Now that gw2 is full swing, how do you GW2ers rate the rewards for all that grind?
If the rewards are decent, are folks coming back to finish up their homs and are gw2 players buying gw for the 1st time to get rewards.
Just curious since that was what the majority of us were doing for a long time here and I have tons of title junk to unload.
Are GW2 folks coming back to finish up HOM?
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tghoodoo
as far as rewards are concerned, i think it was worth it. Although by the time the HoM Calculator came out i already had 27 or 28 points from just normal gameplay. And i wasn't even KoaBD, at that point. The rewards are purely aesthetic. Which is totally fine by me. i guess the only actual benefit is having two giant torches for when i'm in a dark area. (Dual FDS Skins) Some of the skins just kinda take u back to a good time in gw1.
Anything after 30 points is just bragging rights imo. i barely made it to 40 before launch. but i never really cared about getting those
Anything after 30 points is just bragging rights imo. i barely made it to 40 before launch. but i never really cared about getting those
projectmercy
I can't say I've noticed an uptick in the players. It's been pretty dead since GW2 officially released. There was a some mild uptics due to the Wayfarer's Reverie, but that leaked out quickly. There's still people buying title points, so I would expect you can still unload that.
Players seem to be based primarily around GMT. During North American times, players are considerably reduced.
Players seem to be based primarily around GMT. During North American times, players are considerably reduced.
Shayne Hawke
Heritage armor is my favorite goddamn thing in the entire game.
If there's anything about them to disappoint me, it would be that the fire gloves don't light areas like the FDS or torches and that some of the HoM pets have inferior stats to their functional counterparts.
If there's anything about them to disappoint me, it would be that the fire gloves don't light areas like the FDS or torches and that some of the HoM pets have inferior stats to their functional counterparts.
xgottadollax
I like the way Anet did the HoM, everything is purely cosmetic. Just because you achieve 30/50 or 50/50 in the previous guild wars, doesn't mean you get better gear (talking about stat wise, not looks) then everybody else. Plus you can access anytime, and you can make you dull armor, look better and I love the FDS and Fellblade! I wish they made the Stygian Reaver a bit bigger! its too small!
MithranArkanere
With my human elementalist I'm stuck with the armor. Any other armors I've seen suck compared to it.
It fits his noble setting, looks great dyed black and gold, and makes him look as dapper as he deserves.
And the miniatures are cool too. With my engineer asura I go around with the servitor golem. As I made her the shortest possible size (shorter than the height of the knees of a short Norn) the golem looks almost as tall as her.
So they stride around making nouse with her backpack trinkets and armor tinkles, and the golem his stompy feet and clicks and chirps.
And do not forget that you get the achievement for transmutations with the HoM skin appliers. It's not as it's hard, as you get transmutation stones from completing maps, but with the HoM skins it takes like 1 minute to max.
And... oh, my, Black Mesa Source is being released.
I gotta go now.
Bye!
Edit: Nevermind... servers got overwhelmed. As much had to be expected... what were we talking about...?
It fits his noble setting, looks great dyed black and gold, and makes him look as dapper as he deserves.
And the miniatures are cool too. With my engineer asura I go around with the servitor golem. As I made her the shortest possible size (shorter than the height of the knees of a short Norn) the golem looks almost as tall as her.
So they stride around making nouse with her backpack trinkets and armor tinkles, and the golem his stompy feet and clicks and chirps.
And do not forget that you get the achievement for transmutations with the HoM skin appliers. It's not as it's hard, as you get transmutation stones from completing maps, but with the HoM skins it takes like 1 minute to max.
And... oh, my, Black Mesa Source is being released.
I gotta go now.
Bye!
Edit: Nevermind... servers got overwhelmed. As much had to be expected... what were we talking about...?
projectmercy
There was only 1 instance of Kamadan last night during US prime time. I don't think people are coming back just yet.
Lest121
Rewards are awesome for low level since all the low level armor is pure trash, but once you hit 60 the karma armor from the hearts are better looking that HoM stuff....Fellblade is awesome at any level...
