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That Old Black Magic!

Posted: Thu Apr 28, 2005 12:38 pm
by z1812
Hi All,

I know lots of people like the idea of the cards that can be played. It is a bit too much like witchcraft for me. Why not make that a selectable feature so those who would rather a more traditional battle can deselect it. At the moment I just don't use them. However turning cards off would be a great option particularly for TCP play.

In single player, if selectable for each side, then an advantage could be given to the AI if a player wished.

Regards John


RE: That Old Black Magic!

Posted: Thu Apr 28, 2005 1:02 pm
by Erik Rutins
I can assure you that our cards are not magical, they are entirely digital! [;)]

They are just a handy way to represent generalship bonuses, you need to be able to show a distinguishable icon and a name, so the card shape works well - I suppose we could have shaped them like shields or flags, but the effect is the same game mechanic-wise.

As far as I know, there are no plans to turn the card system off, though that's something to consider for future head to head play enhancements. Honestly, I was hoping to add more cards in and allow pre-purchase of cards before matches, etc. In any case, your suggestion has been heard.

Regards,

- Erik

RE: That Old Black Magic!

Posted: Thu Apr 28, 2005 1:34 pm
by koiosworks
Just FYI.. cards are not available at all in TCP multiplayer. Just there for the solo play. So, you get to go cardless in multiplayer.


RE: That Old Black Magic!

Posted: Thu Apr 28, 2005 2:37 pm
by Erik Rutins
Thanks Kevin, must have had a short circuit on that one.

Regards,

- Erik

RE: That Old Black Magic!

Posted: Thu Apr 28, 2005 5:02 pm
by z1812
Hi Erik and Koiosworks,

Thank you for the quick response. Very much appreciated.

Regards John