' Wrote:I am not going to give a specific example because that will inevitably devolve into finger pointing and hurt feelings. Let me instead point out how, on the server, most people are playing independent, when that isn't reflected at all by NPC roleplay. Yes, it's Freelancer. But if you want to represent a faction, represent it. There has got to be a reason why there are so many independents purposefully avoiding joining official factions, even with their recruitment perk. I don't think it's just a language barrier.
If you aren't going to give specific examples using it as support for your argument is moot.
The reason so many people prefer being independent is they don't have to follow proper role play. They don't have to prove they can role play before they get all the fancy toys. That is why most people prefer not joining an official faction. There are those indy players who are great role players, they are by far the minority in regards to independents.
Its human nature, why join a faction and become an ensign when you can be an indy and call yourself an Admiral?
' Wrote:FR5 is a huge amount of power. So are tech permissions, but that's a different gripe of mine and I won't adulterate the impressively balanced discussion that has occurred so far.
FR5 isnt' a huge amount of power. Seeing as its use is controlled by the administration. I know there have been FR5 requests that haven't been approved. I filed one myself many moons ago. Tech permissions, sure they have that power. Some wield it properly and others abuse it. The reason that right exists is because people abuse the piss out of the system that was in place prior to it. You complain about the poor role play to get tech now? Back then it was even worse, though I'll admit it hasn't improved for the most part. Part of the reason I've ceased giving out Zoner stuff with OSI. (Other OSI leads agreed.)
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