Special pet for CE owners
Thallandor
The future of this thread and the other one about the CE Delays are likely to soon both degenerate into:
ZOMG ANET why you didnt mention CE will get special CE only MINI PETS B4 i buy your SE to play GWF NOW!!111. I HATE JOO.
I personally am getting my copy of the CE tomorrow from EB and am looking forward to the mini coming soon
ZOMG ANET why you didnt mention CE will get special CE only MINI PETS B4 i buy your SE to play GWF NOW!!111. I HATE JOO.
I personally am getting my copy of the CE tomorrow from EB and am looking forward to the mini coming soon
Snowman
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Originally Posted by Eviance
We burned ourselves out to get the CE it was my special gift from my husband for my anniversary
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mega_jamie
I was never that bothered about the mass CE delay, hey if it was delayed until June I may pass my exams, no chance now though, shame really, resit year here I come.
Persoanlly I got CE for 3 reasons....
1) because I could afford it
2) Show appreciation to the entire team for what is essential a killer game
3) because I have seen that buffy episode "Once more with Feeling" far too many times, and wanted backing dancers
The fact that I got a mousemat (which i wasnt expecting), the cloth thing, the soundtrack (not expecting) and that lovely art book (im from North East England and even i can appreciate this art) is all a bonus.
The fact that they are now planning on giving me a bonus mini-pet makes me feel all warm and squishy on the inside, it's nice that a company with so many customers shows it's appreciation to some of them (admitidly the ones who spend most money, but hey)
I dont need the mini-dragon, he'll i'll probably forget about it in my storage, like the snowman summoner sitting there, but it's a nice gesture.
OK I see the argument, i really really do, that for some people this is pretty much giving them a mill straight out. Hell any person could make some REAL money off this using that site im not going to say or my post will be deleted. Infact once CE is in proper production, if they jump on it early they could make alot of money. And thats unfair to other players and agasint the ELULA etc, and it will, unfortunatly, probably happen.
But you shouldn't be bitter and say give it to nobody because a few people will spoil it. Otherwise you may as well go and complain about similar situations in real life that are a bit more important, at the end of the day, its a game.
I'm not going to sell it or anything, It's going to sit in my inventory, and proably only show its face in the guild hall. And I agree that perhaps you should block the trad eof them, but then you should block the trade of all the other mini-pets also, chances are I'll still like the Seige turtle more than my dragon, and from the sounds of it, poeple are making alot of money off of them.
Persoanlly I got CE for 3 reasons....
1) because I could afford it
2) Show appreciation to the entire team for what is essential a killer game
3) because I have seen that buffy episode "Once more with Feeling" far too many times, and wanted backing dancers
The fact that I got a mousemat (which i wasnt expecting), the cloth thing, the soundtrack (not expecting) and that lovely art book (im from North East England and even i can appreciate this art) is all a bonus.
The fact that they are now planning on giving me a bonus mini-pet makes me feel all warm and squishy on the inside, it's nice that a company with so many customers shows it's appreciation to some of them (admitidly the ones who spend most money, but hey)
I dont need the mini-dragon, he'll i'll probably forget about it in my storage, like the snowman summoner sitting there, but it's a nice gesture.
OK I see the argument, i really really do, that for some people this is pretty much giving them a mill straight out. Hell any person could make some REAL money off this using that site im not going to say or my post will be deleted. Infact once CE is in proper production, if they jump on it early they could make alot of money. And thats unfair to other players and agasint the ELULA etc, and it will, unfortunatly, probably happen.
But you shouldn't be bitter and say give it to nobody because a few people will spoil it. Otherwise you may as well go and complain about similar situations in real life that are a bit more important, at the end of the day, its a game.
I'm not going to sell it or anything, It's going to sit in my inventory, and proably only show its face in the guild hall. And I agree that perhaps you should block the trad eof them, but then you should block the trade of all the other mini-pets also, chances are I'll still like the Seige turtle more than my dragon, and from the sounds of it, poeple are making alot of money off of them.
