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Sven Osymthe 03-19-2010 11:03 PM

It hasn't been released yet, muffin pirate.

Crazypirate 03-19-2010 11:11 PM

I think the update will be great for the game a little late yes, D did say it was coming out last summer, but at least it will be here soon. Now quit with all this other stuff and please work on the next story PLEASE! I have to agree with Sarah this is not the I worship everything D does fansite and forum. I am a die hard Vikings fan and will watch every game I can and always cheer whole heartedly for them to win. Does that mean when either the organization, the coach, or a player does something I do not agree with I should stop being a fan, or that I should not speak up and voice my opinion? NO WAY! If you want to rant or complain go ahead, if you want to be positive and supportive go ahead, but NOBODY should tell another player to quit playing the game for voicing their opinion!

Raikel 03-19-2010 11:13 PM

The Dual Cutlass formations would also be a good add, and maybe some of the french style moves. But if we don't get those, I'll get over it. I am also sorta skeptical as to whether I'll have to remake my character or not. If so, it should be easy, I've gotten to level 23 in a day, and would gladly do it again. However, if I don't have to, then I may try to make another character just for fun. I just hope the gravediggers have a drop, and we could sell items to our friends.

But you know, I am still not playing at the moment, which is a good thing. Because if they add a little more than they can work, they might end up making us wait a while longer. I can see why they waited to do this, because they have no true skill at making different weapon types, and crossing certain weapon skills over to other types of weapons. I just hope they have been working on this stuff for a good while, and are fully prepared to release. I'm not going to sit and wait around for this like I did the Kraken.

BTW, if you guys want to tell people to leave the game, go to World of Warcraft, that's where you people belong. Around here, we support people who play the game, and wait for its updates, not the ones who are snobs and think they can tell everybody what to do.

Edward Edgemenace 03-19-2010 11:33 PM

After two and a half years of perpetually having "too much gold" - e.g. buying someone a war galleon or war frigate each week...what's the new max gonna be? Infinite?

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Originally Posted by MacIronhawk (Post 201237)
EDIT: P.S. I'm serious when I say, if anyone gets a sword I want, and we can start trading things, I'll gladly pay 10k-45k for the sword.

If I get El Patron's Sword, MacIronhawk, I'll sell it to you for US $10,000.00 sure. :-)

Hmmmm. It sure would be nice to get a rare drop from each expedition fleet battle won. But somehow, it seems like doing a "drop" system is a dramatic shift from this genre. They stopped doing clothing drops a year ago...is this setup a high maintenance scenario or what? Even if it is a system like "common" items dropped from every boss defeated...idk. We'll have to see how this goes, eh?


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The announcement says "42 clothing items." Pfffffffft.
Hat, shirt, vest, coat, belt, pants, boots = 7. Currently, you get starter item + 3 slots to fill + any clothing drops received after that inventory is full. Some people had all slots full before doing the quests, then got subsequent clothing drops. Add things like the "black bandana," the "gold bandana," the "red bandana," the "valentine's day shirt" and you could conceivably have 10 hat items alone...today.

Their new system is 42 clothing items? 6 slots instead of 3? What gives! That doesn't even cover the items people currently have! Why not 1,000 hats? Surely they aren't suggesting they transfer all that information around to every pirate encountered...only the clothes visible should be packet-identified to other viewing pirates. If they are worried about causing lag from increasing inventory, perhaps simply making that information (correctly) private could solve some lag issues...

Seriously...6 slots per clothing type? Seriously? I just don't get it - they know the limit should be huge, right? Why only 3 additional clothing slots? If you are going to the trouble of changing it all around, why leave the limit ridiculously low? Seems like a waste of programmer hours to me...they will still get the same complaints that people don't have room in inventory for special-event items.

Why did Disney call it the "bandana incident" - note: that's 2008 not 2009. The problem from that time, isn't fixed by the new inventory - if anything, this update seems worse (and I haven't even seen it yet - just going on reported facts!)


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Disney's continued spiteful punishment of basics - not to give unlimiteds more - but to punish basics - is gonna bite them. Ads continue to say "Play Online For Free" while they do stuff like this. The downgrades in-game for basics that were formerly unlimited is outrageous. It's as if Disney is saying "thanks for being our customer - now keep paying for nothing or we'll make it worse than being a starter character." The majority of the nag screens appear only for formerly-unlimited basics, instead of newbie basics at the end of 1 week. People continue to go basic for lack of content - so instead of adding new quests they add random drops. That oughta make their former customers come back. Not.

Think about it - the basics (that were formerly unlimited) that you see in-game are without any question, the most helpful pirates you encounter. They can't steal rep - they give away gold weekly - they boost your crew bonus - they heal like you've never seen - they revive you when you're down - they sail you around when you need cannon rep - they give you retraining hints when they see you doing something wrong. Why? Just to hang out with old friends occasionally, while waiting for whatever they are waiting for. (The Kraken, in my case.) In return, they get 10 times the nag screens that "preview basics" get, they get insults daily from elitists, they can't use skills they've earned, they can't use ships they've earned, they can't wear (OR EVEN SELL) clothes they earned from drops or quests, they can't wear tats they've earned, they can't finish quests that they started and now they can't equip weapons they capture. "Play Online For Free" is quite far from a true statement. Once you've paid money to Disney for some unlimited because you thought it might be worth it, the mouse marks you as a target.

