 Target Retention Module*
DMG 0 of 25,000 250,000 C-Bills
Match Score 0 of 5,000 2,500 GXP
C-Bills 0 of 5,000,000 1,000,000 C-Bills
XP 0 of 40,000 5000 GXP
* In order to equip a rewarded Module you must Unlock the associated 'Mech or Weapon Skill Tree for that Module.
Complete all Challenges within the Scouting and/or Invasion Bracket to win your choice of 'Mech!
Cumulative Goals Current Total Reward
Scouting Mode Challenges 0 of 10 Scouting Mode Grand Prize
Invasion Mode Challenges 0 of 9 Invasion Mode Grand Prize
Conditions and Information
This Event is for Clan vs. Inner Sphere Faction Play matches only.
Matches must be Clan vs. Inner Sphere in order to contribute toward the Goals.
Support Services will not be able to perform Faction or Contract changes during this Event.
Reward items will be injected as goals are achieved, but injections may be delayed by up to 15 minutes.
Support Services will not be able to provide rewards or make exceptions for Matches wherein a Goal is not achieved.
Accounts that engage in non-participation or other violations of the CoC, such (but not limited to) AFK/non-participation farming or 'gaming' of the matchmaking system or event conditions will be subject to disqualification and moderation actions.
No opt-in required.
Rewards
Complete all Challenges in Scouting Mode to unlock a choice of Medium 'Mech.
Complete all Challenges in Invasion Mode to unlock a choice of Heavy 'Mech.
You do not need to choose a 'Mech aligned with your current faction (Inner Sphere or Clan). If you are fighting under an Inner Sphere banner, you can still choose to receive a Clan 'Mech.
GRAND PRIZE REWARDS
Scouting Mode Grand Prize
Inner Sphere Clan
Medium Crab CRB-20 Nova NVA-Prime
Qualify to Choose 1 'Mech (Includes 'Mech Bay)
Invasion Mode Grand Prize
Inner Sphere Clan
Heavy Catapult CPLT-K2 Mad Dog MDD-Prime
Qualify to Choose 1 'Mech (Includes 'Mech Bay)
H3KnucklesBut we decide which is rightand which is an illusion.Registered Userregular
So, how does the playing for clans/playing for IS stuff work anyway? I'm assuming it isn't like switching your allegiance from one IS state to another right? Is it a separate character per side? Or do you have to go through all the faction switching penalties (and only being able to be in a guild for one side or the other) just to play the other side?
How does it handle purchased/unlocked mechs? Can you play clan mechs on your IS-affiliated character?
So, how does the playing for clans/playing for IS stuff work anyway? I'm assuming it isn't like switching your allegiance from one IS state to another right? Is it a separate character per side? Or do you have to go through all the faction switching penalties (and only being able to be in a guild for one side or the other) just to play the other side?
How does it handle purchased/unlocked mechs? Can you play clan mechs on your IS-affiliated character?
It only matters which side you are aligned with for the Faction Play. So you can play with both clan and IS mechs if you only play the Play mode.
So, how does the playing for clans/playing for IS stuff work anyway? I'm assuming it isn't like switching your allegiance from one IS state to another right? Is it a separate character per side? Or do you have to go through all the faction switching penalties (and only being able to be in a guild for one side or the other) just to play the other side?
How does it handle purchased/unlocked mechs? Can you play clan mechs on your IS-affiliated character?
It only matters which side you are aligned with for the Faction Play. So you can play with both clan and IS mechs if you only play the Play mode.
No need to apologize for my being clueless, I was just curious.
And thanks for the quick reply. I had kinda hoped they'd let people make a second character for Clan play, but that was back before the game had even released and the forums were making it look like they wanted people to really invest in, well, not role-playing necessarily, but having a definite character/in-universe identity. I guess it would make things too easy for griefers in Faction Warfare though.
So, how does the playing for clans/playing for IS stuff work anyway? I'm assuming it isn't like switching your allegiance from one IS state to another right? Is it a separate character per side? Or do you have to go through all the faction switching penalties (and only being able to be in a guild for one side or the other) just to play the other side?
How does it handle purchased/unlocked mechs? Can you play clan mechs on your IS-affiliated character?
It only matters which side you are aligned with for the Faction Play. So you can play with both clan and IS mechs if you only play the Play mode.
No need to apologize for my being clueless, I was just curious.
And thanks for the quick reply. I had kinda hoped they'd let people make a second character for Clan play, but that was back before the game had even released and the forums were making it look like they wanted people to really invest in, well, not role-playing necessarily, but having a definite character/in-universe identity. I guess it would make things too easy for griefers in Faction Warfare though.
Nips has two accounts, but he's special like that. I have both types of mechs just because I like playing either.
NipsHe/HimLuxuriating in existential crisis.Registered Userregular
Hey! Just because a man has needs.....
