Poll on Second Birthday
unienaule
Somehow Anet is of the impression that everyone wants more minipets. This is a simple poll with only one purpose. Do you, or don't you, want a minipet for your second birthday. Don't talk in here about what non-minipetish things you want, that's for the other thread.
unknown1
no.............
bobert
no poll 89101112
arcanemacabre
No.
...even though my main's second birthday won't be till next February.
...even though my main's second birthday won't be till next February.
unienaule
I had never made a poll thread before, first you set up the thread and check the "include poll box," then it takes you to make the poll and NINJAS the thread up quick and doesn't TELL YOU that the thread is up and you look stupid for having no poll. 
Asplode
Man, that's my idea of the worst day in the world. Get up, stub your toe, hobble over to your computer and botch up a poll thread in a forum. OH man that gets my blood boiling.
Faer
Akuma
How about they add in more minipets with an alternate method of obtaining, like the pig.
I'd like something better than a 100k pawn for my birthday, thanks.
I'd like something better than a 100k pawn for my birthday, thanks.
VitisVinifera
no -- something that can't be sold (but not a hat), and is completely new
Meat Axe
Can there be an option for "Wouldn't mind a minipet, but would prefer something else?" since there's where I'm at. I wouldn't say "ANYTHING but a minipet", but wouldn't say "Yes" either.
unienaule
Yeah, consider this a preference vote. As in, Gaile somehow thinks we all want minipets.
Knightsaber Sith
I hope minipets win >_<
savage vapor 33
I hope No Minipets Win...
Zorglubb
I would rather want a minipet collector's storage: 1 slot for each minipet, that can serve as a "display case" or zoo of sorts. I'm completely out of storage, so I would sell that minipet right away, but that begs the question of what I would do with the gold (there is nothing worth spending gold on)
Corinthian
You get a minipet as your chars first birthday. One of those useless critters is enough.
Zazoo
Considering the really terrible suggestions most people have come up with.
Id rather have a new batch of mini-pets.
That would change of course if someone came up with a decent idea.
Id rather have a new batch of mini-pets.
That would change of course if someone came up with a decent idea.
Hell Raiser
Yes/No, I want something that can't be sold, but I don't mind a Mini-pet. Not like it is going to make any difference, though.
Gustin
no, no, no, and no
as long as whatever it is can be moved between chars i'm ok, but NO MINIPETS. *gag*
as long as whatever it is can be moved between chars i'm ok, but NO MINIPETS. *gag*
Rhedd
Here we go again...
Yay, a biased poll. Thank God not everything in life is run by democracy.
Since to want a minipet is to be content, not to want one is to be discontent, discontentment generates complaints, and the First Rule of the Internet is that those who complain are always louder than those who don't, I feel it's my civic duty to say something on this subject (yet again)...
I, my spouse, everyone I play with on a regular basis, and many, many other people out there who are happily playing instead of here complaining would be very, VERY, VERY disappointed and pissed off if we did not receive the brand new minipet we've been looking forward to for a year, now.
The official website, in the introduction to the first birthday presents, clearly stated, "No Miniature Creature will appear in more than one annual series of Birthday Presents."
So, birthday presents = new series of minipets.
If you think they've been over-using the minipet as a reward lately, I'd definitely agree.
If you think there are lots of other cool things that could be given to long-term players, as well, I'd agree.
If you think minipets are useless and therefore stupid, I feel genuinely sorry for you.
Hopefully, Anet realizes that right now, the angry, vocal people starting tons of redundant threads are the ones who don't want another pet, despite the plan that was stated long ago. However, if they DON'T give us new pets, the angry, vocal people starting tons of redundant threads will be all of those people like myself, who got screwed out of a new run of minis.
Yay, a biased poll. Thank God not everything in life is run by democracy.
Since to want a minipet is to be content, not to want one is to be discontent, discontentment generates complaints, and the First Rule of the Internet is that those who complain are always louder than those who don't, I feel it's my civic duty to say something on this subject (yet again)...
I, my spouse, everyone I play with on a regular basis, and many, many other people out there who are happily playing instead of here complaining would be very, VERY, VERY disappointed and pissed off if we did not receive the brand new minipet we've been looking forward to for a year, now.
The official website, in the introduction to the first birthday presents, clearly stated, "No Miniature Creature will appear in more than one annual series of Birthday Presents."
So, birthday presents = new series of minipets.
If you think they've been over-using the minipet as a reward lately, I'd definitely agree.
