Destiny - Videogame Thread + SRK Clan SignUp

[Hecatom]

It is kind of infurating that such an interesting lore is hidden away, and not accessible on the game to boot.
Reading the new info about both the traveler and rasputin is very interesting

Spoiler

So what we considered at first to be a noble sacrifice from the travelers part of sacrificing herself (yup big ol sphere is a female according to rasputin) was only possible because rasputin himself crippled the traveler before she tried to flee like how it did when the darkness attacked the fallen, leaving her with no other choice to fight back, it is also implied that the attack that pushed away the darkness was thanks to rasputin attack to the traveller to begin with, since the wound released the light that pushed the dark to begin with.

If all of this was inside the game in some way it would make for a far better experience imo.
All this info is particularly important on what i believe will be a plot point later on year 2, seeing that they are already hinting to it with how Eris is plotting in secret with the Reef and how she seems to know that Osiris is still alive while not telling anyone on the Vanguard, and if you have read about Osiris, you would know what i mean.

[CTG]

It is kind of infurating that such an interesting lore is hidden away, and not accessible on the game to boot.
Reading the new info about both the traveler and rasputin is very interesting

Spoiler

So what we considered at first to be a noble sacrifice from the travelers part of sacrificing herself (yup big ol sphere is a female according to rasputin) was only possible because rasputin himself crippled the traveler before she tried to flee like how it did when the darkness attacked the fallen, leaving her with no other choice to fight back, it is also implied that the attack that pushed away the darkness was thanks to rasputin attack to the traveller to begin with, since the wound released the light that pushed the dark to begin with.

If all of this was inside the game in some way it would make for a far better experience imo.
All this info is particularly important on what i believe will be a plot point later on year 2, seeing that they are already hinting to it with how Eris is plotting in secret with the Reef and how she seems to know that Osiris is still alive while not telling anyone on the Vanguard, and if you have read about Osiris, you would know what i mean.

Infuriating indeed. One of the biggest aspects I look for in any of my entertainment be it video games, books, television, etc is a a deep, lore based narrative. So knowing that Destiny has this enormous lore engine that’s not in-game is disappointing.

They should release a monthly quest that’s split into four missions, each released during the course of the month - the fourth being the more intricate. Completing all four would unlock a cutscene digging into lore related to the quest.

[chadouken]

So guys I made a community on PS4 and sent out invites to those I have friended.

To join, search for Destiny SRKGD.

Would I have to change clans to join? The reason I ask is that I have some good friends in my Destiny clan right now and I want to stay with it, but I’d like to join the community if it doesn’t interfere with Destiny clans. Also, is there a general PS4 community for SRK? I saw @“Phantom Angel” mentioned something about it in the PlayStation thread.

[CTG]

So guys I made a community on PS4 and sent out invites to those I have friended.

To join, search for Destiny SRKGD.

Would I have to change clans to join? The reason I ask is that I have some good friends in my Destiny clan right now and I want to stay with it, but I’d like to join the community if it doesn’t interfere with Destiny clans. Also, is there a general PS4 community for SRK? I saw @“Phantom Angel” mentioned something about it in the PlayStation thread.

No, it’s not linked to Bungie, just PSN. You’re allowed to join 5 communities including the ones you create.

And yea, there’s a SRK community as well. Easiest way to find it is to go the “Friends’ Communities” tab. They need to add a manual search option.

[jebop]

This game worth getting still? Was gonna get it off Amazon with the expansions. Thinking of getting a PS4 or building a pc, dunno which first and then getting this on Xbox One.

[Phantom_Angel]

So guys I made a community on PS4 and sent out invites to those I have friended.

To join, search for Destiny SRKGD.

Would I have to change clans to join? The reason I ask is that I have some good friends in my Destiny clan right now and I want to stay with it, but I’d like to join the community if it doesn’t interfere with Destiny clans. Also, is there a general PS4 community for SRK? I saw @“Phantom Angel” mentioned something about it in the PlayStation thread.

No, it’s not linked to Bungie, just PSN. You’re allowed to join 5 communities including the ones you create.

And yea, there’s a SRK community as well. Easiest way to find it is to go the “Friends’ Communities” tab. They need to add a manual search option.

Yea, it’s really annoying as it is now. Can’t find specific communities unless it’s by chance.

While I’m here, though… I just might be coming back to this game with The Taken King. Seems like they fixed a lot of the fucked up things that were present in Year 1.

