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How do they plan to balance simplicity with conciseness? For example, "Destroy any minion damaged by this minion" is simple and self-explanatory, but not concise like "Deathtouch" or "Poison".
Do they plan on adding more forms of disruption to the game (Loatheb and Counter Spell as examples)?
Do they think we could ever see graveyard interaction?
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I would just ask if there is a theme, in general, to the upcoming expansion. (As Death Rattle was for Naxxramas)
It has been previously stated that there would indeed be a theme. They did not mention if it would be a specific mechanic or just general flavour though. Hopefully we don't need to ask them this and they'll announce it at the panel early on Friday!
Q: In light of the Hunter dominance do you feel that nerfing Mad Scientist to a 1/2 (or any change) may be a possibility in the future and is it "one of the cards you're looking at" so to speak?
They've said previously the game is in a good place in regards to classes. They don't have any plans to add any new classes for sure as the current class variety is very large and there's tons of stuff they can still add to them first.
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Is there a possibility of another type of mode being added in the game other than casual, ranked, practice, and arena. In addition to my job, I am a national chess master and at most large chess events there's this thing called bughouse, which is a crazy version of chess. Will there be like a new mode where it's like 2 vs 2 or a mode where you can only have 10 seconds per move. Like a blitz match so people can play quick casual games. Something that adds some more spicy to the already very exciting game.
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Sadly they've said the game architecture would require a major overhaul to implement 2v2, so its doubtful we'll see that anytime soon.
I would personally like to see some more game modes though. A variant similar to Magic: The Gathering's Planechase would be cool. Where you're in a "zone" at a given time with a special effect and some sort of game system allows you to attempt to change where you're fighting at to change the bonuses and such.
IE: Deadwind Pass - Only one minion may attack each turn. Molten Core - Each Minion takes 1 damage upon arrival in Molten Core and again when you leave Molten Core.
If they feel warlock hero power needs adjusting, possibly draw card at end of turn instead of immediately.
Any plans for incentives on ranked ladder other than legendary cardback, maybe gold or dust rewards for the higher ranks you have by the end of each season.
Will alternate Herod be addeD? Malfurion to Hammul?
Its been stated its in the works and they'd be aesthetic. That was a bit ago though, I'd imagine if they're close to adding them we'll hear more at Blizzcon (I'm sure we'll hear /something/, and I'm hoping.)
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Is there a possibility of another type of mode being added in the game other than casual, ranked, practice, and arena. In addition to my job, I am a national chess master and at most large chess events there's this thing called bughouse, which is a crazy version of chess. Will there be like a new mode where it's like 2 vs 2 or a mode where you can only have 10 seconds per move. Like a blitz match so people can play quick casual games. Something that adds some more spicy to the already very exciting game.
I love this idea, like every 3 seconds you take to decide you lose 1 hp or your opponent gains 1 hp
In Game Tournaments is a big one! Both "casual ones" and "scheduled" ones. Would love to see it handled in game.
My Question:
Are they working on a better interface to look at your collected card backs? Right now there is no good way to look at them except when you're opening card packs
1) Will there be more options in game on the menu "options", regarding different graphic animations etc. 2) Will there be a tournament mode in this game? Any plans on doing it anytime soon? 3) Any chance we'll be getting to change, separadetly, the sound and wording languages? Will there ever be a in-game option to change those? 4) Are there plans for more rewards in the ladder system? 5) Are there any plans on changing the actual ladder system? 6) Will we ever be able to see an Armory for Hearthstone as well as a website with the ranking? 7) Will we ever be able to see out actual rating? 8) Achievements, this game needs more achievements and a way to show them off! 9) Even tho the game is out of the beta phase, there is still this beta feeling where the interface still feels pretty poor, any plans on changing that? 10) Any plans on prizes for people who achieve the Legend rank multiple times?
Alright I guess these are the first questions that come to mind!
