@CG_JohnSalera: Thanks for reviewing and considering all the feedback. Turns out we're a passionate lot. A few updates after another day of gameplay since the update:
- Thanks for the gear.
- Challenges seem back to where they had been (or, at least, I'm back to the highest tier that I've unlocked in each).
- Health bar is not a good visual gauge, but I understand you're working on it.
- Since the update, I'm now able to earn 3 stars on certain battles (DS Hard 6-A/B/C, 6-B and Cantina 6-F); not sure if it's the AI, though I suspect the protection on my Toons is the reason.
- That said, still not a fan of protection. I think you could have done the same thing by just adjusting health. As many have suggested, if protection is a permanent thing, then one should be able to replenish it (especially for GW). Or perhaps it replenishes automatically at a rate based on the Toon's protective gear.
- Still trying to wrap my head around the changes to Advantage. I'm not a fan of simply making the next attack an automatic crit - doesn't seem "dramatic" enough effect for something you have to use a Special Ability for. Also, the duration is a problem - CP's Victory March, FOO Marching Orders, and FOST Order Relentless should all apply Advantage for 2 turns; FOTP Keen Eye for 3. However, in all cases, the Advantage buff is gone after the next attack - this is a serious blow to FO squads.
- Love the new Omega events - keep that up for sure.
- Like the Ewok events, and would love to see more events that focus on specific squads (e.g., Droids, Rebels, Scoundrels, FO, etc.) - seems to me that this is the best way to entice players (myself included) to develop Toons they wouldn't normally bother with.
Again, while change is hard (especially when it disrupts a player's investment), I think there are a number of us trying to keep an open mind and give this update a fair shake. I also understand that some of these changes may be laying groundwork for further updates (e.g., raids or guilds). The fact that you're listening and willing to take feedback is much appreciated!
EA Staff (Retired)