Zenzai
Depending on what Nick wants, i'll log in and hope that I get enough booze to finish off my title. Just 500 points away from 15 max titles.
Joandir
I continued to log in Guild Wars and I'll continue. I finally reached my 50/50 yesterday and I feel more complete about my 7 years experience in GW 
But there are so many events, friends to help, nostalgia moments that I still log and play the game!
But there are so many events, friends to help, nostalgia moments that I still log and play the game!
Renowned Spartan
I think a large portion of GW2 players who previously have played GW1 are making the trek back due to their lack of interest for that format of play, which is in stark contrast of this game. I've seen a lot of people on my friends list returning to GW1.
Captain Bulldozer
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Heritage armor is my favorite goddamn thing in the entire game.
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Star_Jewel
I had 38/50 and "I'm very important" when GW2 launched, a lot of other titles and accomplishments are close. I intend to finish them up for my own satisfaction, but doing it purely for the GW2 rewards is, as we told people when they'd come in over the last few months asking if it was worth it, probably not worth it.
The armor and weapon skins are okay. It's always nice to have variety. But so many people have them that they're hardly special. The free transmutation points for using them are useful, though (if you care about the track).
And yes, the "torch light" from the Fiery Dragon Swords is nice if you have a character that can equip it.
The most useful thing for me is the "pause button" that the Hall of Monuments orb provides. I don't have to find a safe spot if I need to go AFK.
It's also fun seeing the Hall of Monuments now. I got a good laugh out of the Xunlai Chest there, as well.
The armor and weapon skins are okay. It's always nice to have variety. But so many people have them that they're hardly special. The free transmutation points for using them are useful, though (if you care about the track).
And yes, the "torch light" from the Fiery Dragon Swords is nice if you have a character that can equip it.
The most useful thing for me is the "pause button" that the Hall of Monuments orb provides. I don't have to find a safe spot if I need to go AFK.
It's also fun seeing the Hall of Monuments now. I got a good laugh out of the Xunlai Chest there, as well.
Age
The most important to me are Legendary Survivor,Legendary Defender of Ascalon,Rank and Gladiator title.I would say with out those you don't really have them all.
cataphract
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I think a large portion of GW2 players who previously have played GW1 are making the trek back due to their lack of interest for that format of play, which is in stark contrast of this game. I've seen a lot of people on my friends list returning to GW1.
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June Bug
Same as some others here. I was intending to work on HoM ever since they announced the rewards, but in the end I just put in whatever I had plus a couple of more things, got 22 points and figured that was good enough. I have the tabby cat and racoon mini, which are the two things I actually thought were the most interesting. The other stuff not really so much.
Starlet
There are still things I want to do in GW1, I'm 45/50 so I can work on that if I like. Plus I feel a little sad that my girls are all dead in GW2. 
My cute little Asura wears the HoM armor, its hard to find armor that looks nice on their tiny little bodies. Shes only little though (yes I know!) at level 21.
My cute little Asura wears the HoM armor, its hard to find armor that looks nice on their tiny little bodies. Shes only little though (yes I know!) at level 21.
Minus Sign
I've been considering it. Hard. But not as much to get titles. I'm already 50/50, the only one left is grinding sweets and fireworks for GWAMM, which did not appeal to me when I stopped playing and does not appeal to me now.
I too like the FDS, though the builds I run don't use swords (ranger does better melee with Greatsword and Guardian is sick tanking with a mace). OFC, that just means my Ranger gets a Fellblade, which is sick too.
GW2 has not overly impressed me the way GW1 just...wowed me. its checkers compared to the chess of gw1. it misses the strategy of play that a CORPG has. had. Its Anet (or NCSoft, i don't know who had the final say) taking what Colin and Erin made and turning it into a WoW clone. But I knew they would.
So its been bitter sweet. I'll not go too deep into the bitter because there is still plenty of sweet. I'll leave it there. this is not why i came back.
I too like the FDS, though the builds I run don't use swords (ranger does better melee with Greatsword and Guardian is sick tanking with a mace). OFC, that just means my Ranger gets a Fellblade, which is sick too.