Are more achievements coming? If so, will there be a way to view achievements earned?
Can we look forward to more incentive to leveling up heros? I personally found it very anti-climactic when I hit level 60 as a Rogue haha.
More basic cards coming with the expansion? Maybe this will be announced too, and won't have to be asked.
I can't think of questions so much as I can suggestions. I think that hitting legend should give you a special kind of token (or whatever) that allows you to convert any card you want into a golden card. Minor, not that big of a deal, but I'd like it. I haven't even hit legend haha, so it doesn't affect me. My first question could also be worded as a suggestion.
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Twitch name: Anatak15 NA Legend Season 48, 49, 52, 53, 54, 74
Considering Miracles was nerfed both directly and indirectly via Leeroy Jenkins and Loatheb, how does Blizzard intend to develop viable archetype alternatives for Rogues going forward considering the class is all but unplayable in competitive Hearthstone in any form other than combo and Miracles barely has a coin flip match up vs any class other than Shaman.
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Hey everyone!
We've got some time with the Hearthstone developers at BlizzCon and have a chance to ask them some questions. We'd like to know what you would like to ask.
We'll be taking the best questions with us to BlizzCon, and will return with answers!
Please leave your questions in this thread. I'll lock it once we have finished collecting questions.
Thanks!
How do they plan to balance simplicity with conciseness? For example, "Destroy any minion damaged by this minion" is simple and self-explanatory, but not concise like "Deathtouch" or "Poison".
Do they plan on adding more forms of disruption to the game (Loatheb and Counter Spell as examples)?
Do they think we could ever see graveyard interaction?
Unless explicitly stated, my posts are my opinion and mine only.
Do they ever plan on adding some effect that allows players to see the top card of the deck? (the next card you would draw)
Will Savagery ever have enough synergistic cards to see play?
Will we finally see weapons that give +spell damage?
I would just ask if there is a theme, in general, to the upcoming expansion. (As Death Rattle was for Naxxramas)
I really want Pirates to be a playable theme.
It has been previously stated that there would indeed be a theme. They did not mention if it would be a specific mechanic or just general flavour though. Hopefully we don't need to ask them this and they'll announce it at the panel early on Friday!
Q: In light of the Hunter dominance do you feel that nerfing Mad Scientist to a 1/2 (or any change) may be a possibility in the future and is it "one of the cards you're looking at" so to speak?
They've said previously the game is in a good place in regards to classes. They don't have any plans to add any new classes for sure as the current class variety is very large and there's tons of stuff they can still add to them first.
Twitch Channel (Daily, 5pm+ EDT Weekdays, 6pm+ EDT Saturday, 12pm+ EDT Sunday)
Twitter (Stream updates/delays/video notices/etc. are announced here.)
Youtube Channel (Matches and Pack Pulls posted here.)
Daily EDT Arena streamer, catch my stream and more info from my thread.
Is there a possibility of another type of mode being added in the game other than casual, ranked, practice, and arena. In addition to my job, I am a national chess master and at most large chess events there's this thing called bughouse, which is a crazy version of chess. Will there be like a new mode where it's like 2 vs 2 or a mode where you can only have 10 seconds per move. Like a blitz match so people can play quick casual games. Something that adds some more spicy to the already very exciting game.
Time is precious. Waste it wisely. Legend Seasons: 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17
Current deck: Not playing much anymore
Highest rank: legend rank 9 Highest finish: legend rank 103 Infinite Arena Player
Sadly they've said the game architecture would require a major overhaul to implement 2v2, so its doubtful we'll see that anytime soon.
I would personally like to see some more game modes though. A variant similar to Magic: The Gathering's Planechase would be cool. Where you're in a "zone" at a given time with a special effect and some sort of game system allows you to attempt to change where you're fighting at to change the bonuses and such.
IE:
Deadwind Pass - Only one minion may attack each turn.
