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shadows of hob · Dec 02, 2007, 09:41 AM // 09:41

Mmmm, shall I buy another copy of GW:EN, just so I can get the BMP?

isamu kurosawa · Dec 02, 2007, 10:23 AM // 10:23

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Originally Posted by shadows of hob

Mmmm, shall I buy another copy of GW:EN, just so I can get the BMP?

Only if you have a time machine.

Edge Martinez · Dec 02, 2007, 10:30 AM // 10:30

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Originally Posted by shadows of hob

Mmmm, shall I buy another copy of GW:EN, just so I can get the BMP?

You'd waste your $$ right now. It was a promotion that you had to respond to in a certain period of time. Hopefully they will offer it again, either as a stand alone, or as part of another promotion.

I've yet to try any of the missions though. It's like I'm programmed to go AB every time I log in or something.

Lonesamurai · Dec 02, 2007, 10:52 AM // 10:52

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Originally Posted by shadows of hob

Mmmm, shall I buy another copy of GW:EN, just so I can get the BMP?

yeah, like the others above said... too late

Tiny Killer · Dec 02, 2007, 11:16 AM // 11:16

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Originally Posted by Gli

Ehhh... I have to say, my initial enthousiasm is already curbed quite a lot. Sure, it's all pretty cool, and 'free' so I shouldn't complain, but it has no replay value whatsoever, offering the exact same experience for all characters on my account. Also, all the solo play? Not cool. Getting some of these weapons has already turned into a chore. So I'm not doing it.

I see some measure of re-playability to these missions. First off is the desire to get several of the skins for my characters as well as their heroes. Secondly, I have not achieved all of the discoveries yet. Once that all happens the missions will lose some of their appeal, but I did not expect them to be something that would see me through until GW2. I simply saw them as a fun little diversion for a while and was quite pleasantly surprised at just how good they turned out to be.

Kahlindra · Dec 02, 2007, 11:31 AM // 11:31

Certainly for those with more than a couple of characters these have a lot of replayability- even if a couple of them aren't the most fun things I've ever done in GW (Saul...), the incentive to get the awesome rewards means it's not a chore, and they look so amazing that it's a pleasure to spend time in them.

You'd have to be very focused to then go out straight away and get all the bonuses- I'm sure a lot of people have done this, but with multiple characters and not much time to play at the moment I've found it a great combination of reward, casual play, potential for determined completism and enjoyability.

Very gg.

doinchi · Dec 02, 2007, 02:30 PM // 14:30

I have every campaign in Guild Wars. I think I am a loyal customer. I know that because I didn't get the game from the Online Store I would not get the BMP. Now I am only slightly annoyed at the fact that I bought EXACTLY the same thing as was sold in the online store and yet I don't get the BMP. I can live with that. But customising the new items? That hasn't been done in any other campaign. A Canthan character can wield ANY Elonian weapon he can get his hands on.

What would really annoy me is if people who did not buy from the online store do not get a chance to get the mission pack or have to pay a much higher price for the BMP.

At the end of the day I want to get a chance to own some of those weapons, whether or not I have to pay. It is a slap in the face already I think.

Neriandal Freit · Dec 02, 2007, 03:27 PM // 15:27

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Originally Posted by doinchi

I have every campaign in Guild Wars. I think I am a loyal customer. I know that because I didn't get the game from the Online Store I would not get the BMP. Now I am only slightly annoyed at the fact that I bought EXACTLY the same thing as was sold in the online store and yet I don't get the BMP. I can live with that. But customising the new items? That hasn't been done in any other campaign. A Canthan character can wield ANY Elonian weapon he can get his hands on.

What would really annoy me is if people who did not buy from the online store do not get a chance to get the mission pack or have to pay a much higher price for the BMP.

At the end of the day I want to get a chance to own some of those weapons, whether or not I have to pay. It is a slap in the face already I think.

Not when you say you can live with it Doinchi.

A Canthan character can wield any Elonian weapon, yes. But, no character can wield a customized weapon that has came from a promotion, besides the character that has activated it. Example: Game of the Year weapons, the Asian Coke weapons, Bonus Mission Pack weapons.

There is nothing wrong with a promotion having had customized a weapon for said-character that has activated said-weapon.

You (and everyone else who is complaining in some form or another) had your chance to own these weapons (four month chance mind you), but you opted for the other, knowing (by your own accord in this post) you wouldn't have it.

Tough fortune you guys, but ANet gave you supreme time to purchase this item. Those of us who did, congrats. Those of you who didn't, I'm sorry but get the Nine Hells over it already!

Cyclades of Knossos · Dec 02, 2007, 03:28 PM // 15:28

Just from a story point of view I'm enjoying the BMP.

It's clearing up a lot of things about the three campaigns that didn't make sense to me. The explanation of the white Mantle and the Mursaat skill that obviously seemed like a God send against Char invasion was brilliant!

The overall story is starting to feel cohesive.

Oh and the game and weapons are good too

Pandora's box · Dec 02, 2007, 06:21 PM // 18:21

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Originally Posted by Neriandal Freit

Tough fortune you guys, but ANet gave you supreme time to purchase this item.

In this case I have to agree with Doinchi: someone who already bought everything in the game earlier should be able get the addon too.

eeks · Dec 02, 2007, 06:29 PM // 18:29

Ah well, I didn't purchase anything to qualify for the BMP, but I'm not complaining.

