Guild Wars 2

For various reasons, I periodically link

https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Paper-Bag_Helm_Skin_

as an example that anything can be linked. When I do, I almost always get a few whispers asking how it can be acquired. I know that none of the set was ever introduced. However, with the volume of whispers I receive, it would seem obvious that thousands could be sold.

Just a thought.

Yep, I’d go for it

A tin foil hat would be an instabuy too XD

I’ve wanted these since they were data mined so long ago. :c

I’m just trying to imagine a charr wearing something like this. Maybe that’s why it never happened?

Andraus.3874:

I’m just trying to imagine a charr wearing something like this. Maybe that’s why it never happened?

I doubt it. There are a lot of things in the gem store I don’t think a self-respecting charr would ever wear, but they still sell them.

Andraus.3874:

I’m just trying to imagine a charr wearing something like this. Maybe that’s why it never happened?

It’s actually quite well done IMO. They’ve even got holes torn in the bag for their horns and ears.

I doubt you’ll ever see it officially in game because of the negative connotation that “brown bagging” has.

If you consider how pro-LGBT ANET acts, adding such an item would go directly in the face of acceptance.

Frankly I’m a little surprised it is still data mine-able, but given how some errors/issues anet has left in the game for years that has an a/effect on all players, I shouldn’t be.

OneYenShort.3189:

If you consider how pro-LGBT ANET acts, adding such an item would go directly in the face of acceptance.

I’m pretty sure this was mostly due to NCSoft(The same can be applied to the reason behind no signs of Cantha or Elona). Now that ANet has moved to self-publishing after HoT, it has gained even more autonomy over GW2. Perhaps just enough to keep NCSoft away(Not 100% consider they are the parent company, but enough).

As much as I want the paper bag, imagine how most of the playerbase will react in terms of being a social justice warrior…

Just look at what “10,000 drinks” did to the forums on “promoting alcoholism”….

Then there’s also the playerbase who seem to keep getting angry when silly things are thrown into the game because it has nothing to do with “lore”.

Recently there was also a thread on “Aloha Snackbar” which someone received a ban for really quickly, later we realised that he was actually being racist after he made a 4th thread about it but the point is that Anet or what ever would probably prefer to steer clear of these “reasons” people have to be so easily offended.

Personally, I hope they release the bag… I love it when peoples feathers get ruffled over nothing.

sephiroth.4217:

As much as I want the paper bag, imagine how most of the playerbase will react in terms of being a social justice warrior…

Just look at what “10,000 drinks” did to the forums on “promoting alcoholism”….

Then there’s also the playerbase who seem to keep getting angry when silly things are thrown into the game because it has nothing to do with “lore”.

Recently there was also a thread on “Aloha Snackbar” which someone received a ban for really quickly, later we realised that he was actually being racist after he made a 4th thread about it but the point is that Anet or what ever would probably prefer to steer clear of these “reasons” people have to be so easily offended.

Personally, I hope they release the bag… I love it when peoples feathers get ruffled over nothing.

While I agree with you, I do think that giving these “reasons” too much attention, or none at all is pretty much the same thing.
It reminds me of the “reason” why ANet never really pushed for Canthan or Elonian elements in the game(besides NCSoft).
I think releasing the bags, and promoting them for what they are(PAPER BAGS WITH FACES ON THEM ...*gasp!*) would be much smarter and mature, than paying attention to their men-given subjective meanings(because that’s all they are). Not to mention, Tyria does not equal Earth. Same goes for characters, for instance, the love between Marjory and Kasmeer.

Obviously the paper bag has a deep history steeped in esoteric symbolism with the charr. If anything is sacred to them it the paper bag (and the cardboard box). To don the paper bag and bear the smilie face visage into battle is an honor and privilege that can only be bestowed by those acknowledged by the Tribunes. That they would share their stash of paper bags with the rest of the races of Tyria can only been seen as a sign of great respect.

Until you hear them beating up those bags in the dead of night at least.

While I don’t like seeing people get their feathers ruffled, I do believe…

1. This is a video game.
2. Video games are a break/escape from reality.
3. Fun should be had, therefore joke items that make no sense should be had as well. See #1.

Seen these chat linked a few times couple years back and I laugh everytime I see them.

ANet should add them to the gem store. I would totally wear one on my Charr!

Yes it is silly but I disagree with those that may think it’s lore breaking.. Markets stalls etc probably have the paper bags around to put produce/items in so there’s an origin. Doesn’t take too much to think of something.

Either way whether these were gimmick or never made it in I think they should be available.

cadmiumgreen.8712:

Obviously the paper bag has a deep history steeped in esoteric symbolism with the charr. If anything is sacred to them it the paper bag (and the cardboard box). To don the paper bag and bear the smilie face visage into battle is an honor and privilege that can only be bestowed by those acknowledged by the Tribunes. That they would share their stash of paper bags with the rest of the races of Tyria can only been seen as a sign of great respect.

Until you hear them beating up those bags in the dead of night at least.

Thank you for the LOL!