[dn3000]

This game worth getting still? Was gonna get it off Amazon with the expansions. Thinking of getting a PS4 or building a pc, dunno which first and then getting this on Xbox One.

Yep get the legendary version if you havnt got the pervious dlcs. The taken king dlc imho has revitalised the game… soo much stuff to do now.

I nearly blew all of my strange coins today… im just need the helm of saint 14, the ram and the
Achlyophage and im all set for helmets… bought a ton of 3 of coins as well.

[Kalyx_triaD]

Another post from the Destiny forums. This time I riff about a new big team Crucible mode.

Now I wanna share my thoughts on a revised Combined Arms mode rebooted into Rencounter mode. Rencounter’s just another word for contest, though it seems like something Shaxx would call it. So let’s talk about Rencounter.

Crucible Mode: Rencounter
Fiction: Just as the Vanguard claims zones for Patrol, Lord Shaxx sets out teams of Guardians to battle to see who claims large zones for the Crucible. This bouts are the origin of Crucible maps.
Gameplay Translation: Big team battle over large maps that merge Crucible PvP with Patrol style mission/events. Both teams will compete in four randomly generated missions that will climax in a ‘Crucible Event’ boss battle against AI. This mode randomly chooses preset missions as well as the ending bosses event. Bosses may be map specific, and at least one boss event can be player instigated (saving that idea for later in this post). Due to the nature of this mode, it’s taken to be semi-competitive. Rencounter is designed to invoke unique large player count experiences while also expanding Crucible lore.
>> Four random missions, one boss event per game.
>> Level Advantages Disabled
>> Matchmaking
>> Vehicles On
>> Enemy AI Enabled
>> 8v8

Of course the big takeaway here is this isn’t simply ‘Big Team Clash’. The mission/event structure is meant to evoke the feel of Patrol while filling the vacant large multiplayer void of the Crucible. So it’s best to detail how goals work.

• Once launched, 15 or 30secs passes before the first randomly chosen mission. This allows for ‘freeroam skirmishes’ between the teams, setting the mood for the match. “Get a feel for your rivals!” as Shaxx would surely say.
• The first mission kicks off. The first team to complete the mission takes the round. The game doesn’t reset between rounds, another free skirmish ensues until the next mission activates.
• Characters from the Tower and Reef introduce the missions, just like Patrol. All players hear the same voiceover.
• Heavy ammo and vehicle spawns between rounds.
• After four rounds, a Map Event occurs. These will be boss battles, where a powerful AI boss spawns between the teams. The team that deals the most damage to it will win the boss battle. Coordinate damaging the boss while holding the other team at bay!
• The boss will not call reinforcements. 16 players, a boss AI, and a bunch of critters running around may be taxing. Besides, from a point of view the enemy team are essentially the reinforcements. Of course a battle drunk man like Shaxx would find this thrilling.
• The team who wins the majority rounds wins the game. Personal aside, I would probably play something like this all day.

Now let’s talk about some mission ideas I have in mind. I’m thinking of PvP versions of actual Patrol missions, as well as transplants of basic Crucible modes refitted for Rencounter’s large game space and player count. Remember that these are chosen randomly one at a time for four rounds. Try not to read the descriptions in Shaxx’s voice.

• Clash: “Reach your quota before the enemy forces!” Unlike Clash proper, completion is gauged by Patrol style percentage counter.
• Control: “Spread out, take those zones!” An alternative Control; Five zones appear and you must hold them long as you can for the duration of the mission. Unlike Combined Arms Control, zones will be outside of structures, promoting more a vehicular and chaotic experience.
• King Control: “Converge and flush out your enemies!” A single zone appears, bringing all 16 players into an epic brawl.
• Flash Dance: “I hear all you Guardians know a few steps. Entertain me.” It seems Cayde wants a dance off. Fill the percentage meter by dancing together uninterrupted. Should you sacrifice your team’s gain to put a stop to enemy dancing?
• Charge Race: “Let the Light guide your speed, Guardians.” Ikora wants a rally between the two teams. Hit all the Charges in a row and collect energy before the enemy team.
• Hunted: “He has a price on his head. Better off dead.” Banshee marked one player on both teams as VIPs. The goal is obvious.
• Orb Farm: “Let’s see how much Light runs through you, Guardian.” Zavala wants your team to generate a set number of orbs. For this mission super energy is in Mayhem mode.
• __________: “Don’t just read this thread, come up with your own missions and comment below!”