Quite frankly, the attitude shown by several above, is beyond sickening. But what goes around, comes around; no action needed on my part, there.

Jamesvsthekraken 03-19-2010 11:45 PM

Question: Will we have to start over when this hits live? I dont want to get rid of my characters. :'( oh and btw woot on over a hundred replies to this news article lol :)

Deadpool 03-19-2010 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamesvsthekraken (Post 201369)
Question: Will we have to start over when this hits live? I dont want to get rid of my characters. :'( oh and btw woot on over a hundred replies to this news article lol :)

I highly doubt you would have to. To sum it up to what I believe is happening: We get more inventory room on top of current inventory, and new weapons on top of old one that have a chance to provide a new ability to your current characters.... I got right.... right?

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-20-2010 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Crazypirate (Post 201362)
I think the update will be great for the game a little late yes, D did say it was coming out last summer, but at least it will be here soon. Now quit with all this other stuff and please work on the next story PLEASE! I have to agree with Sarah this is not the I worship everything D does fansite and forum. I am a die hard Vikings fan and will watch every game I can and always cheer whole heartedly for them to win. Does that mean when either the organization, the coach, or a player does something I do not agree with I should stop being a fan, or that I should not speak up and voice my opinion? NO WAY! If you want to rant or complain go ahead, if you want to be positive and supportive go ahead, but NOBODY should tell another player to quit playing the game for voicing their opinion!

Ugh, I'm a Packers fan. We're enemies for life.:pirate91:
James, We're not going to have to start our characters over, that's just a rumor started to cause panic.

skullduggery bones 03-20-2010 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Crazypirate (Post 201362)
I think the update will be great for the game a little late yes, D did say it was coming out last summer, but at least it will be here soon. Now quit with all this other stuff and please work on the next story PLEASE! I have to agree with Sarah this is not the I worship everything D does fansite and forum. I am a die hard Vikings fan and will watch every game I can and always cheer whole heartedly for them to win. Does that mean when either the organization, the coach, or a player does something I do not agree with I should stop being a fan, or that I should not speak up and voice my opinion? NO WAY! If you want to rant or complain go ahead, if you want to be positive and supportive go ahead, but NOBODY should tell another player to quit playing the game for voicing their opinion!

With regards the new weapons/ inventory system. The Developers Diary #15 Disney didnt say it would be out last summer it said....
'Hopefully, you'll see some of these additions before the end of summer.' ( it didn't say ALL of the additions)
I'm sure they are working on/ have ready the next story chapter and i'm sure all this 'other stuff' is needed before we progress to the next chapter.
(No truer word said about it not being a 'I worship everything D does here' fansite. lol)
Fair winds Mates!

Crazypirate 03-20-2010 12:32 AM

This is from the March 2009 Newsletter
On the Horizon ...
We hear you! Pirates like to collect stuff, so naturally being able to carry more things - and possibly even trading these things with other players - is something we know all Pirates are very interested in.

In response to your comments for a better inventory system, we're currently working on major improvements to Inventory. When these changes come online in the middle of the year, you'll have more places to store effects like clothing, hats, and other items. Plus, we'll be releasing new items and effects to customize your Pirate. Keep an eye on the Newsletter for more information about this update!
I guess they meant the middle of next year LOL

http://piratesonline.go.com/v3/#/gam..._diary_13.html

skullduggery bones 03-20-2010 12:56 AM

Developers Diary #14 April 17th 09 also says....

Inventory. Our inventory system is still undergoing a dynamic overhaul. As I've said before, Pirates by their very nature collect stuff, so having more slots for storage, is definitely something Pirates could use, and of course that will mean new clothing, hats, and other items to accessorize your Pirate.

This was put back it seems while they worked on game performance. But it was mantioned again in the next Developers Diary #15. (see my last post for quote.)
Things cant always be brought out when they say (things beyond their control happen) But it has always been coming. And now it is upon us. Whats the point of criticising it before we know how its gonna play out.

Crazypirate 03-20-2010 01:23 AM

Well of course they changed the date ie its now coming soon! I could tell you the next story quest will be coming out next month only to move the date back again and again whatever keeps those players exited and paying till we figure it out keeps the money rolling in and the game open!

Captain Del 03-20-2010 01:25 AM

Mamma mia, this really turned in to a really long discussion. Might as well throw in my two cents while the bonfire is still lit..

The way I see it: just be glad that its here and on the way. I'll admit, I was pretty hypocritical of how long it actually took them to get it done, but at least now I have the satisfaction of knowing its quite close. Can't always hang on past mistakes, aye?

I honestly don't care about how much I'm paying compared to other MMO's (which, btw, POTCO has one of the lowest monthly charges out there) or how late we got this content compared to others, and other stuff. As I previously stated, I'm just glad its here. This game keeps me entertained, whether through its gaming aspects or its social ones. After all, MMO's are just games there for entertainment. And if I had to rate POTCO based on how entertaining it is, it gets a 10/10.

I realize how frustrating it must be on how limiting the game is to Basics. Trust me, I was Basic a few weeks ago, and I wanted to tear my hair out. But you need to take this from Disney's point of view - this game to them is a company. Company's make you money. And if you give basics more stuff... well, your losing money! Which is why many people see basic access as so limiting. This makes new pirates wanna experience all parts of the game. And when people get Unlimited, then Disney gets (you guessed it) money! I'm not saying I agree with this, you just gotta realize their stance on this argument. After all, if you only hear the Prosecution's testimony in a court case, and not the Defense's, chances are, you'll lean towards the Prosecution.