Xeeron
I have to bow my hat to ANet for this: They did screw up (by not properly controlling their manufacturers), but when they saw how angry their fans where they acted extremely fast and gave CE buyers another bonus in reward for their longer wait. That kind of fast response to users demands is unique among most software firms and makes me nearly forget all the anger about not being able to play.
- Xeeron
- Xeeron
Mindcrime
I've no idea why some of you complains about this. I would rather play factions than sit down here and wait for my CE. I'll show appreciation though, for ANET offering this and I'll accept it. Hopefully, I can play factions before this weekend. That's important not the reward.
agentnull
To chris_bernal FTW and Leighwyn, thank you
Mordakai
Well, I'm still pissed. (at myself, not Anet)
I thought that I would get over this, but I haven't. The sad thing is, I debated on Sunday when I bought the reg. ed., "You know, I bet Anet will give away something cool. Oh, well, nothing worth $20 extra dollars..."
Well, this Dragon is worth $20, but not another $70 (buying a whole new game).
If we got to keep our bonus slots (ie, I would get 4 slots, dances, and Kuunivang for $70), that might be more tempting.
My only hope is that the Dragon will be a future "Green" Birthday present.
Would that piss the CE people off? I don't see why... they got a Green for $20. But as it stands now, these are going to be worth zillions of Gold. The fact there is only a limited amount, and, as of now, no more being introduced into the market...
Plus, how many people will actually sell theirs?
Meh, I could wait a few days for a dragon. I wish I could trade you my key for yours!
I thought that I would get over this, but I haven't. The sad thing is, I debated on Sunday when I bought the reg. ed., "You know, I bet Anet will give away something cool. Oh, well, nothing worth $20 extra dollars..."
Well, this Dragon is worth $20, but not another $70 (buying a whole new game).
If we got to keep our bonus slots (ie, I would get 4 slots, dances, and Kuunivang for $70), that might be more tempting.
My only hope is that the Dragon will be a future "Green" Birthday present.
Would that piss the CE people off? I don't see why... they got a Green for $20. But as it stands now, these are going to be worth zillions of Gold. The fact there is only a limited amount, and, as of now, no more being introduced into the market...
Plus, how many people will actually sell theirs?
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Originally Posted by Mindcrime
I've no idea why some of you complains about this. I would rather play factions than sit down here and wait for my CE. I'll show appreciation though, for ANET offering this and I'll accept it. Hopefully, I can play factions before this weekend. That's important not the reward.
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Taliman
For those you who missed being killed by Kuunavang
Jwh6913
isn't that picture a tad small all i can see is an goldish blob in the middle of the pic
MasterThrawn
Well - I too wanted to get CE but did not wait to buy the regular edition because honestly the dancing thing meant nothing to me. So since no CE's were available I purchased the regular edition - no this makes me wish I waited - feels like a slap in the face. Maybe they should have told people this sooner.... oh well. Glad those who were "patient" got something out of it. I did go out and buy their game, and it was not cheap or anything, but I did learn a lesson.
RTSFirebat
I understand people are upset, but remember the CE pet is nothing but Pixels in a game. While its a shame to have to miss out on it, try not to let it bother you too much.
I'm sure people will be selling them left right and centre in due course anyhow.
I'm sure people will be selling them left right and centre in due course anyhow.
Darksun
Schweeeet! Thaks Anet!
Count Feanor
How can we tell how old our character's are? I think it's about time for some B-Day presents for me.
Oh, and I think it's wonderful to have something else that's fun to trade like these minipets. If people are willing to buy/trade for them, I'm willing too.
Oh, and I think it's wonderful to have something else that's fun to trade like these minipets. If people are willing to buy/trade for them, I'm willing too.
EF2NYD
Why can't we get something cool, like a Kirin?
Loviatar
[QUOTE=Count Feanor]How can we tell how old our character's are? I think it's about time for some B-Day presents for me.