Assuming that would be a finished list of missions, they would be chosen in random order until four rounds have passed. So now let’s talk the Rencounter climax boss battle. A boss will appear after four missions (unless it was a blowout in which case the dominating team will simply win). Always in the center of the map, and always sporting Year 1 fat HP. The two teams must try to deal the most damage before it dies. As a balancing tool, a team doing massive damage in a short amount of time will catch the most attention from the boss. And of course, you can attack the other team to scramble their assault. The bosses can be chosen from all five enemy races.

And that’s Rencounter, a refurbished Combined Arms that merges a large player count, big maps, Patrol-like missions, and a boss battle for a unique Destiny experience. In another thread I may talk about Destiny Vehicles 2.0.

Oh yeah, that tidbit above about a player instigate boss battle? How about if players have close games/scores for all four rounds, it increases the chance for a special boss battle…

“You’ve all been so impressive… Now show me what you got!”

[CTG]

While I’m here, though… I just might be coming back to this game with The Taken King. Seems like they fixed a lot of the fucked up things that were present in Year 1.

You definitely should. Would be great to have another SRK’er to team with. The change from Year 1 to Year 2 is frankly… unbelievable.

[Starhammer]

Well. I can finally get into the weeklies and…

No strange coins for rewards. how do we go about getting them now?

EDIT: Nevermind. looks like it’s gonna be random trips to the cryptarch now.

-Starhammer-

[TheRock-BoS]

Is it worth getting back into Destiny? I don’t feel like dropping more money into this game.

[AYO]

Well. I can finally get into the weeklies and…

No strange coins for rewards. how do we go about getting them now?

-Starhammer-

Xur sells them when he pops up with his RE4 bag of goodies, only way I know how. I’ll probably get some today.

[chadouken]

You also get five strange coins for leveling up factions and vanguard and shit.

[AYO]

Oh strange coins, thought three of coins.

Yeah I dunno I get them by leveling rep, strikes, and identifying blues a lot.

Edit: Got the legendary hunter helmet and some three of coins from Xur. Happy with them, helmet doesn’t fit the build I am going for but it boosts my light for drops. That’s always helpful

[CTG]

Strange Coins can be awarded for just about anything and more frequently. If you want to farm them, I’d suggest Heroic Strike playlist and quests.

[Starhammer]

Thanks everyone. Gonna get a grind going for tonight after lunch and see if I can cop an exotic weapon from weed face.

Is it worth getting back into Destiny? I don’t feel like dropping more money into this game.

I’m gonna say wait a little while. Maybe a month or so and see what we’re saying then. I wish I had done that myself, but I had the cash on hand and I was tired of beating up the same enemies in DCUO, soooooooooooooooooooooo…

-Starhammer-

[CTG]

Is it worth getting back into Destiny? I don’t feel like dropping more money into this game.

I say it’s well worth it. The game has made a 85% turnaround. It’s not perfect, but it’s very much worth getting back into.

[AYO]

Yeah seems a lot better from what friends are telling me. Also means future expansions if we get some will be better for the changes.

Editto: 260 light, done for the night. Going to grind with a friend to 290+ tomorrow and hit Heroics.

Legendary sniper rifle I have right now is putting in work, 18k crit on hit. Just wipes everyone.

[jebop]

This game worth getting still? Was gonna get it off Amazon with the expansions. Thinking of getting a PS4 or building a pc, dunno which first and then getting this on Xbox One.

Yep get the legendary version if you havnt got the pervious dlcs. The taken king dlc imho has revitalised the game… soo much stuff to do now.

I nearly blew all of my strange coins today… im just need the helm of saint 14, the ram and the
Achlyophage and im all set for helmets… bought a ton of 3 of coins as well.

Interesting. Thanks. Got a friend harassing me for months to get it.

[XthAtGAm3RGuYX]

Bungie having forgotten that Quests are supposed to be a part of MMO’s, and then making an “MMO” without quests was a part of the problem. Once you did all the strikes, finished the raid, got the exotics you wanted, and got tired of crucible the game was pretty much over. Now they give you extra shit to do, evne if they are technically chain quests. Like the Exotic Sword chain. That shit is gonna keep me busy for a while.

If you liked the game but hated how they executed it, it’s worht it now. If you hated the game over all including gameplay, then just take a pass.