GW2 has not overly impressed me the way GW1 just...wowed me. its checkers compared to the chess of gw1. it misses the strategy of play that a CORPG has. had. Its Anet (or NCSoft, i don't know who had the final say) taking what Colin and Erin made and turning it into a WoW clone. But I knew they would.
So its been bitter sweet. I'll not go too deep into the bitter because there is still plenty of sweet. I'll leave it there. this is not why i came back.
Darcy
I love having the skins for my HoM to use. My warrior uses the Fellblade and FDS skins all the time, the Heritage Armor when wearing a hodgepodge of armor pieces.
But the point of the work for my HoM wasn't really to gain things in GW2 (that was just icing on the cake), it gave me goals for my playtime, making it much more enjoyable.
But the point of the work for my HoM wasn't really to gain things in GW2 (that was just icing on the cake), it gave me goals for my playtime, making it much more enjoyable.
Winterclaw
I plan to play a little to get a few more HoM items myself. Not sure if GW or GW2 will be my favorite over the other yet.
Mystfit
I just purchased GW as I hope to acquire enough points for some of the ranger pets, but I gotta say even though that was my original intent, I'm actully having a good time.
I feel like GW has more direction/goals. whatever word you'd like and I feel more immersed.
I'm alos stupid as anything, I feel like I'm starting from LESS then ground zero. But, heck, I came for the HOM and stayed for the fun
I feel like GW has more direction/goals. whatever word you'd like and I feel more immersed.
I'm alos stupid as anything, I feel like I'm starting from LESS then ground zero. But, heck, I came for the HOM and stayed for the fun
Age
I would get the spider in pre so you won't have to get in the UnderWorld.
cosyfiep
you cant get a spider in pre, only bear, stalker, warthog, wolf and moa.
FalconDance
I'm bringing a guild group back to play the story-line and gain their HoM points as many of them have never played GW1. They - and I - are really excited. At this point, we may end up with two groups' worth.
(Besides, they'll finally be able to put lore references and such into context. GW2 did a piss poor job at connecting the dots - if that was even their intention, that is.)
(Besides, they'll finally be able to put lore references and such into context. GW2 did a piss poor job at connecting the dots - if that was even their intention, that is.)
Age
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you cant get a spider in pre, only bear, stalker, warthog, wolf and moa.
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http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider
http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Black_Widow
T1Cybernetic
Unfortunately you can not charm Moss Spider's in pre searing 
There are two different types.
1# http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider
2# http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider_(pre-Searing)
You can however get one post searing by using a Moss Spider Egg
3# http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider_Egg
Or by unlocking them via the Zaishen Menagerie...
There are two different types.1# http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider
2# http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider_(pre-Searing)
You can however get one post searing by using a Moss Spider Egg
3# http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Moss_Spider_Egg
Or by unlocking them via the Zaishen Menagerie...
Age
Thanks.I guess you really can't although I wouldn't get it for my pre Ranger who already has a hearty wolf.I might get it for my post Ranger at the Menagerie.
http://guildwars.wikia.com/wiki/Moss_Spider
http://guildwars.wikia.com/wiki/Moss_Spider
T1Cybernetic
I got myself Dire Wolf's on most pre characters when I had a few hours to level them up but I still really want to get myself a Dire Bear!! I just don't have the time to run to around leveling it up all day 
Age
I know how you feel as it takes time to lvl them up and I wouldn't a mind dire wolf in post though.
deathVIAavatar
Hey, I actually just registered for this purpose alone - to play Guild Wars and get HoM points. I currently only have Prophecies and EotN, but I want to get the other 2 expansions at some point to those points as well. In that regard, does anyone know where I might fight people who are doing story runs to get HoM points and such?
Sofonisba
death--in GW you don't need other players to do the story runs--which are called missions in GW. In every town you can hire "henchmen" which are npcs you take to complete your party. They have horrible AI, but they're better than going it alone.
I suggest hoofing it to Eye of the North OR buying Nightfall ASAP, because you get "heroes" which are essentially henchmen whose skills and attributes you can micromanage. Much, much easier.