Well....
Ummm....
Nope, I got no defense here. I'm just weird.
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H3KnucklesBut we decide which is rightand which is an illusion.Registered Userregular
So, is this game KBAM friendly, or do I need a stick for it? If the latter, any recommendations? I haven't bought a stick since the MS Sidewinder Precision 2 back in the early 2000's. I mean, I have no idea when I'll be able to afford to get my gaming PC running again (I've been trying to save up, but shit keeps happening), but might as well ask while I'm thinking of it, right?
So, is this game KBAM friendly, or do I need a stick for it? If the latter, any recommendations? I haven't bought a stick since the MS Sidewinder Precision 2 back in the early 2000's. I mean, I have no idea when I'll be able to afford to get my gaming PC running again (I've been trying to save up, but shit keeps happening), but might as well ask while I'm thinking of it, right?
Trust me a KBAM is far superior to a gamepad or even HOTAS. I've tried both and went back to my KBAM since it allows you to torso twist and move faster.
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edited July 2016
lol there was that one angry person on YouTube who basically has a bitchfest about how MWO was optimised for KBAM instead of his 10+ year old Sidewinder joystick
lol there was that one angry person on YouTube who basically has a bitchfest about how MWO was optimised for KBAM instead of his 10+ year old Sidewinder joystick
So there's that
Dang...even when I had my Logitech Strike Force joystick, I refused to use it with Mechwarrior 3 and 4 (mostly because the FF effects made aiming an absolute nightmare).
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I wanted the HOTAS to work so badly. Just to fully immerse myself in the game (like I can with A-10). What is funnier is the day I tried my throttle I accidentally left it out of neutral and my mech would start waddling off at the start. Took me a few minutes to figure out what the heck was going on.
I wanted the HOTAS to work so badly. Just to fully immerse myself in the game (like I can with A-10). What is funnier is the day I tried my throttle I accidentally left it out of neutral and my mech would start waddling off at the start. Took me a few minutes to figure out what the heck was going on.
Is it that bad? I was going to jump into the game this weekend to try and get that free mech.
I think the dagger in the eye are these two requirements to get there, in the end:
Scouting Victories, each with a Match Score of at least 50 0 of 20 Cameron Star Warhorn and Clan Dagger Warhorn
Invasion Victories, each with a Match Score of at least 80 0 of 10 Broken Inner Sphere Hanging Item
Also, either mode requires you to play at least twenty matches, to meet one or another requirement (assuming you meet the score requirement every match).
The scout matches go pretty quickly. I haven't decided if I'm gonna try and do the invasion challenge yet. Maybe see how active the frr team speak is this weekend.
hold your head high soldier, it ain't over yet
that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
I wanted the HOTAS to work so badly. Just to fully immerse myself in the game (like I can with A-10). What is funnier is the day I tried my throttle I accidentally left it out of neutral and my mech would start waddling off at the start. Took me a few minutes to figure out what the heck was going on.
Is it that bad? I was going to jump into the game this weekend to try and get that free mech.
I think the dagger in the eye are these two requirements to get there, in the end:
Scouting Victories, each with a Match Score of at least 50 0 of 20 Cameron Star Warhorn and Clan Dagger Warhorn
Invasion Victories, each with a Match Score of at least 80 0 of 10 Broken Inner Sphere Hanging Item
Also, either mode requires you to play at least twenty matches, to meet one or another requirement (assuming you meet the score requirement every match).
I did the last one that had similar requirements and it was painful. But my ECM Shadow Cat is so much fun.
I wanted the HOTAS to work so badly. Just to fully immerse myself in the game (like I can with A-10). What is funnier is the day I tried my throttle I accidentally left it out of neutral and my mech would start waddling off at the start. Took me a few minutes to figure out what the heck was going on.
Ouch, yeah does indeed suck. Sorry about that dude. I ran pugs earlier today and knocked out most of the scout parts. The 50 points definitely do help. Plus not running with the FRR against Clan Wolf made it easier during pug hours. It seems that most newbies run Clan Wolf for some reason. I saw more trial mechs and LRM boats than in normal matches. After the better player come out (seems to be the prime time for Europeans and East Coast) I had to join up with the FRR to get more wins. The gathering Intel definitely helps running a useful light (Oxide, Firestarter and maybe the Huginn). Also Radar Derp is a must for lights in Scouting.
there are lots of useful 65 tonners (mostly I use the jester, but there's also the jaeger DD and thunderbolts), and the 70 tonners can be either warhammers or grasshoppers (warhammers are probably better overall now, but jumping is pretty useful and the grasshopper 5P is still really good)
you can do 3x 70/75 tonners and a light of some kind, but I actually really like the poptart BJ-3. It trades pretty well as a second or third mech
hold your head high soldier, it ain't over yet
that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
I went back to my somewhat original drop deck of 3 Thunderbolts and a Griffin 2N. Since the Thunderbolts got smaller I'm hoping they will do better now. I did have a 3 Warhammer build but can't pilot them very well which hurts me.
