Rangers should be able to use another weapon other then a bow..
Bows while cool.. are the only weapon a ranger can use and get full damage from.
Warriors can use Hammers/Swords/Axes.
I think Rangers should be able to use short swords or something.. come on.. blades are essentials to surviving in the wilderness... wouldn't a self respecting Ranger know how to use a darn knife or sword?
The high end swords could be locked out to only Warriors or the addition of Sword Mastery means you have less Attribute points for other skills.. causing a trade-off and making the player choose a strategy.
Remeber.. Guild Wars is all about strategy and using your limited skills to the max.. addition of a sword skill would force you to choose a close-in Ranger or a long range ranger.
A Collection of Ranger Suggestions
JATO
JATO
Like the following ideas posted by other members...
NEW SKILL:Etherial shot
Quivers
Stealth/Scout - similar to shadow walk
Combining Charm and comfort animal
direct Pet to move ahead, or attack specific enemies [important]
See modified energy costs based on expertise [important]
I think these ideas could be implemented without affecting play balance or making the Ranger class too powerful.
Own Ideas....
Dual Wield weapons
Swordmanship
My 2 ideas I think would be the least likely to be implemented 'cause it is too much like a Warrior or Assasin. I just don't want to give up my 2nd class to get an off-hand attack like assasins or swordsmanship like a warrior
NEW SKILL:Etherial shot
Quivers
Stealth/Scout - similar to shadow walk
Combining Charm and comfort animal
direct Pet to move ahead, or attack specific enemies [important]
See modified energy costs based on expertise [important]
I think these ideas could be implemented without affecting play balance or making the Ranger class too powerful.
Own Ideas....
Dual Wield weapons
Swordmanship
My 2 ideas I think would be the least likely to be implemented 'cause it is too much like a Warrior or Assasin. I just don't want to give up my 2nd class to get an off-hand attack like assasins or swordsmanship like a warrior
JATO
why am I the only one posting?.. doesn't anyone else post on forums from work instead of doing your actual job ?
zaza
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Originally Posted by Galphar
Biggest thing needed for Rangers right now are pet commands. All we need is a small little command bar with 3 commands(attack, guard, return). Here's a pick of a command bar from another NCSoft game Auto Assault.
This bar is EXACTLY what pets need and should be easily modified for use with pets or henchman. |
Meneldil
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Originally Posted by JATO
Rangers should be able to dual wield weapons like in EQ and D&D but at the cost of damage dealing and armor. In many MMORPGs Rangers can dual wield a primary and off-hand weapon. |
WasAGuest
Rangers are the only class without an offhand bonus (unless wielding a melee weapon). Staves have better bonuses in most cases than bows do, giving hp, energy, ect. This would be a great place to make the quiver as a "offhand" item. Placing the quiver in the offhand would equip it on the back and could only be wielded while wielding a bow.
The clipping of cape through the quiver wouldn't be too bad, if the quiver just sat on top (you could just turn off the cape too. Currently, a staff user will find the staff "magically" pokes a hole through the guild cape anyway. Not a huge issue to me.
Pet commands! I've been asking for this since I started playing. It's time for Pet and henchie commands.
The clipping of cape through the quiver wouldn't be too bad, if the quiver just sat on top (you could just turn off the cape too. Currently, a staff user will find the staff "magically" pokes a hole through the guild cape anyway. Not a huge issue to me.
Pet commands! I've been asking for this since I started playing. It's time for Pet and henchie commands.
Meneldil
i like the idea of just having a quiver for appearance. keeps things simple.
also there are some npc rangers who DO have quivers, and that upsets me.
also there are some npc rangers who DO have quivers, and that upsets me.
lifesux006
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Badger -specail attack -Crippling lunge |cost:5|recharge:45| |Pet Badger attempts a crippling strike if hits foe is crippled for 7-15 seconds| Eagle -specail attack -Blinding dive|cost:5|recharge:45| |Pet eagle attempts a blinding dive if succsesful target foe is blind for 7-20 seconds| Snake -Specail atack -Poison bite|cost:10|recharge:60| |Pet snake attempts a poison bite target foe is poisened for 4-12 seconds| |
Ownage
i would really love an eagle, it can hang on my shoulder,
Dougal Kronik
I'd love to have a pet bar with some simple commands as well.
Additionally the quiver for ascetic purposes would be a great addition.
I really like the idea of having pet interaction emotes. Like /Pet <petname>, /Play <petname>, /Feed <petname>, /Praise <petname>.
Would be simple enough to implement.
Additionally the quiver for ascetic purposes would be a great addition.