Back on topic... I'm excited to see how this is gonna work out.

I don't need ends on ends of clothing pieces, yet 3 pieces of clothing was kinda frustrating, especially when you have to sell one of your favorite pieces to buy something else. So I'd say 6 is a fair amount... well, at least, thats what I, a male player may say. Not so sure about the girls though :D

I'm actually glad they didn't have us do another quest. After all, after 2 sets of weapon quests, I'm sure they might run out of ideas by the 3rd. After all, its more exciting to be uncertain WHEN your gonna get your loot, other than just grinding through easy tasks (if your in the higher levels, at least.)

A higher gold cap? I can barely reach the current cap with all the spending I do! I think in order to increase the gold cap successfully, they need to add more stuff to actually spend it on - the ability to carry more ships (or even new ships, or customization :D) new clothing, jewelry, etc. etc.

And lastly, I'm really excited that you'll actually be able to have different weapons than everybody else (especially that El Patron sword!) You know, it kinda gets drab and repetitive when every single level 45 has the same sword. With this new edition, it makes the game more exciting, more colorful. Now, you'll WANT to find those bigger and badder weapons (gotta catch em all!)

This update is definately going to have a HUGE impact on the game, PvE, PvP, and social-wise. No matter how it ends up working, I'm still looking foward to it :)

Crazypirate 03-20-2010 01:31 AM

Oh and btw what about my pirate that already has 42 clothing items under the current inventory system where is his expansion! If it is possible to have 42 under the current system then they are just dressing up what is already there.

Raikel 03-20-2010 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Captain Del (Post 201391)
Mamma mia, this really turned in to a really long discussion. Might as well throw in my two cents while the bonfire is still lit..

The way I see it: just be glad that its here and on the way. I'll admit, I was pretty hypocritical of how long it actually took them to get it done, but at least now I have the satisfaction of knowing its quite close. Can't always hang on past mistakes, aye?

I honestly don't care about how much I'm paying compared to other MMO's (which, btw, POTCO has one of the lowest monthly charges out there) or how late we got this content compared to others, and other stuff. As I previously stated, I'm just glad its here. This game keeps me entertained, whether through its gaming aspects or its social ones. After all, MMO's are just games there for entertainment. And if I had to rate POTCO based on how entertaining it is, it gets a 10/10.

I realize how frustrating it must be on how limiting the game is to Basics. Trust me, I was Basic a few weeks ago, and I wanted to tear my hair out. But you need to take this from Disney's point of view - this game to them is a company. Company's make you money. And if you give basics more stuff... well, your losing money! Which is why many people see basic access as so limiting. This makes new pirates wanna experience all parts of the game. And when people get Unlimited, then Disney gets (you guessed it) money! I'm not saying I agree with this, you just gotta realize their stance on this argument. After all, if you only hear the Prosecution's testimony in a court case, and not the Defense's, chances are, you'll lean towards the Prosecution.

Back on topic... I'm excited to see how this is gonna work out.

I don't need ends on ends of clothing pieces, yet 3 pieces of clothing was kinda frustrating, especially when you have to sell one of your favorite pieces to buy something else. So I'd say 6 is a fair amount... well, at least, thats what I, a male player may say. Not so sure about the girls though :D

I'm actually glad they didn't have us do another quest. After all, after 2 sets of weapon quests, I'm sure they might run out of ideas by the 3rd. After all, its more exciting to be uncertain WHEN your gonna get your loot, other than just grinding through easy tasks (if your in the higher levels, at least.)

A higher gold cap? I can barely reach the current cap with all the spending I do! I think in order to increase the gold cap successfully, they need to add more stuff to actually spend it on - the ability to carry more ships (or even new ships, or customization :D) new clothing, jewelry, etc. etc.

And lastly, I'm really excited that you'll actually be able to have different weapons than everybody else (especially that El Patron sword!) You know, it kinda gets drab and repetitive when every single level 45 has the same sword. With this new edition, it makes the game more exciting, more colorful. Now, you'll WANT to find those bigger and badder weapons (gotta catch em all!)

This update is definately going to have a HUGE impact on the game, PvE, PvP, and social-wise. No matter how it ends up working, I'm still looking foward to it :)


I had heard that Pirates had started this system during the summer, but the reason they didn't release was because of its higher levels. They were probably working on it to allow us more freedom with the update, and not have to mess with starting over. Sounds logical, but you know, Disney is (iREALLY!) slow at fixing, and making updates....

But I do believe this guy knows what he's saying, and he definitely knows what he wants. The gold is not really used for much more than a few select clothing items, and other items that your character can wear in the game. I would love to see new ships and ship parts that were promised before as well, but I would really like to buy more than a few weapons. Beyond buying ammo and your basic beginner weapons in the Gun Shop and Cutlass shop, there is just nothing more to see when you go into either one of the shops. The game has been rather, unsatisfying due to those points, but they will hopefully help to remedy this issue with the weapon shops.

Crazypirate 03-20-2010 02:29 AM

http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...ramy/vests.jpg
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...amy/shirts.jpg
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...ramy/pants.jpg
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...eramy/hats.jpg
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...ramy/coats.jpg
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...ramy/boots.jpg
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...ramy/belts.jpg

Add em up remember there are 4 items to each page
4 vests
10 shirts
7 pants
5 coats
4 shoes
6 hats
6 belts
42 total clothing items under the current inventory system so what exactly got expanded as far as the clothes go?