I like 2 Battlemasters and 2 Cicadas, or you could do 2 Marauder and a 55/45 or 50/50 pair of mediums. The Quickdraw 5K and 4H are still decent, you could do some of those and a Warhammer or something.
Cicadas and Blackjacks are pretty good pickups if you don't have them.
I like 2 Battlemasters and 2 Cicadas, or you could do 2 Marauder and a 55/45 or 50/50 pair of mediums. The Quickdraw 5K and 4H are still decent, you could do some of those and a Warhammer or something.
Cicadas and Blackjacks are pretty good pickups if you don't have them.
Hmm, might try the 2 Marauder one.
Edit: I have two Cicadas that I got for free. The 6ML one and a PPC one. Are they decent mediums or are there better versions I should get?
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Hey at least I didn't recommend the Pirate's Bane stock loadout. My 5SS and Krowphujun have been gathering dust after I got the Marauders and Hunchback IIcs.
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I guess PGI will prove once again that they can bribe players into FP with outlandish rewards, then act all surprised when nobody stays around
that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
Must fill up the bars.
It’s not a very important country most of the time
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Operation: Frontline Faction Play Event
Armchair: 4098-3704-2012
Free.
Mechs.
That said, I'm going to do the invasion part first and complete it before deciding whether I'm willing to endure the scout one.
Also no win requirement, thank god. Should make this a lot less painful than the previous FW event.
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yes, a crab and a catapult.
whooo[/sarcasm]
That said, I'm going to grab the Nova and the Maddog.
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Only if you fight for the clans.
be a fuckton more pleasant if you could choose which mech you get. I'd love to get that nova or mad dog.
Isn't this like the previous one where you got to choose regardless of which side you fought for?
Don't see anything that contradicts that
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I'm guessing that's sarcasm, given the general impression I've gotten of IS vs Clan balance in this thread.
How does it handle purchased/unlocked mechs? Can you play clan mechs on your IS-affiliated character?
Sorry yeah that was sarcasm.
It is. So you can get that Mad Dog and Nova.
It only matters which side you are aligned with for the Faction Play. So you can play with both clan and IS mechs if you only play the Play mode.
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No need to apologize for my being clueless, I was just curious.
And thanks for the quick reply. I had kinda hoped they'd let people make a second character for Clan play, but that was back before the game had even released and the forums were making it look like they wanted people to really invest in, well, not role-playing necessarily, but having a definite character/in-universe identity. I guess it would make things too easy for griefers in Faction Warfare though.
It’s not a very important country most of the time
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Nips has two accounts, but he's special like that. I have both types of mechs just because I like playing either.
Steam: betsuni7
Well....
Ummm....
Nope, I got no defense here. I'm just weird.
And I can't imagine using a joystick or controller to be easier.
It’s not a very important country most of the time
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Trust me a KBAM is far superior to a gamepad or even HOTAS. I've tried both and went back to my KBAM since it allows you to torso twist and move faster.
Not judging. We all love you and your support for MWO.
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It’s not a very important country most of the time
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So there's that
Dang...even when I had my Logitech Strike Force joystick, I refused to use it with Mechwarrior 3 and 4 (mostly because the FF effects made aiming an absolute nightmare).
Is it that bad? I was going to jump into the game this weekend to try and get that free mech.
Steam: betsuni7
I think the dagger in the eye are these two requirements to get there, in the end:
Also, either mode requires you to play at least twenty matches, to meet one or another requirement (assuming you meet the score requirement every match).
that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
I did the last one that had similar requirements and it was painful. But my ECM Shadow Cat is so much fun.
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that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
Well my invasion win rate is about 30%? and at ~30 minutes a game I'm better off playing Stellaris
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Hopper/Hopper/Hopper/Random Medium
Didn't buy the Grasshopper... Regretting that decision now. Currently I'm sitting on a crappy SplatCat, 2 Marauders and the Oxide.
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there are lots of useful 65 tonners (mostly I use the jester, but there's also the jaeger DD and thunderbolts), and the 70 tonners can be either warhammers or grasshoppers (warhammers are probably better overall now, but jumping is pretty useful and the grasshopper 5P is still really good)
you can do 3x 70/75 tonners and a light of some kind, but I actually really like the poptart BJ-3. It trades pretty well as a second or third mech
that's why we call it the struggle, you're supposed to sweat
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Cicadas and Blackjacks are pretty good pickups if you don't have them.
Hmm, might try the 2 Marauder one.
Edit: I have two Cicadas that I got for free. The 6ML one and a PPC one. Are they decent mediums or are there better versions I should get?
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