You may need others for hard modes and vanquishing (if you're going for those) but for the most part you can do it alone. If you prefer not to, look for a guild. The best places for that in-game are Lion's Arch (Prophecies) or Kamadan (Nightfall). I haven't visited Cantha in a while so I"m not sure if there's a population there. (Kaineng or Shing Jea?)
One of the great things about GW is the way they handled the population: instead of servers, there are multiple districts of towns. So if you don't find what you're looking for in town, upper left corner of your screen, change districts and try again.
I suggest hoofing it to Eye of the North OR buying Nightfall ASAP, because you get "heroes" which are essentially henchmen whose skills and attributes you can micromanage. Much, much easier.
You may need others for hard modes and vanquishing (if you're going for those) but for the most part you can do it alone. If you prefer not to, look for a guild. The best places for that in-game are Lion's Arch (Prophecies) or Kamadan (Nightfall). I haven't visited Cantha in a while so I"m not sure if there's a population there. (Kaineng or Shing Jea?)
One of the great things about GW is the way they handled the population: instead of servers, there are multiple districts of towns. So if you don't find what you're looking for in town, upper left corner of your screen, change districts and try again.
Age
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I got myself Dire Wolf's on most pre characters when I had a few hours to level them up but I still really want to get myself a Dire Bear!! I just don't have the time to run to around leveling it up all day
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@deathVIAavatar
There are some missions that require real peope of if you can get run take it.These missions are the 3 desert missions which are the hardest in Prophecies if you want the bonus you will ned real ppl just ask here for help on those.When it comes to EoTN the last 2 is best with real ppl as well don't forget to read the gwwiki as well as the thread in the campfire on h/hing it through the game.
This forum.
http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/h...prune=30&f=243
deathVIAavatar
Thanks for the feedback on that. Yeah, my issue is that I haven't even made it to Lion's Arch Yet. I'm just now at Beacon Perch in the Shiverpeak Mountains before you head into Kryta, so I'm just not seeing a good amount of people yet. However, I did notice that there are some people hanging around in Ascalon City currently. More than likely due to Wintersday. I'm just gonna have to get through these next missions as quick as I can to get into Lion's Arch and form a good group for more efficient play through the end and then into EoTN so I get those henchmen that were mentioned.
Motoko
This one time, in Guild Wars 2, I decked out a mesmer and got a legendary item.
Then, I stopped playing Guild Wars 2. Because it is boring.
It was 3 months of fun/grind.
Now I can wait for GW 1.5.
I really hope they do a good job on the storyline of how dragons came in and made a world of awesome and turned it into a world of crap and boring.
Then, I stopped playing Guild Wars 2. Because it is boring.
It was 3 months of fun/grind.
Now I can wait for GW 1.5.
I really hope they do a good job on the storyline of how dragons came in and made a world of awesome and turned it into a world of crap and boring.
deathVIAavatar
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I really hope they do a good job on the storyline of how dragons came in and made a world of awesome and turned it into a world of crap and boring.
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Anyways, back to topic, I joined a guild just the other day in Lion's Arch so I'm hoping to start getting some assistance from them in completing the Prophecies Campaign as well as Eye of the North. I'm really wanting those 30 points!
Oh, and if anyone wants to add me as a friend in game, my character name is Ghaleon Bloodmine. I'm a level 15 N/W currently, just made it to LA. :-X I get on every other day for at least a couple hours to get through a couple missions.
Sofonisba
Anyone who needs random minis for HoM, or knows someone who does, I am doing a giveaway storage cleanout extravaganza. See this thread:
http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/c...t10521305.html
http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/c...t10521305.html
GODh
I am currently enjoy GW2... it has its flaws, but i wont let them ruin my game-experience.
I still plan to come back to GW1 some day, because i always loved that game. In games like GW i always need to set myself goals. So finishing up HOM (i a have 48 HOM points at the moment) is probably one of them.
I still plan to come back to GW1 some day, because i always loved that game. In games like GW i always need to set myself goals. So finishing up HOM (i a have 48 HOM points at the moment) is probably one of them.
Superdarth
Yush! I am mostly playing for HoM points now. One stinking point, realy.