Kraken Guard 03-20-2010 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Crazypirate (Post 201404)
Add em up remember there are 4 items to each page
4 vests
10 shirts
7 pants
5 coats
4 shoes
6 hats
6 belts
42 total clothing items under the current inventory system so what exactly got expanded as far as the clothes go?


Gosh darn it, i KNEW there was going to be a cache! I hope they mean 42 of each type.. (like 42 Vests, 42 Shirts, etc..)

CarribeanThunder 03-20-2010 02:49 AM

Quote From Crazypirate :
( Too lazy to actually quote it - plus the quote would be long )

In your case, it wouldn't be much since you have gotten many rare drops ( Or so it seems that way ). Most people usually have 4 of each section.
4x7=28.

In this case, the Clothing Inventory boost would be very useful. Again, in your case, you broke the cap - meaning the drops you got still went into your pocket.

Edit: I'm sure, Babidi, that it MIGHT be 42 of each item. That would be around 11 pages of clothes ( 4 On each - 2 on the remaining page ). I soubt it'll be like that, though, as there aren't many clothes of each type unless you want to make a rainbow of them.

Sven Osymthe 03-20-2010 03:00 AM

Considering 28 was the actual amount of clothing we were intended to carry, 42 is a nice amount. Granted those of us who took up quests, got item drops, and free items may have reached the cap. But at least we don't have to limit our closet to three items in order to buy something new, just limit our total items to 42.. assuming that's how things work.

hey 210 03-20-2010 03:56 AM

please
 
ive been waiting for this my favortie weapon i want is the musket it can be a musket fight against the navy

albbie 03-20-2010 04:59 AM

CrazyPirate - I think you may be taking this too literal ... how about thinking about the pirates that would rather have 25 shirts ... 10 pants and could care less which shoes they wear ... this will allow you to customize more and actually select what you want instead of being locked into having only 4 of everything. Get it? I think the inventory is being expanded in terms of freedom more so than individual item count. I for one can't wait and look forward to seeing this Live ... (hopefully soon)

Jack Sunshot 03-20-2010 10:08 AM

That rolling attack is sick. I can't wait to see it in action!

Dog Firestack 03-20-2010 11:44 AM

Seems we have new updates finally coming! This will change everything in game, SvS, PvP, single combat. Also will put more excitement into the game! Can't wait to see this in test updates. Let us just hope that the fiend Jolly doesn't get there first!

Crazypirate 03-20-2010 03:58 PM

My point was that with the current system it is possible to have 42 or more clothing items you were only limited by progamming that limited the number you could buy not hold. What happens when that same pirate currently has more than the allowed total of jewelry and tats will he lose some? I think the new weapons stuff will be great I just think D needs to really increase the storage space not do it halfway!

Raikel 03-20-2010 03:59 PM

I just hope in PvP if I'm going at a guy and we both try rolling attack, we don't zoom through one another and make some sort of fusion glitch.

seafox 03-20-2010 04:26 PM

In other games you are limited too,,,you can "buy" or rent space, like banking slots,,,bags, whatever,,,but you can't have every item in game at one time(if ya know a game, I'd like to know about it),,,,,but more is more....Speaking for the female contigency, not all,,,,but some;) the trading or selling will keep the clothes from piling up,,,and make favorite items readily available since they will be "on the market"....not just disappear....and be bartered for,,also, that opens dis to more easily add seasonal items/drops...etc. They will gauge if slots need expansion...I mean developers aren't going to jump straight to the limits of what they "can" do....they seem to have answered most of what was requested....lets see how that goes...try thinking 'out of the box' a little...these improvements will lead to more,,,if received in a positive light...sure with coaxing....I can harangue with the best of em :)

Jamesvsthekraken 03-20-2010 04:53 PM

I hope we can still attack the same way like clicking the left mouse button, or pressing the control button. I mean cause in some games like Perfect World International, or Shaiya when you click on an enemy and then you automatically attack it. :/ :( :) I think we will have the same system though. I hope :'( :( :/

Captain Del 03-20-2010 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamesvsthekraken (Post 201466)
I hope we can still attack the same way like clicking the left mouse button, or pressing the control button. I mean cause in some games like Perfect World International, or Shaiya when you click on an enemy and then you automatically attack it. :/ :( :) I think we will have the same system though. I hope :'( :( :/

Again, this update will have no effect on the way combat goes on. The only thing this update will change combat-wise is new attacks, stronger and different weapons, etc. If they were changing combat all together, they would have said so.

MacIronhawk 03-20-2010 05:36 PM

There are seven different types of clothing items we can have. Currently we can only hold four for each, which is 7 times 4, or 28.

We're getting an additional 14 spaces with the update, or 2 for each slot. I don't know about you guys, but I don't really care for belts or hats, so that's even more spaces towards other things, which I think is a good deal.

However, I don't see why they just don't add in quests to expand our inventory, until we can hold hundreds of items. In other games with better inventory systems you can hold hundreds, even thousands of items if you want to. Why not in this game?