I really like the idea of having pet interaction emotes. Like /Pet <petname>, /Play <petname>, /Feed <petname>, /Praise <petname>.
Would be simple enough to implement.
Gandalf The Monk
i would also like the quivers to be able to be on the thigh or back
arafeandur
Put the quivers on the side, where a scabbard would normally hang. No game graphics tweaks needed.
The kennel is a must. The Pet bar to control them is a must. These are very standard features in other games.
The unique avatars for each Nature spirit is a great idea.
I'd like to see more pets - even if they are just different asthetically - although I feel there should be pro's and con's to each pet.
The kennel is a must. The Pet bar to control them is a must. These are very standard features in other games.
The unique avatars for each Nature spirit is a great idea.
I'd like to see more pets - even if they are just different asthetically - although I feel there should be pro's and con's to each pet.
Dougal Kronik
Placing the quiver on the side would not interfere with the cape in anyway. Therefore I agree that from a CGI perspective the quiver on the side would be the easiest option. Just have to make some adjustments to things like sitting, kneeling, and the dancing option for the Rangers(male at least).
actionjack
Quiver as an offhand item that can be equipted with use of Bows? Entertain your self with this thought.
Alotia Slipfeet
for an offhand for bows why dont they just impliment the bow realease things. it helps you hold your bow at full draw longer without feeling like your fingers are popping off.
ps ill get a pic of one as soon as photobucket is back up
sorry for the late edit just uploaded it
this i think would be the most pracitcal off implimintan a offhand bow idea.
i use it for my coumpound bow and it really nice to have for heavy lbs bows
ps ill get a pic of one as soon as photobucket is back up
sorry for the late edit just uploaded it
this i think would be the most pracitcal off implimintan a offhand bow idea.
i use it for my coumpound bow and it really nice to have for heavy lbs bows
Nevin
I was splicing up with Photoshop and I found two ranger faces I really liked.. But they were too extreme in their features, so I mixed them together. I hope GW implements more "medium" faces like this.
Eye Color needs to be added to customization too...
Eye Color needs to be added to customization too...
Meneldil
lol that last face looks like a mentally retarded ranger.
but yes /agree to the posts above me
but yes /agree to the posts above me
Soul Shaker
why are my eyebrows always frickin pointing up like i dunno what i look like...
so i either look like a frickin wierdo off those looney tunes that goes "YUUSSS"....oh that guy was freaky...or, i look like a freakin druggo. Gimme some choice here...
so i either look like a frickin wierdo off those looney tunes that goes "YUUSSS"....oh that guy was freaky...or, i look like a freakin druggo. Gimme some choice here...
Charqus
Rangers should be able to have a different TYPE of weapon to use other than a bow....
Maybe a special type of sword or something
Maybe a special type of sword or something
Nevin
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Rangers should be able to have a different TYPE of weapon to use other than a bow....
Maybe a special type of sword or something |
WasAGuest
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Originally Posted by actionjack
Quiver as an offhand item that can be equipted with use of Bows? Entertain your self with this thought.
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Place quiver in offhand "slot" in inventory - therefore the devs do not need to create a new slot for inventory. Equip quiver and now, it shows on the back, or side as others have suggested. That help any?
Meneldil
wasaguest, are you actionjack??
and nevin, yea R/A yahoo!
and nevin, yea R/A yahoo!
WasAGuest
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wasaguest, are you actionjack??
and nevin, yea R/A yahoo! |
Are you asking if those people are the same as me? If so, umm, no. If not, what are you asking me again? lol - I'm soo confused.
Meneldil
nevermind wasaguest, i made a mistake.
Lady Lorwinia
I have been experimenting for some time with an r/w bunny thumper and sword condition dealer.
It has been so fun, but with what I've read about the assassin..
Looks like assassins are a mix between a ranger and a warrior.. but have better abillities and such..
Let's just hope r/w don't go extinct..
I predict a sharp rise of touch rangers very soon...
It has been so fun, but with what I've read about the assassin..
Looks like assassins are a mix between a ranger and a warrior.. but have better abillities and such..
Let's just hope r/w don't go extinct..
I predict a sharp rise of touch rangers very soon...
Meneldil
r/w might go extinct because of r/a
Gardar
Since we have a spider we should be able to have a badger or a hawk ^^ I've been wondering why does anyone want that cursed spider.
But I love the Ideas except the face liting,how could a vendor to a plastic surgery on your character :/
but I agree with all of the others.
But I love the Ideas except the face liting,how could a vendor to a plastic surgery on your character :/
but I agree with all of the others.
