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9/16 Traits are Rarely Used. Improvements?
ThatHappyCat
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The only traits that see any use at end-game are Divines, Infused and Impenetrable for armour and Infused, Powered, Precise and Sharpened for weapons. That's only 7 out of 16 possible traits, less than half of what we have. Perhaps the 9 that aren't used as much could be improved? I'm not saying all traits should be useful at end-game, but having more viable choices would definitely be nice. Here's some suggestions:
Armour Traits
Exploration - Obviously meant to be a leveling trait, but could do with a bit of a boost. Perhaps it could also increase gold gains from drops and chests.
Reinforced - IMO the problem with this is more of a problem with armour in general, and probably doesn't need a buff if those issues are resolved.
Sturdy - A new effect for this one. Maybe something tanky, to do with blocking (might be too much with what we already have) or healing received.
Training - A leveling trait like Exploration, but I think could be improved by making the bonus to all experience gained (with reduced numbers of course).
Well-Fitted - Allow it to also reduce the cost of dodge-rolling.
Weapon Traits
Charged - Not useful at all. How about a new effect, say a small chance to gain bonus Ultimate.
Defending - As with Reinforced, I think the problems with this trait is more to do with how armour and spell resistance currently works.
Training - As with the armour version, I'd suggest this increase all experience gained for a lower amount.
Weighted - If animation cancelling is fixed, then this trait may be viable. If ZOS has no intention of fixing it then this needs a new effect.
Armour Traits
Exploration - Obviously meant to be a leveling trait, but could do with a bit of a boost. Perhaps it could also increase gold gains from drops and chests.
Reinforced - IMO the problem with this is more of a problem with armour in general, and probably doesn't need a buff if those issues are resolved.
Sturdy - A new effect for this one. Maybe something tanky, to do with blocking (might be too much with what we already have) or healing received.
Training - A leveling trait like Exploration, but I think could be improved by making the bonus to all experience gained (with reduced numbers of course).
Well-Fitted - Allow it to also reduce the cost of dodge-rolling.
Weapon Traits
Charged - Not useful at all. How about a new effect, say a small chance to gain bonus Ultimate.
Defending - As with Reinforced, I think the problems with this trait is more to do with how armour and spell resistance currently works.
Training - As with the armour version, I'd suggest this increase all experience gained for a lower amount.
Weighted - If animation cancelling is fixed, then this trait may be viable. If ZOS has no intention of fixing it then this needs a new effect.
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hammer_fella✭✭✭I think you have made some good suggestions here.
A system that might be considered is two tiers of traits, the ones presently in existence being for level 1-50, with additional bonuses/alternative effects being applied for those traits once you hit VR ranks (or champion or whatever the future holds).
As it stands I think the current traits are fine for 1-50, because it simply isn't as vital to max all your stats. Having 'Sturdy' armor is actually not such a bad thing when all you really need is for a piece to survive for a couple levels (or less) before you switch it out for a new drop. I've crafted entire sets of 'Well-Fitted' for low level players before, and I'm sure they have fun with it, sprinting their way to-and-fro because they can't afford a horse yet. Obviously, that would be a poor choice for VR though.
It's so incredibly short-sighted that I've actually received quest rewards at VR levels with the 'Exploration' trait. I mean, seriously? If the same traits are to apply at VR, they should definitely have some additional bonuses.Edited by hammer_fella on September 15, 2014 4:41AMAldmeri Dominion (NA)
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Arninator✭✭Both of you made some interesting points. I agree with a majority of the ideas presented.Sum body stole my sweet roll 4 the Queen1 -
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✭✭✭I want to say training might still be useful for people who want to grind up a skill line.
And I don't know about you, but I tend to go through weapon enchantment charges on a regular basis. When traveling through PvE I might carry a charged trait weapon for dealing with trash mobs.Main: Drio Azul ~ DC, Redguard, Healer/Magicka Templar ~ NA-PC
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And break free. It will be veru usefull in PvP.Well-Fitted - Allow it to also reduce the cost of dodge-rolling.
Or increase inventory capacity. Maybe that will be a little bit more useful than it's now.
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ThatHappyCat✭✭✭✭✭driosketch wrote: »I want to say training might still be useful for people who want to grind up a skill line.
And I don't know about you, but I tend to go through weapon enchantment charges on a regular basis. When traveling through PvE I might carry a charged trait weapon for dealing with trash mobs.
I realise Training is meant to be a leveling trait, hence why I suggested it to be expanded to all experience gained instead of giving it a new effect.
Charged gives what, 25% extra enchantment charges? It simply isn't useful as all it does is save you a tiny amount of money on Soul Gems, similar to how Sturdy isn't useful as all it does is save you some money.Excellent thoughts and ideas that we will gladly pass along! But don't forget to share this in game via the /feedback command.
Thanks!
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