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Mordakai
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Originally Posted by RTSFirebat
I understand people are upset, but remember the CE pet is nothing but Pixels in a game. While its a shame to have to miss out on it, try not to let it bother you too much.
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They are limited to the number of people buying CEs, and there's no evidence Kuunavang will ever be available anywhere else.
Basically, you're paying $20 for a chance to be super rich. It's like legal Ebay!
Again, I'm super glad Anet did this. I'm just super pissed I wasn't patient enough to wait.
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Originally Posted by EF2DNY
Why can't we get something cool, like a Kirin?
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If not, I'll be glad to trade you for a Kirin. PM me in game.
Loviatar
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Originally Posted by Mordakai
Again, I'm super glad Anet did this. I'm just super pissed I wasn't patient enough to wait. |
*i had to play it now and what was offered in the CE was not worth playing chapter 1 for a few days longer when i could get the Factions NOW*
there was a large extra loyal number of players who paid extra to stand by and watch the cheaper people play the game they wanted to play but couldnt.
Anet /NCSoft had a public relations disaster on their hands and gave the very unhappy customers a nice bonus to say *i am sorry and to show that we mean it here is a real treat to sweeten the deal*
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Fred Kiwi
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Originally Posted by RTSFirebat
I'm sure people will be selling them left right and centre in due course anyhow.
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CyberNigma
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Originally Posted by agentnull
My point is completely lost, apparently. You can't compare the Halloween or Wintersday items to these new pets, because everybody who had the game at that time had the opportunity to get them. Here it goes, one more time. The problem I have is not that people who waited for the CE are getting rewarded for their patience. It is that they are getting rewarded with something they can sell in game.
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I think this goes with the idea that some thing are out of control of ANet (NCSoft's decisions), but the in-game stuff is where ANet can really make a decision like this to show their appreciation/thanks.
EDIT: I think that people should be more concerned about the loot that's going to be sold by the two alliances that have access to the Elite Missions. That's where the money is and I think it'll dwarf anything the dragon can get. In fact, seeing as how entrance was cleared up in another thread, charging for entrance to the Elite Missions may be the money-maker..
Mordakai
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Originally Posted by CyberNigma
Of course you could also say that it (birthday pets) rewarded those players that took a risk in the game succeeding from that early point. In this case, it is rewarding those people that took a risk in waiting for the CE (the risk that they wouldn't be the first ones to get say the new greens and make a million there). :-)
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fiery
I'll buy one for 100+ and some ectos and shards .
Loviatar
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Originally Posted by agentnull
Here it goes, one more time. The problem I have is not that people who waited for the CE are getting rewarded for their patience. It is that they are getting rewarded with something they can sell in game. |
1k-1.2k is common so what is your real beef except that you didnt get one and are wanting to spoil it for the ones that waited?
agentnull
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Originally Posted by CyberNigma
Of course you could also say that it (birthday pets) rewarded those players that took a risk in the game succeeding from that early point.
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Originally Posted by CyberNigma
EDIT: I think that people should be more concerned about the loot that's going to be sold by the two alliances that have access to the Elite Missions. That's where the money is and I think it'll dwarf anything the dragon can get. In fact, seeing as how entrance was cleared up in another thread, charging for entrance to the Elite Missions may be the money-maker..
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fiery
Ya im still lost on the risk part.
Lord Cooper
when do we get our dragons?
i just logged in and no present... tried creating a new charater.. no present..
and yes i do have CE
i just logged in and no present... tried creating a new charater.. no present..
and yes i do have CE
agentnull
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Originally Posted by Loviatar
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1k-1.2k is common so what is your real beef except that you didnt get one and are wanting to spoil it for the ones that waited? |
Queto
Yay, I got the CE too and it didn't have delay in my shop I'm still doubting though, sell it to buy 15k for my 6 chars, or keep it and show off...