The changes with the weapons... we'll all get used to, whether we like it or not, but there should be 8 spaces to "equip" weapons, in my opinion. So we can have one of each.(with the two new weapons, too.) I think this is the first update that I've ever actually thought was good, although it could be better.(putting the invasions and EITC fleets aside)

P.S. I just want to say, I think this is a great way to expand the combat system. New attacks, weapons, etc... the game is just going to get more time consuming as far as leveling now.(which I like, because it keeps me busy.)

hey 210 03-20-2010 08:14 PM

what is exactly a voodoo stave

Jamesvsthekraken 03-20-2010 08:32 PM

i think basically another voodoo doll object i could be wrong though :/

Captain Del 03-20-2010 08:35 PM

Quote:

what is exactly a voodoo stave
Staves is just the plural for staff, as in voodoo staff ;)

blaster54 03-20-2010 08:38 PM

that is so cool!

James Bladefury 03-20-2010 10:24 PM

Greetings Mates. I was on the Pirates Online Game website, and I saw the Expedition fleet pass through the little slideshow... I noticed it said from March 19-22. From this information, we learn that the new weapon upgrades and inventory expansion will not be available to the 22nd. I believe the update will come to test on the 23rd or later from exxamining this information.

- James Bladefury

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-21-2010 12:13 AM

Yeah, I guess the fleets are more of a weekend thing.

makutaa 03-22-2010 04:00 AM

Considering im not an upgrade kinda guy, im not that excited cuz obviously im not going 2 get any of these new weps but still cool and very entertaining. you should add more enemy types and ships also.

Jamesvsthekraken 03-22-2010 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by makutaa (Post 201693)
Considering im not an upgrade kinda guy, im not that excited cuz obviously im not going 2 get any of these new weps but still cool and very entertaining. you should add more enemy types and ships also.

everyone will get these new weapons whether you're a non-member/basic member or an unlimited member. :piratewheelgo2:

Dockwrecker The Privateer 03-22-2010 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamesvsthekraken (Post 201735)
everyone will get these new weapons whether you're a non-member/basic member or an unlimited member. :piratewheelgo2:

Well,basic will get some of them,which is enough for me at current.The Payers will be able to get them all.

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-22-2010 04:55 PM

Sure you're going to get new weapons! Why not?

JM Ohara 03-22-2010 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarribeanThunder (Post 201409)
Quote From Crazypirate :
( Too lazy to actually quote it - plus the quote would be long )

In your case, it wouldn't be much since you have gotten many rare drops ( Or so it seems that way ). Most people usually have 4 of each section.
4x7=28.

In this case, the Clothing Inventory boost would be very useful. Again, in your case, you broke the cap - meaning the drops you got still went into your pocket.

Edit: I'm sure, Babidi, that it MIGHT be 42 of each item. That would be around 11 pages of clothes ( 4 On each - 2 on the remaining page ). I soubt it'll be like that, though, as there aren't many clothes of each type unless you want to make a rainbow of them.

A bit of clarification on CrazyPirate. I think you're right mate, the 42 items could be an issue in your case.

At the moment yes, we have the ability to only purchase so we are up to 4 items per type, Vest, Shirt, Bottom, Coat, Boots, Hat, Belt, or yes 28. That said from the PR, Tuga, and PDF clothing quests we gain 19 items. (3 vest, 3 shirt, 3 bottom, 3 shoe, 3 belt, 3 hat, 1 coat. [I think, it's been a while since I did any but the PDF]) Last time I checked that totaled 47 items right there. The new cap is 42. So, assuming they don't mean 42 of each item, and also that unlike now quest items count in those totals, we will be not gaining, but loosing spaces. Hardly fair. Now, if, like currently the quest items do NOT count, then no problem for those of us who don't have the full inventory.

I just wonder, like CrazyPirate, if the pirates out there who have the full compliment of chosen and quest items will loose some. Because I really don't think they mean 42 of each item. (Another large Disney MMO just recently switched from numbers per item to one large lump number for all as well. Personally, I'd love their member total, they get 500 clothing items and 300 of home stuff, which in our case could be jewelry and tattoos. As if there were even that many or that many good ones. I'd be happy with a lump of 300 items total for clothing and jewelry and tattoos.) In case your wondering, yes, I'm a girl. :D That's just my added thoughts on this.

Buck Seahawk 03-22-2010 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by makutaa (Post 201693)
Considering im not an upgrade kinda guy, im not that excited cuz obviously im not going 2 get any of these new weps but still cool and very entertaining. you should add more enemy types and ships also.

You're gonna' get the weapons whether you want them or not. Unless you don't go sailing and sink ships or fight on land. Unless you sell the ones you find, which wouldn't make sense to me, you could avoid the new weapons.

Raikel 03-22-2010 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buck Seahawk (Post 201760)
You're gonna' get the weapons whether you want them or not. Unless you don't go sailing and sink ships or fight on land. Unless you sell the ones you find, which wouldn't make sense to me, you could avoid the new weapons.

Considering the track record on how disney is about selling clothing items when you're limited, I'm not even sure if you can hold the unlimited items, or sell them for that matter. Still, this update looks as if it will be fun for both limited and unlimited members. It will at least be something for certain people like Norries and other valued members of the past to try and get them back in game.

swordshot 03-22-2010 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Buck Seahawk (Post 201760)
You're gonna' get the weapons whether you want them or not. Unless you don't go sailing and sink ships or fight on land. Unless you sell the ones you find, which wouldn't make sense to me, you could avoid the new weapons.

