Guild Wars 2

From the outset i would like to say Ive been havig a great time in game so far. I think the concept art is amazing and the stroyline is like none other in any MMO ive played.

Unfortunately this is one of those negative threads of frusturation for a few things missed which hopefuly ANet can fix.

1) Aesthetics should improve as I level up, simple as that. Ive been discouraged from equipping new gear that is statistically better, because it looks like a starters item.
2) No signatures on crafted items. This is a basic simple concept and gives a great sense of customisation and uniqueness. Im feel like Im too much “one of the masses” and not my own hero.
3) No deuling system/1v1 pvp – main arguement for this is why not include it? people enjoy a friendly duel with no consequences other than a bit of fun.
4) Not being able to view gear on other players. Again simple concept and it gives a better sense of community plus allows players to see something they like, identify it, then strive for it.

For me these are the small touches but they make all the difference. In a game of this epic magnitude (which is truly impressive) theyve got so much of the macro issues right, but some of those micro issues cant be ignored. Pulling my hair out frusturated =/

I absolutely agree with 1) … I’m now lvl 45 and I still have the exact same armor as my starting armor. I know that skins become important once you turn 80, and I don’t expect to see super nice armor below that, but some kind of progress would be nice. I at least found a good sword skin with around lvl 30 that I am carrying over via Transmutation stones ever since because nothing else turned up.

Transmutation stones are a semi-acceptable solution, but honestly not sufficient for legitmate aesthetic progress that a game this epic should allow for.

Well if you do like the look of a certain armor then use a transmutation stone and transmute the look to an armor with better stats.

I totally have to disagree with #1. I feel like dyes and Cultural Armor give me a lot of customization and ways to make myself feel epic and unique. Coming from games like City of Heroes and GW1, I guess I’m used to not really having that many visual gear upgrades, but rather having ways to customize myself. Transmutation stones are a great addition for this, and also the addition of Cultural Armor in this game feels pretty epic. I got my Tier 1 as soon as I hit 35 and I feel like I’m looking pretty bada**.

I agree with #2. I think having your name on things you’ve made is pretty fun, and that’s a feature from Star Wars Galaxies and WoW that I really liked.

I have no opinion on #3, I’ve played games with and without this feature, and I found that I’m not much of a dueler. I’m sure it would add something for people that like to pvp a lot.

And I don’t see why #4 is at all necessary. Just ask the person what they’re wearing.

I’ve seen some people in some truly amazing and unique looking armors and weapons that are top-notch thanks to transmutation stones. With them, you can combine the stats of one items with the looks of another.

I would like to see #2 as well.

To #3, I believe ArenaNet has said they will add in a dueling feature if enough community interest is shown in it. Until then, they are prioritizing other things.

I disagree with #4. I believe you should have to actually communicate with a person if you want to find out what they’re wearing. But that’s just a personal opinion.