Highlights from today's AMA on Reddit (1/23/15) ZOS answers.

Bouvin

From the AMA on reddit today.

"We won't be changing the drop rate of items that have Crown Store versions." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyiku8

"We have no plans to sell weapon or armor sets in the crown store." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyk4do

"Our goal with the Crown store is to offer convenience and cosmetic items. Convenience will allow people to save themselves time. It will not allow people to get the best items or become more powerful in the game than another player could achieve. I will say openly that some people feel 'time-saving' items are buy-to-win such as being able to gain experience faster. But our perspective is that removing time barriers is something players want, without providing an unfair advantage in power." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyixug

"There will absolutely be numerous useful updates to the console UI, and some of the updates are based on popular PC add-ons. For example, a lot of the functionality in the "Loot Drops" mod is a part of the console UI by default. There are others add-ons we have drawn inspiration from as well, but I'm calling this one out specifically because I really like it.

Unfortunately, there will be no add-on support for consoles." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnykvl9

"It is likely that large updates such as a zone will be DLC. Such zones might come with new items, new style books, etc. This will almost certainly be paid for content. We also have plans to introduce systems, balance changes, new abilities as updates that are not paid for. It is important to note that this model is relatively new, and we will keep players informed as to what exactly constitutes DLC long before the DLC becomes available." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyifo8

"if you don't spend any additional money on the game other than the initial purchase, you'll be playing the same game as everyone else. The game won't be dumbed-down for non-Plus members. You would, however, see players riding cool mounts and wearing costumes you wouldn't have unless you purchased them in the Crown Store." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyirn9

"Expect to see Thieves Guild / Dark Brotherhood content in a future DLC pack. We may introduce systems with that DLC pack, although details remain to be worked out." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyjx1y

"We definitely are planning to support the game with solo content as well as group content. One of our future updates, Orsinium, will be providing solo content for players." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyke9p

"We plan to make the PC/Mac to console character transfer option available to those who are eligible well before June 9th, 2015 (we're aiming for 60 days before.)" http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnykjzi

"You won't be able to tell the difference between an ESO Plus and non-ESO Plus player." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnylrgj

"Block casting is at the top of our list of combat issues to be addressed in the future. One of the biggest changes to PvP is the additon of increased AoE caps - Abilities can how hit up to 60 targets! Additionally we've rebalanced the way ultimate is generated so it will be more balanced and fair for all classes. Ultimate generation is a static value instead of based on your number of hits and critical strikes.
With regard to class balance we're gone over all abilities in the game with patch 1.6. The main focus was buffing weaker abilities. However there there a few abilities such as the DKs Reflective Scales that we tweaked to be more in line with the rest of the game. This ability now can only reflect 4 projectiles instead of an infinite number." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyijmk

"There are a few things to go over with regards to this. To answer your specific question, the membership is specific to the platform.

You can, however, choose to link your XboxLive account to your current PC ESO account. This means a few things:

Your initial console log in experience will be much quicker. Just type in your UserID and password and start playing.

If you purchase a transfer for your PC account, you'll have a copy of your PC characters on your XboxOne ESO game. This is a one-time copy, and your characters then progress independently

All your account information is the same, so you won't need to fill out an additional information for Customer Service on console" http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyjc5c

"If you had an active account on June 30th of last year, you'll have the opportunity to buy a console version of ESO for $20.

In addition to the discounted price, we will also do a one-time copy of your PC characters to your console account (as they exist just before the console launch date). The characters would then progress independently on each platform." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyjt60

"Yes spellcrafting is still on the table! We've got a lot of cool abilities planned for this." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyjp40

"The crown store is not intended to be intrusive. We do not direct the player to it or pop it up in front of you when you run out of potions.
Its just there when you want it." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyjppi

"It's not a "12 month sub" reward, because obviously we're making the Tamriel Unlimited transition less than 12 months after launch.
What it means is that if you purchased the game and have subbed since April 2014 to March 17, 2015, you'll get the special reward. I don't anticipate there being any leeway." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnylcq7

"Crowns will be sold in packs. Exact pricing is still being determined, as is pricing in Euros and other currencies.
2) yes, ESO Plus will be the same price as the old subscription
3) our plan is for customization and convenience items only." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyl89z

"Race change, name change, alliance change, appearance change are all commonly seen in posts. These services are all being looked into. No promises on any, but we hear you!" http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnykw19

"Update 6 will be released on PC before Tamriel Unlimited, and it will be after we address any feedback from the PTS." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnyktoe

"The Champion system adds a ton of new passive skill lines. Also, Justice introduces the Legerdemain skill line. Finally, we've made several adjustments to the existing skill lines and abilities. We're probably going to let things settle for awhile after this." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnym2ee

Zhoyzu

thanks for saving me the time to figure out reddit

NotSo

subbed since April 2014 to March 17, 2015, you'll get the special reward. I don't anticipate there being any leeway.

No leeway? Even if just a couple days? But I loved youuuuu

kieso

NotSo wrote: »

subbed since April 2014 to March 17, 2015, you'll get the special reward. I don't anticipate there being any leeway.

No leeway? Even if just a couple days? But I loved youuuuu

Ommamar

Thanks for posting this, it was informative.

Languish4567

Those where literally the only questions they really answered, they just answered them 50 times, wish I had waited to read this instead of slopping through the whole thing for myself. Thanks for compiling it.

VisceralMonkey

They also said that Console users will not be limited to voice chat, you'll be able to use a text chat function or plug in a USB keyboard and use that as well. This is great for those of us who might use consoles but avoid voice chat like the plague because of the stupidity that flourishes there.

Bouvin

VisceralMonkey wrote: »

They also said that Console users will not be limited to voice chat, you'll be able to use a text chat function or plug in a USB keyboard and use that as well. This is great for those of us who might use consoles but avoid voice chat like the plague because of the stupidity that flourishes there.

Haha... you mean playing with a bunch of people who sound like Alvin and the Chipmunks?

Razzak

Wonder how long those "plans" hold?

bugmom

They also said hey, we'd like to see you riding a bear too!

Ohioastro

Razzak wrote: »

Wonder how long those "plans" hold?

Until they're not making enough money from the cash shop.

WraithAzraiel

The hell is a Legerdemain?

Samadhi

Bouvin wrote: »

...
What it means is that if you purchased the game and have subbed since April 2014 to March 17, 2015, you'll get the special reward. I don't anticipate there being any leeway." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnylcq7
...

Hope by "April" the mean the whole of April, in order to accommodate all the individuals that had account access and sub issues at launch.

Curragraigue

My zone say voice chat will be set to off. Thinking about PC zone chat and converting it from typed chat that I can easily ignore to voices competing with each other over my headset... Aaah no thanks. I'll just be in group chat thanks.

DeLindsay

Awesome find man!

Elsonso

Bouvin wrote: »

"It's not a "12 month sub" reward, because obviously we're making the Tamriel Unlimited transition less than 12 months after launch.
What it means is that if you purchased the game and have subbed since April 2014 to March 17, 2015, you'll get the special reward. I don't anticipate there being any leeway." http://www.reddit.com/r/elderscrollsonline/comments/2tfb48/welcome_to_the_eso_tamriel_unlimited_aua/cnylcq7

Obviously, I think it would be cool if they would do "at least 6 months since launch" instead of every, or most, days since launch. Especially if you participated in beta weekends and early access.

That way it would cover me.