Mordakai
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Originally Posted by Lord Cooper
when do we get our dragons?
i just logged in and no present... tried creating a new charater.. no present.. and yes i do have CE |
(read you the first time)
Lord Cooper
when do we get our dragons?
i just logged in and no present... tried creating a new charater.. no present..
and yes i do have CE
i just logged in and no present... tried creating a new charater.. no present..
and yes i do have CE
Sir Skullcrasher
whats more scary, this dragon that nuked eveyone in the beta event or evil Gwen with her endless supply of firestorm? As for this mini pet idea, would we get more different pets on different birthday?
As for this collector edition, i can't wait till i get mine and get the mini dragon!
The thing about selling this pet is that only ONE is per account meaning you can make all 4 pve characters but only the main one that you created will get it. So selling it would be up to the players that owned the account. Since there is only 1, people might not be willing to risk a rare mini for 100K + tons of ectos for it. Than again, golds are useful now in factions for those who is collecting armors such as 15k armors type.
As for this collector edition, i can't wait till i get mine and get the mini dragon!
The thing about selling this pet is that only ONE is per account meaning you can make all 4 pve characters but only the main one that you created will get it. So selling it would be up to the players that owned the account. Since there is only 1, people might not be willing to risk a rare mini for 100K + tons of ectos for it. Than again, golds are useful now in factions for those who is collecting armors such as 15k armors type.
Maxiemonster
I hope it doesn't look too good, I'm already kinda broke, and I don't feel like getting intrested in the CE, since I can't afford it xD
Nah.. Nice you're getting something, you diserve this, after long waiting. I know how you guys feel without Factions, and it sucks.
Nah.. Nice you're getting something, you diserve this, after long waiting. I know how you guys feel without Factions, and it sucks.
rollntider
all I know is I havent recieved the CE yet I preordered. Quit complaining, I dont have the game.
Lord Cooper
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Originally Posted by Mordakai
According to latest chat log from Gaile, 10 days.
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CyberNigma
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Originally Posted by Mordakai
That's a good point. I bet you're happy you waited, eh, Cyber?
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EDIT: In regards to the posts above talking about their pets, my characters have 1) Hearty Warthog - Chuck Norris, 2) Hearty Strider - Tiamat, 3) Hearty Dune Lizard - Charizard, 4) Elder Black Widow - Capn Stabbin.. :-)
Xaniera
This is pretty cool, I really hope the mini version flies around. For those of you who think that now the collector's edition is merely extra money to get a game with an item you can sell for 100K + more ectos than you can count, consider this: Who in the game would be stupid enough to sell it? I mean, it doesn't do much, but now you can brag about your patience in waiting for a CE in outposts while dancing AND in explorable areas with a dragon in a holding pattern above your head.
^^ I think that sums it up quite nicely.
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fiery
Ok now im so lost, why do we have to know about your guilds mascot?
I would buy one just for having, gold is nothing to me but an item that I like is worth more.
I would buy one just for having, gold is nothing to me but an item that I like is worth more.
agentnull
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Originally Posted by Xaniera
For those of you who think that now the collector's edition is merely extra money to get a game with an item you can sell for 100K + more ectos than you can count, consider this: Who in the game would be stupid enough to sell it?
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Sir Skullcrasher
ummm. there is not real confirmation on this pet being able to fly around.
Dart
I was just about to say screw it and get the regular edition...if my other chars weren't going to benefit from the CE upgrade I was about to say forget it cuz who wants to wait till June to make their RT or Sin? Then shell out $60 so they have a cool dance? Not me :S
Way to go ArenaNet - I haven't been convinced as a PvE player that I like Factions that much...between the confusing streets and closed portals and THEN the elite missions exclusions...I have to say responding quickly to your annoyed vip CE customers was a very good move.
Dragon mini pet FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!
Way to go ArenaNet - I haven't been convinced as a PvE player that I like Factions that much...between the confusing streets and closed portals and THEN the elite missions exclusions...I have to say responding quickly to your annoyed vip CE customers was a very good move.
Dragon mini pet FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!
Count Feanor
[QUOTE=Loviatar]
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Count Feanor
How can we tell how old our character's are? I think it's about time for some B-Day presents for me.
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