If you think there are lots of other cool things that could be given to long-term players, as well, I'd agree.
If you think minipets are useless and therefore stupid, I feel genuinely sorry for you.
Hopefully, Anet realizes that right now, the angry, vocal people starting tons of redundant threads are the ones who don't want another pet, despite the plan that was stated long ago. However, if they DON'T give us new pets, the angry, vocal people starting tons of redundant threads will be all of those people like myself, who got screwed out of a new run of minis.
unienaule
You know what, you're entitled to your opinion, and that's why there are two choices, and not one choice. This poll is biased?! There are two choices, to mini, or not to mini, that is the question. If you feel that a forum isn't a representative sample, go ahead and convince Anet not to listen to us, because if they didn't care they wouldn't make threads here asking us what we want.
Vilaptca
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Originally Posted by Zazoo
Considering the really terrible suggestions most people have come up with.
Id rather have a new batch of mini-pets. That would change of course if someone came up with a decent idea. |
Just read through the thread Gaile posted. The things most people want for their second birthday are outrageous. Many being more fit for future collectors editions.
Just give us more mini-pets and don't even read the other posts. For some reason everyone thinks they need to either get rich or have a way to WAY SHOW OFF that their character is 2 years old.
Your second birthday is no more special than your first, you don't deserve that much more than a minipet if all we got was a minipet on our first birthday.
Oh, and I did vote no, because I don't want a minipet, but I think all the other suggestions posted are outrageous.
Arduin
Just give me a Poke-Ball so I can go and capture the a creature I want for a miniature... I'm tired of seeing the same Necrid Horseman, Hydra and Kirin over and over again...
Rhedd
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Originally Posted by unienaule
You know what, you're entitled to your opinion, and that's why there are two choices, and not one choice. This poll is biased?! There are two choices, to mini, or not to mini, that is the question. If you feel that a forum isn't a representative sample, go ahead and convince Anet not to listen to us, because if they didn't care they wouldn't make threads here asking us what we want.
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Firstly, it's biased, of course, simply because of the sampling. People who come here on a regular basis are not the crowd that typically appreciates a minipet. They're the players who expect concrete rewards that somehow increase their efficiency at the game or the size of their e-penis.
Secondly, it's very easy to tell which opinion the poll creator held, simply from reading it.
Here's a sample wording of an actual unbiased poll:
"Do you want a minipet for your second birthday present?"
"YES"
"NO"
My apologies for my strong opinions on this subject, but I stand by my statement that the poll is innately biased.
You know, I actually AGREE with everyone who thinks we should get something nifty and untransferrable that shows that our characters are two years old. Something groovy like fancy auras, halos, or whatever. That'd be great. (Guess I have an e-penis, too. ^_^)
I still expect a new minipet, though.
arcanemacabre
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Originally Posted by Vilaptca
Just read through the thread Gaile posted. The things most people want for their second birthday are outrageous. Many being more fit for future collectors editions.
...I think all the other suggestions posted are outrageous. |
unienaule
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Originally Posted by Vilaptca
I'm going to have to agree with this.
Just read through the thread Gaile posted. The things most people want for their second birthday are outrageous. Many being more fit for future collectors editions. Just give us more mini-pets and don't even read the other posts. For some reason everyone thinks they need to either get rich or have a way to WAY SHOW OFF that their character is 2 years old. Your second birthday is no more special than your first, you don't deserve that much more than a minipet if all we got was a minipet on our first birthday. Oh, and I did vote no, because I don't want a minipet, but I think all the other suggestions posted are outrageous. |
Unlucky Slayer
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Originally Posted by Rhedd
Firstly, it's biased, of course, simply because of the sampling. People who come here on a regular basis are not the crowd that typically appreciates a minipet. They're the players who expect concrete rewards that somehow increase their efficiency at the game or the size of their e-penis.
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Anyway I'm gonna just end it here... Its 3:30 am and I'm mostly rambling on the verge of rage mode.
Gusnana1412
No.
Alternative:
http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/s...124585&page=16
If team dev insist to make 2nd B'day present with minipet, I would like to see 2 Years old characters able to use 2 minipets. (lagging should not be an issue, minipet filter can be invented to deal with this issue, [] Show all minipet, [x] Don't show minipet)
I appreciated the minipet B'day present for the 1 year old character, I really do. But for 2 years old character too? team dev could comes out with a better idea right? or is it because team dev too busy with upcoming update/event/upgrade/new chapter so that they don't really have much time to adding a new things into the mix?, well if that the case then I only can hope that ANet give the Loyal Players a nicer gift as for 2nd years b'day.