Molten Core - Each Minion takes 1 damage upon arrival in Molten Core and again when you leave Molten Core.
Twitch Channel (Daily, 5pm+ EDT Weekdays, 6pm+ EDT Saturday, 12pm+ EDT Sunday)
Twitter (Stream updates/delays/video notices/etc. are announced here.)
Youtube Channel (Matches and Pack Pulls posted here.)
Daily EDT Arena streamer, catch my stream and more info from my thread.
Will they be offering support for Kindle Fire devices at Android release or any time after?
Any info on new game boards, hero avatars.
More deck slots.
Undertaker nerfs.
If they feel warlock hero power needs adjusting, possibly draw card at end of turn instead of immediately.
Any plans for incentives on ranked ladder other than legendary cardback, maybe gold or dust rewards for the higher ranks you have by the end of each season.
Will alternate Herod be addeD? Malfurion to Hammul?
Its been stated its in the works and they'd be aesthetic. That was a bit ago though, I'd imagine if they're close to adding them we'll hear more at Blizzcon (I'm sure we'll hear /something/, and I'm hoping.)
Twitch Channel (Daily, 5pm+ EDT Weekdays, 6pm+ EDT Saturday, 12pm+ EDT Sunday)
Twitter (Stream updates/delays/video notices/etc. are announced here.)
Youtube Channel (Matches and Pack Pulls posted here.)
Daily EDT Arena streamer, catch my stream and more info from my thread.
Do they plan any new balancing with the expansion or before? (eg nerfs)
Will we see an increase in hero levels with the expansion? Do they ever plan to release new basic cards?
I love this idea, like every 3 seconds you take to decide you lose 1 hp or your opponent gains 1 hp
Will the new expansion give each class another legendary card? and could you give a break down on what we may see.
Each class gets 1 new rare? 2 epics? 3 commons?
Does it help me by saving my dust to craft the new stuff or should I just spend it?
In Game Tournaments is a big one! Both "casual ones" and "scheduled" ones. Would love to see it handled in game.
My Question:
Are they working on a better interface to look at your collected card backs? Right now there is no good way to look at them except when you're opening card packs
I heal people to death
these are my questions:
1) Will there be more options in game on the menu "options", regarding different graphic animations etc.
2) Will there be a tournament mode in this game? Any plans on doing it anytime soon?
3) Any chance we'll be getting to change, separadetly, the sound and wording languages? Will there ever be a in-game option to change those?
4) Are there plans for more rewards in the ladder system?
5) Are there any plans on changing the actual ladder system?
6) Will we ever be able to see an Armory for Hearthstone as well as a website with the ranking?
7) Will we ever be able to see out actual rating?
8) Achievements, this game needs more achievements and a way to show them off!
9) Even tho the game is out of the beta phase, there is still this beta feeling where the interface still feels pretty poor, any plans on changing that?
10) Any plans on prizes for people who achieve the Legend rank multiple times?
Alright I guess these are the first questions that come to mind!
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Are more achievements coming? If so, will there be a way to view achievements earned?
Can we look forward to more incentive to leveling up heros? I personally found it very anti-climactic when I hit level 60 as a Rogue haha.
More basic cards coming with the expansion? Maybe this will be announced too, and won't have to be asked.
I can't think of questions so much as I can suggestions. I think that hitting legend should give you a special kind of token (or whatever) that allows you to convert any card you want into a golden card. Minor, not that big of a deal, but I'd like it. I haven't even hit legend haha, so it doesn't affect me. My first question could also be worded as a suggestion.
Twitch name: Anatak15
NA Legend Season 48, 49, 52, 53, 54, 74
Considering Miracles was nerfed both directly and indirectly via Leeroy Jenkins and Loatheb, how does Blizzard intend to develop viable archetype alternatives for Rogues going forward considering the class is all but unplayable in competitive Hearthstone in any form other than combo and Miracles barely has a coin flip match up vs any class other than Shaman.