TheChef
Elite Stance - Kneel movement slowed 50% (screwed if something gets to you ) Damage and range are increased.
Meneldil
whats the name of the skill
Meneldil
UPDATE: anyone seeing any changes that need to be done to the new ranger skills?
Str0b0
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I've been wondering why does anyone want that cursed spider.
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Highest base damage pet in the game.
Meneldil
Rangers rise again, and as they do, so does this thread for suggestions
Meneldil
NEW SUGGESTION: CROSSBOWS!! Rangers only have one weapon, for ranger's sake!
Tera
i agree new weapons wud be gr8, i like the sound of whips,maybe link them to BM?
crossbows are good aswell, maybe give them longer rnage than bow, but slower re fire rate.
new pets are a must, i want my battle hawk!
come on ppl MORE SUGGESTIONS!
i hope the designers of guild wars read these threads
crossbows are good aswell, maybe give them longer rnage than bow, but slower re fire rate.
new pets are a must, i want my battle hawk!
come on ppl MORE SUGGESTIONS!
i hope the designers of guild wars read these threads
lightblade
95% of all these suggestions are not reasonable!!
It's there!! Stupid!! Dual shot fires 2 glowing dots that flys out.
It's already there!! If you have kindle arrow preparation, your arrows turns into a firebolt. And if you use poison arrow, it turns into a green arrow.
Then why I see so many people have Tarantula for pet?
/signed!
It's already there!! Healing spring have swirling rings on the ground where they're cast. You people just don't notice them in battle.
What's the point of this? You already can see others on the map.
What's the point of mounts? You already map travel. This is animal cruelty; I really like to see a horse riding on your back.
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-A Stealthy Skill, so the ranger can scout ahead like a ranger should. Ranger cannot be seen by foes, but moves 75% slower. something like that. |
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Sli Ander
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95% of all these suggestions are not reasonable!!
It's there!! Stupid!! Dual shot fires 2 glowing dots that flys out. It's already there!! If you have kindle arrow preparation, your arrows turns into a firebolt. And if you use poison arrow, it turns into a green arrow. Then why I see so many people have Tarantula for pet? /signed! It's already there!! Healing spring have swirling rings on the ground where they're cast. You people just don't notice them in battle. What's the point of this? You already can see others on the map. What's the point of mounts? You already map travel. This is animal cruelty; I really like to see a horse riding on your back. |
floppinghog
still could use bow STRINGS to be seen in animation... =)
Commander Ryker
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yeah ok let's alter a bunch of the game engine to fix some minor graphical glitches and inconsistencies sure
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Tera
btw, lightblade, i think ppl meant when they use firey bow strings etc, and icy arrows and air/lightning arrow look like normal arrows.
and the haling spring is very difficult to notice, there is an effect but its not very clear or noticable. i agree with the stealth thing though, there isnt much use to it.
and the haling spring is very difficult to notice, there is an effect but its not very clear or noticable. i agree with the stealth thing though, there isnt much use to it.
Laurnarose
New Ranger Elite Skill:
Beast Master: (New skill)
Skill Cost: 10 | Skill Recharge: 15 | Cast Time: Instant
When equipped, this skill allows control of 2 animals in battle. When used on an allied animal, this skill will apply health regeneration of 1-6 for 10 sec or resurrect fallen allied animal.
Animal Slots: Give rangers ability to charm multiple animals (say 4-6) and choose which one they want to take into battle with them. Animals are one form of a rangers "weapon" styles. Just as all classes can choose to change weapons depending on circumstances, rangers should be allowed to choose which pet to travel with them through a mission/quest/explorable area depending on the terrain.
Beast Master: (New skill)
Skill Cost: 10 | Skill Recharge: 15 | Cast Time: Instant
When equipped, this skill allows control of 2 animals in battle. When used on an allied animal, this skill will apply health regeneration of 1-6 for 10 sec or resurrect fallen allied animal.
Animal Slots: Give rangers ability to charm multiple animals (say 4-6) and choose which one they want to take into battle with them. Animals are one form of a rangers "weapon" styles. Just as all classes can choose to change weapons depending on circumstances, rangers should be allowed to choose which pet to travel with them through a mission/quest/explorable area depending on the terrain.
Tera
sounds good, i like the idea of merging pet res and charm animal in one, and the multiple animal thing is good aswell, but i prefer the pet storage idea, so that this dosent have to be elite would work great if they introduced more pets or more variables to pets like armour, attack speed/power etc
would work great if they introduced more pets or more variables to pets like armour, attack speed/power etc