:bookishfj7: it says u can sell it too :D
the point is proven:laughks2:

Crazypirate 03-22-2010 11:05 PM

I think the new weapons will be cool, and it will bring back the randomness that was lost in PVP when skills reassignment came out. My only displeasure with this update is with the amounts on the clothes and tat/jewelry "expansion". My first pirate was maxed everything including gold before those side quests came out so he spent his gold on stuff so he could plunder more, the pirate way of life. So when they came out they added to his current totals he now has 44 clothing items and 43 combined tats and jewelry so is D going to take away items I currently have to bring me in line with the "expanded" total. If your going to call it an expansion make it more than currently possible it cant be that hard!

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-23-2010 01:45 AM

Man, they are not going to take any of your stuff away. It probably means that you can now buy 42 items not including quests or something, but I am certain that they will not take stuff away.

ex8404 03-23-2010 02:49 AM

Since we are all speculating without a single shred of hands-on evidence, is it remotely possible that the new system will be in addition to what is being stored in the shops?

Crazypirate 03-23-2010 02:54 AM

Now that would be cool!

jason davy 03-23-2010 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ex8404 (Post 201836)
Since we are all speculating without a single shred of hands-on evidence, is it remotely possible that the new system will be in addition to what is being stored in the shops?

Interesting. In the picture the guy isn't in a shop. I think you may be right. Hope so anyway.

Jamesvsthekraken 03-23-2010 01:54 PM

I hope they dont delete the shops. :'( :( :/ Anyway i hope this is coming either tuesday night (tonight) or thursday. What do you guys think? :) :/

Midhav 03-23-2010 02:16 PM

I already answered u with the PM James.
Anyway, guys please note that this is only an expansion of the current inventory and not the bleedin' loot system we've all been waiting for ( as i said many times - changing quests how they're done, trading, commerce and ways of loot earning, thats what i expect ).

MacIronhawk 03-23-2010 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ex8404 (Post 201836)
Since we are all speculating without a single shred of hands-on evidence, is it remotely possible that the new system will be in addition to what is being stored in the shops?

You're probably right. And it's not like they can just make shops available for purchasing cloths only. Taking away our storage in the shops and putting it in a pouch doesn't seem right.

I don't know, but I sure hope something like this happens.

Midhav 03-23-2010 03:39 PM

Well if they put pirate lairs or guild hideouts it would make absolute sense to store such extremities of items...

Eliza Creststeel 03-23-2010 03:52 PM

I agree with EX8404... there's no sign that the merchants are going anywhere... but the only reason we had the storage there is because there was no direct access to our material.

Having to see a tat artist each time you wanted to trade your art made some sense, but going to a tailor to change your own clothes or a jeweler to swap rings made less sense.

But, besides the drag and drop weapon choices there's no indication that you still won't have to go to those places to change appearance items. Even if we could swap ALL of that - merchants will still have to exist for initial purchases, selling of unwanted items and quests.

Midhav 03-23-2010 04:42 PM

well true E.t.C, thats what they function to be in Runescape, and I shall repeat it once more, the Loot system once it comes out after the Inventory and Weapons update better be like the controlled commerce in Runescape!!!!!
-Midhav

Dog Firestack 03-23-2010 10:01 PM

Guild hideouts mates? There's more than 600,000 guilds all over the caribbean so there wouldbe a LOT of hideouts and lairs mate.

Tom Sharkwash 03-23-2010 11:08 PM

Dog has a good point.
I'm so glad Disney is putting new weapons in the game, can't wait!

seafox 03-23-2010 11:43 PM

Ya, guild hideouts not really feasible, but those for, say classes of pirates....lol...like the good, the bad, and the ugly...i dunno....like taverns for hanging out in...but with training, mebbe banking.....but more piratey,,mebbe on each island...like you join French or Spanish...why not join an island hideout and that be your base....taverns are so....so......."civilian"....

william kid 03-24-2010 01:18 AM

I think they could offer guild islands,halls, etc etc. They offer homes on toon town and I play another game and they offer them for each guild and have different islands to choose from. I would say that game is as large as pirates probably larger. The problem come down to where to spend the dev teams time. There are lots of cool thing and lots of ideas they could add but does it add to the game. Lets face it they just announced a big update with all kinds of new weps, moves and inventory and by post 157 in the thread about it we are talking about what they could add next. WHY? because this is very cool but isn't going to keep you busy for 6 months same with guild halls its a neat idea and your gonna be all wow when ya get it but after you have walked around in it for 2 days your gonna be like ok now what do we do. I'm not complaining I love the new update and will be glad when it goes live (but I'm easily amused) but I would much rather see a new story line in the future than more window dressing

Eliza Creststeel 03-24-2010 03:07 AM

Well, aye - there a LOT of guilds. The guild house would be virtual - a place members would TP to or walk through a 'hidden' door to.

Midhav 03-24-2010 04:19 AM

No lads.... Its what William said, that Toontown has its own server for a house. D itself mentioned Pirates hideouts and Guild hideouts and more specifically Guild islands and ships in its recent opinion survey. I doubt that they are actually 600,000 guilds though. Nontheless it would not affect Game PLay of current servers as it mostly would be having a server of its own, and is more of a reason to believe that we can hold many items and weapons.....
-Midhav

Rannulf 03-24-2010 04:37 AM

This thread is near epic in lenght and breath of opinions! :degen:

I for one can not wait for this update! I asked D for all this! Now D will deliver.