PS: I'm sorry for the rant, if its to much I'll modify my post.
Alternative:
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Originally Posted by Gusnana1412
Another Idea for B'day present:
Summon a horse or some kind to ride like Necrid Horseman or maybe riding Centaur (Zhed !), no fancy speed increase nor hp increase, just a normal horse to ride with in town and outside (like the minipet behave). Features: - they have their own emote (horse emote? xD) - player can still attacking/using skill while riding the horse (outside town/outpost) - variant: horse, centaur, pig xD, turtle, moa, etc Gusnana Note: just adding another possible variant for b'day present |
If team dev insist to make 2nd B'day present with minipet, I would like to see 2 Years old characters able to use 2 minipets. (lagging should not be an issue, minipet filter can be invented to deal with this issue, [] Show all minipet, [x] Don't show minipet)
I appreciated the minipet B'day present for the 1 year old character, I really do. But for 2 years old character too? team dev could comes out with a better idea right? or is it because team dev too busy with upcoming update/event/upgrade/new chapter so that they don't really have much time to adding a new things into the mix?, well if that the case then I only can hope that ANet give the Loyal Players a nicer gift as for 2nd years b'day.
PS: I'm sorry for the rant, if its to much I'll modify my post.
Hell Raiser
I believe Rhedd is correct in saying this is a Biased poll. The two options are "Yes" and "Not that, ANYTHING but that.", and if you click "View Poll Results" you can see Unien voted for the latter, but I don't see a problem with this, as it is a legit question.
I don't think ArenaNet will change their mind about giving Mini-Pets, and there is nothing wrong with making a poll to ask everyones opinion on it, I just don't see them changing it.
PS: I would prefer not to have another Mini-Pet, but I can live with it.
I don't think ArenaNet will change their mind about giving Mini-Pets, and there is nothing wrong with making a poll to ask everyones opinion on it, I just don't see them changing it.
PS: I would prefer not to have another Mini-Pet, but I can live with it.
Gli
I'd rather have a straight-up pile of gold than more minipets, saves me the trouble of selling them. 
I've voted 'anything but', because I know I don't want more minipets, but I might like whatever else they come up with.
I've voted 'anything but', because I know I don't want more minipets, but I might like whatever else they come up with.
Rhedd
For the sake of diplomacy, how about this idea:
One year old characters get one present (mini).
Two year old characters get TWO presents (mini and "item of unimaginable coolness (TM)")
Three year old characters get THREE presents... etc.
Just imagine the lewt you'll get in the future! ^_^
edit: Let's do it exponentially, instead! ^_^
One year old characters get one present (mini).
Two year old characters get TWO presents (mini and "item of unimaginable coolness (TM)")
Three year old characters get THREE presents... etc.
Just imagine the lewt you'll get in the future! ^_^
edit: Let's do it exponentially, instead! ^_^
Archangel Xavier
No, definately no minipets.
MirageMaster
Ill pass on my present if that will be a minipet, i dont need that crap.
Ferret
No more mini-pets as second birthday pressie please.
Jumping Is Uselss
mini-pets are nice, but having limited storage is the bad. I'd rather put some useful weapon in my storage rather than something that does nothing, but take up space.
Esprit
I typically forget to set my mini-pet out to play, and most people want mini-pets to make money off of.
Give us something that we cannot sell for a quick profit please.
Give us something that we cannot sell for a quick profit please.
Fender
Give us something we CAN sell for a quick profit please.
Red
WTB more options than "yes I want it" and "no I don't want it"
Where are the other options?
"Mini-pet or something else, I really don't care. Just anything from the devs would be fun."
"Yes, only if the second year minipets are completely different from the first year."
etc.
Where are the other options?
"Mini-pet or something else, I really don't care. Just anything from the devs would be fun."
"Yes, only if the second year minipets are completely different from the first year."
etc.
HawkofStorms
Umm yeah this poll isn't going to convince Galie of anything. The wording of it and the first post has a clear bias in it that will schew any results.
unienaule
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Originally Posted by Red
WTB more options than "yes I want it" and "no I don't want it"
Where are the other options? "Mini-pet or something else, I really don't care. Just anything from the devs would be fun." "Yes, only if the second year minipets are completely different from the first year." etc. |
I'm assuming that if we don't get minipets, we get something else.
Swampgirl Inez
I really don't care either way. I would "prefer" however, that I get something new and original so I voted no.