I think it's a good thing that the weapons are customised as they can be obtained an infinite amount of times. I'd prefer seeing those who purchased it wield around their lovely customised weapon skins, than someone collecting them over and over again to make a wealthy living off uncustomised weapons from those who hadn't purchased the BMP.

Besides, I just play it on my friends' account.

trobinson97 · Dec 02, 2007, 06:48 PM // 18:48

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Originally Posted by Pandora's box

In this case I have to agree with Doinchi: someone who already bought everything in the game earlier should be able get the addon too.

I bought everything in the game too (except some collectors and pre-order stuff), but I shouldn't just be able to get something that's part of a promotion when I didn't participate in the promotion. Neither should anyone else.

Neriandal Freit · Dec 02, 2007, 07:10 PM // 19:10

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Originally Posted by trobinson97

I bought everything in the game too (except some collectors and pre-order stuff), but I shouldn't just be able to get something that's part of a promotion when I didn't participate in the promotion. Neither should anyone else.

Simply put.

That is *almost* like saying Pandora that because all of us own Prophecies, that we should all instantly have access to the Aura that those who bought Prophecies Collectors Edition should have.

I didn't get it because I didn't buy it.

Those who didn't get the Bonus Mission Pack shouldn't get it because they didn't buy what was needed during the promotion.

Fril Estelin · Dec 02, 2007, 07:16 PM // 19:16

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Originally Posted by Neriandal Freit

we should all instantly have access to the Aura that those who bought Prophecies Collectors Edition should have.

Please, do not compare the BMP to the Collector's Aura, they are not on the same level. The BMP, though not essential, is a GREAT piece of GW, both providing a cool experience of time travel to the 4 chapter and the fun we had during Costume Brawl to experience the build of legendary characters.

It's only based on that aspect that I consider that the BMP MUST be released more openly at one point. If not, it'd be like restricting access to SF, which would be a very sad thing to do!

Neriandal Freit · Dec 02, 2007, 09:41 PM // 21:41

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Originally Posted by Fril Estelin

Please, do not compare the BMP to the Collector's Aura, they are not on the same level. The BMP, though not essential, is a GREAT piece of GW, both providing a cool experience of time travel to the 4 chapter and the fun we had during Costume Brawl to experience the build of legendary characters.

It's only based on that aspect that I consider that the BMP MUST be released more openly at one point. If not, it'd be like restricting access to SF, which would be a very sad thing to do!

For one, make sure you use my entire quote rather than 3/4's of my quote. Here, let me do it for you!

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That is *almost* like saying Pandora that because all of us own Prophecies, that we should all instantly have access to the Aura that those who bought Prophecies Collectors Edition should have.

Secondly. Where does it say there that I am COMPARING the Aura of Collectors Prophecies to the Bonus Mission Pack? Show me, because I'm not seeing it! I used it as an example, it being to demonstrate something people have, others don't and some want. You are right, they are two completely different levels, but it was used as an example, not a comparative to what is being said.

Third and last, the BMP is a PROMOTION. They come, they go, they leave. Either you get it, or you don't. Sorrow's Furnace has not and never will be a promotion, it was a update for players. There is a difference there, understand that.

Again, your right, it's a huge piece of Guildwars Lore and play. But, you missed out on the PROMOTION, not an update.

Get over your selves, all of you!

Darksun · Dec 02, 2007, 09:50 PM // 21:50

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Originally Posted by Fril Estelin

It's only based on that aspect that I consider that the BMP MUST be released more openly at one point.

I'd wager it's more that the only real reason is that you WANT great looking weapons that the "BMP MUST be released more openly".

maraxusofk · Dec 02, 2007, 10:04 PM // 22:04

Promotions last a LIMITED time. now that u realize the bonus mission pack doesnt suck, you suddenly want it? if it did suck, u wouldnt care whether you got it or not b/c u ignored the promotion for FOUR WHOLE MONTHS. yeah you are a loyal customer buying all 3 campaigns, but as in real life, if u miss out on a promotion that is only your fault. OH NOES I BOUGHT A XBOX360 WHEN IT CAME OUT. WUT?!?! THERES A PROMOTION THATS GIVING AWAY 2 GAMES TO THE PPL WHO BUY IT DURING A CERTAIN TIME PERIOD? IM A LOYAL 360 OWNER TOO THEREFORE I SHOULD GET THOSE 2 GAMES!!!

or in the case of many many trading card games. OH WUT, THE CARDS WERE GIVNE AWAY AT AN EVENT? I DEMAND (insert generic card company name) RELEASE THE CARDS AS PART OF THEIR PACKS! OH NO THEY ARENT SELLING THEM? LAME.

HawkofStorms · Dec 02, 2007, 10:07 PM // 22:07

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Originally Posted by Pandora's box

In this case I have to agree with Doinchi: someone who already bought everything in the game earlier should be able get the addon too.

That's BS because the BMP promotion was announced BEFORE GW:EN was released, so people knew that they could buy GW:EN to get the BMP (ie there is no way you already had everything).

Dev121 · Dec 02, 2007, 10:09 PM // 22:09

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Originally Posted by HawkofStorms

That's BS because the BMP promotion was announced BEFORE GW:EN was released, so people knew that they could buy GW:EN to get the BMP (ie there is no way you already had everything).

Unless you already ordered GW:EN from a local retailer and paid: Question that one.

Neriandal Freit · Dec 02, 2007, 10:15 PM // 22:15

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Originally Posted by DeVaNeY121

Unless you already ordered GW:EN from a local retailer and paid: Question that one.

Why question it? Stuff like that happens, doesn't mean you should be rewarded still for the BMP.