I would still like to see the following:
Eye patches, peg legs, hooks, etc.
More Ships
More clothing

That said I am happy with the game and will renew my memberships when due!

seafox 03-24-2010 05:30 AM

Aye, I'll second that......:)

Jamesvsthekraken 03-24-2010 04:06 PM

Yeah who knows whats in store for new clothes and new jewelry are we gonna get necklaces and about that barrel with the grenades in it i think thats ammo or for grenades/cannons.

KeeperOfTheCode 03-24-2010 08:09 PM

March 18, 2010 05:32PM
Jesse Blue
Most pirates say that these will better there chances of defeating Jolly Roger, but where is the fun in that? The difficulty of defeating Jolly Roger is the fun part. Plus, you no longer have the ability to switch between any of your weapons in the heat of a difficult battle. I just can't accepst the idea.

March 18, 2010 05:32PM
POTCO Developer

Appreciate your comment, Jesse. Although I understand your concern regarding pirates defeating Jolly too easily, remember that Jolly has been searching for these same weapons, so his forces will be well equipped too. I think you'll find the odds in battle will be pretty even to the levels they are now. More challenges are on the horizon...

These are exact quotes from the grog blog. It sounds like we'll have new enemies to go with the new weapons! This will make things more interesting. Hope these "new" enemies aren't just souped-up, renamed versions of older enemies!

Bubba Bunny x 03-24-2010 08:50 PM

Still cant wait for these new updates, but I would really like to know when these updates come out on test (which is not stated)

Jamesvsthekraken 03-24-2010 10:18 PM

Hopefully this week.. i hope.. :'( :( :/

MacIronhawk 03-25-2010 02:27 AM

Quoted from the Grog Blog
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POTCO Developer
Good questions, Robert. At the moment, we are working hard on getting the new inventory ready. Trading and selling to other pirates will not be available when this goes Live.
That's a shame. Hopefully sometime in the future.

Quote:

POTCO Developer
Hi there, Ben! Thanks for the comment. To answer your question, there will be so many types of new weapons that both Basic and Unlimited Members will see an increase in their weapon choices. Good luck finding them all!
Remember the pictures of the "dark art weapons"? Perhaps this will be one of the unique sets of weapons we'll be able to get.

Olgarlenn 03-25-2010 07:58 PM

Woah Looks really cool

Raikel 03-25-2010 08:35 PM

Still waiting I see, no worries, I'm gonna go do something that is worth while til its ready.

Jamesvsthekraken 03-25-2010 09:03 PM

Yeah its been a week when is this thing coming? :'( :( :/

Eliza Creststeel 03-25-2010 09:10 PM

The fact that they mentioned trading or selling with a YET - means its something that could happen in the future. So, they are considering it.

As for things like eye patches, pegs and hooks - I'd like to have them as well, but i'm sure that disney has some issue with huge bunches of mutilated pirates playing a kid-friendly game.

Even if they limit it to one thing, it would be nice. Eliza would look very Ellie from Kill Bill with an eye patch.

Dockwrecker The Privateer 03-25-2010 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by MacIronhawk (Post 202095)
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Remember the pictures of the "dark art weapons"? Perhaps this will be one of the unique sets of weapons we'll be able to get.

Sounds familiar....Do you have an image of it by any chance Mac?

Jamesvsthekraken 03-25-2010 10:46 PM

The Test Game is down.. i think the update is coming i really hope it is :)

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-25-2010 11:15 PM

I hope you're right, James!

Jamesvsthekraken 03-25-2010 11:17 PM

So do i mate, so do i. :) :piratewheelgo2:

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-25-2010 11:26 PM

Btw, man, I love your avatar. I enjoy making my cat do that, lol.

Jamesvsthekraken 03-25-2010 11:31 PM

Lol thank you. :) ugh unforunately it says Dock when you log in then it disconnects you they better fix this cause i wanna see the update :'(

Beorn 03-25-2010 11:43 PM

I logged on fine and the updates are there. Here are a few screenshots to tie you over....

Jamesvsthekraken 03-25-2010 11:55 PM

I tried uninstalling the game then installing it again hopefully that will work. :) ok its because i was using a mac. lol

Edward Edgemenace 03-26-2010 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eliza Creststeel (Post 202178)
As for things like eye patches, pegs and hooks - I'd like to have them as well, but i'm sure that disney has some issue with huge bunches of mutilated pirates playing a kid-friendly game.

Good thing Disney didn't release the movie "Peter Pan" in 1953...oh wait...

No reason at all for cartoon characters to not have cartoon eyepatches, cartoon peglegs, cartoon hook arms, cartoon parrots.

The Evil Will Mcbain 03-26-2010 06:50 PM

Besides, pirates are already mutilated with all the tatoos and face-jewelry.

JM Ohara 03-26-2010 07:13 PM

Sigh, this is gonna mean getting used to a whole new system. An it does look like 42 clothing items total. - insert sarcasm here- How nice to just give us what some people already have..... - end sarcasm-

ThunderKiss 03-26-2010 09:23 PM

Kat, getting used to it will be well worth it. I think this update is Awesome!!:dancetl6:

Pirate lord 227 03-27-2010 05:24 AM

Disney deleted all my new weapons, all the weapons i got after that from trying to work back up "didnt count" aka went from the sac to a parallel dimension, after getting SOME of my clothes back and relogging to see if it would come back, lost everything completely again... oh and sorry for being the negative poster.

william kid 03-27-2010 06:32 AM

Truth isnt negative, things are messed up currently

CarribeanThunder 04-02-2010 11:07 AM

Someone should go to Tormenta Isle and report back to the "Got A Rare Drop On Test?" thread on what they've gotten. I'm sure there are some pretty valuable items in there.....

.....Or at least I hope so.....

joere444 04-02-2010 12:36 PM

Yeah I told my friend Aerianne about this(Thats his name in pirates not in real life.) he has decided to come back to the game once it goes on open! Been a long time since something this awesome has happened to pirates!!!!!!!! WTG POTCO!

Sincerely,
Rp

hmanngr8 04-09-2010 02:29 AM

Well it looks like Disney hoping into spring, rather taking a roll and a lunge.

BlackBeard101 04-09-2010 02:31 AM

uh come again?

Jamesvsthekraken 04-09-2010 02:17 PM

Yeah please English please :).

Rannulf 04-14-2010 04:57 AM

Quick question:

Other then weapons can ye buy anything new at any of the merchants?
Like cloths, tattoos ect?

I have read about the drops in the Helm, and looked at the pics! What new cloths (hats in perticular) have been found in drops. Since I'm asking, how about pics if possible!!

Thank ye in advance!:pirate6:

gingeeann 04-14-2010 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarah (Post 201097)
Coming Soon: Inventory Expansion & New Weapons! March 18, 2010


That's right! The Pirates inventory of weapons and clothing is going to grow and become bigger and better. By listening to your ideas, we've come up with some completely new categories of weapons never seen before! Soon ... you can get your hands on Muskets and Blunderbusses. There are also new sword types like Sabers and Broadswords. And we'll be adding cool new variations of current weapons like Voodoo Staves, Pistols, Cutlasses, and much more.



These are all part of the legendary El Patron's Lost Weapons! Getting them is simple. Just pillage and plunder like you've always done, and they'll drop from some of your enemies who found the fabulous weapons first. Here are some things you need to know about the new inventory ...

  • Your Sea Chest will change to let you put more items in your stash. It will hold 35 weapons, 42 clothing items, 40 different tattoos and jewelry, and 42 Potions.
  • You will also be able to decide which ones to keep and which ones to sell.
  • With the amount of new weapons types coming out, you will need to be able to choose your equipment. You will be able to drag and drop weapons into 4 Customizable Weapon Slots.
  • There is also a fifth Customizable Item Slot for equipping a Sailing Item, which will give you bonuses while sailing on a ship or firing cannons.


These new weapons have strong Voodoo Enchantments on them, which give their wielder new powers and fighting abilities! Some weapons have Skill Boosts, which make your existing skills stronger. Others weapons give you New Attacks or Voodoo Powers. Check out below screenshot of the awesome new Rolling Attack, just one of the many new abilities you will find.



Just how many new weapons and special powers are there? You will need to collect and discover them all to find out! Now get pillaging!

And while you're looking - keep a wary eye for the legendary, Lost Sword of El Patron. This powerful blade once belonged to the famous conquistador, El Patron himself. According to legend, the blade was cursed with El Patron's last breath and his soul now haunts the blade. Anyone wielding this sword will have tremendous power, but will also be changed into the form of a ghost! Hurry and recover these weapons before they fall into the hands of Jolly Roger.

Both Basic and Unlimited Members will be able to collect these new items. However, Basic Access Members will only be able to equip basic items. Rarer items can only be equipped by Unlimited Access Members.


COMING SOON as defined by disney well in two days it would mean a month.

Coming soon as defined by a 10 year old that is POTCO's target audience means not soon enough. :laughks2:

Midhav 04-14-2010 05:21 PM

Well, the new update does need a lot of testing. One guy suggested 6 weeks would make sense. Anyway, I hope with the next test update of bugs and fixes, the update will release on live.

Eliza Creststeel 04-14-2010 05:22 PM

Coming Soon means it was going to be added to Test. And obviously being on Test has resulted in issues being found that need to be addressed.

I can wait a little while longer to prevent being reset or having my inventory purged.

Midhav 04-14-2010 05:33 PM

Exactly! That's the spirit :)

gingeeann 04-14-2010 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eliza Creststeel (Post 206987)
Coming Soon means it was going to be added to Test. And obviously being on Test has resulted in issues being found that need to be addressed.

I can wait a little while longer to prevent being reset or having my inventory purged.

Gee missed that translation in the offical disney post.

Rannulf 04-15-2010 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rannulf (Post 206905)
Quick question:

Other then weapons can ye buy anything new at any of the merchants?
Like cloths, tattoos ect?

I have read about the drops in the Helm, and looked at the pics! What new cloths (hats in perticular) have been found in drops. Since I'm asking, how about pics if possible!!

Thank ye in advance!:pirate6:

Anyone have any input?

Sven Osymthe 04-15-2010 02:54 AM

Not that I have noticed. I think the only new clothing and tattoos (as well as jewelry) are obtained from drops.

Rannulf 04-15-2010 03:23 AM

Thank you mate!

william kid 04-15-2010 03:43 AM

I havent found any tats or jewelry as of yet but clothing is fairly reg. and its stuff you can't get at the store-including the black and red skull bandanas

Sven Osymthe 04-15-2010 03:45 AM

Oops.. jewelry and tattoos aren't obtained from drops. Didn't realize I made it sound that way. The only new things are clothing and weapons.


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