With this quote above is where i draw the line. I DO think server merges and Cross Server LFG ARE needed. But we cant compare this game to RIFT. Also, saying people will return to WoW is irrelevant since if they do, obviously this game didnt captivate them, which is matter of personal opinion. Cant FORCE someone to like Vanilla Ice cream so who cares? 1. Swtor is next gen for PC gamers, dynamic with its physics and game engine. (People clinging on to their older systems and bragging about running WoW on Ultra are slowly becoming a minortiy.) Proof is logging into games like BF3 etc. which require a modern day rig to even run the game proper. The servers arent empty.) 2. Most other notable MMOs are in the fantasy, dragons and elf category. Enough... SWTOR even with its short comings is the only one in the market, not only using the Star Wars license but doing Sci Fi well aslo.

X Server is imperative because it begins with servers with Low-Medium populations and their players scattered all about and relying on the people of the same server to get random things done. Even if a Server Only LFG is implied, like so many have said AND know from experience of witnessing dead times. That then places reliability on the players themselves to Log in. MMOs have been out for decades and BW has done a great job in making this game unique in it's own way, but let's not get carried away. Same server LFG is foolishness in its entirety. For those awkwardly against running with random groups, I've said it numerous times on different forums," don't use the group finder." Simple as that. In the meantime, Cross server LFG for PvP and Flashpoints (not Operations) is the way to go. -KATH HOUND SERVER ,once bustling with things to do, but now being spread thin with ALTS and people with other engagements.

(Disclaimer I do enjoy the game.) For those in power feel free to check my account activity and progression as a normal employed person. Server transfers? Beat around the bush more with the "social interaction" ploy. 1. Server transfers should be a paid or limited- free option anyway. 2. Letting people decide on different servers doesnt guarantee inactivity issues will be solved on ANY server in particular. Without rambling statement 2. encompasses a lot if BW looks into it. Cross server hurts no one but Bioware having to implement more content over time. Dont like random groups then form your own. Only thing i am NOT in favor of is cross server Operations. Everything else is trivial.

You must think every server is bustling with people anxious to do to similar things... I can understand not going cross server for Ops... but for those of us at successful endgame level...or unguilded who wants to pester anyone for a run/group thru Black Talon for the 100th time. People can be finicky to the point of ignorance. YOU DONT WANT RANDOM PEOPLE? THEN FORM YOUR OWN GROUP!!

I read IGN's interview with Erick Dickerson and understand the points on social interaction. Where everything falls flat is for those of us who havent quit for any amount of time, reaching 50 enjoying end game. Or those who arent very social to begin with. NO cross server PvP (for all levels) or Flashpoints (under 50) is the silliest thing i have heard even with all my patience for this being Biowares first MMO... Group Finder great..but now if any of us feel like playing/ doing something specific we STILL have to rely on people of th SAME server!! This past weekend was the silliest PvP session throughout the days on Kath Hound. Level 50 queues all but died since the main PVPers were all on ALTS..and the premades involved did nothing but dominate our green horns ALL day. Erick, im never one to complain much about a game i enjoy. Actually i spend a decent amount of time trolling the Trolls on various forums in defense of SWTOR. With that said the game does NOT have 5 million subscribers and even my server which is standard can reach moments being too inactive. Think again. Silly silly move to not implement cross server functions!!

More with the "kiting"... Please make a collage of pics of your wins and placement/comms...oh wait, it didntvwork out for you. Kite who and what, where??? Voidstar, Civil War? Only people to be kited are unprepared gear or team wise. Only kiting that should be done is you sending people to the med center. No offense but I welcome strats but some im seeing are pointless.

Interesting to see people point out one thing not realizing they are exposing their own flaws. Trying hybrid for a dps merc is phsyco babble. Kiting?? Someone said "every class should know how to kite." Cute...but you are mixing your PvE into my PvP. All sorts of yanks/grapples and force leaps negate all this kiting being mentioned. Unless you are playing against Gold Fish. Or maybe some of you would like to be Hutt Ball mascots? "Watch me slow the ball carrier until he force speeds off and his teams realizes you are a Jack of all trades, mastervof none. /deadRepeatedly No offense to the O.P. but im more responding to the illogical and misleading replies.

So much QQ and no screenshots of these zaaany stats? 500-600k Pyros? Lmaoooo. What server? What opponents? A premade of Fresh Roleplay only 50s wanting to try out PVP?? haha Unreal. Every class plays a role and has their own unique ways of contributing. Arsenal mercs were NEVER MOBILE. So any other issues rely on your team and positioning and overall PvP savvy. This thread has weeded out all the junky Mercs, excellent work! The original post with TLDR and War Hero claims, Your team and team composition needs fixing in a serious way.

^^This should have a big star by it. Many like myself will spec into Pyro and get awkward results if switching from Arsenal. Great defensive (inturrpts on doors/turrets) dots/AoE but dont excpect to charge at an equally geared person and think they will take evasive action and time soon. Use your noodle and have fun.

There are many strats involved in PvP for survivability, 1v1 etc. Start a more recent thread and i'd be glad to partake in sharing/recieving tips. My point as well as the original posts' point is there is nothing wrong with Dps Mercs. Especially Arsenal. Its more than just tracer missle when dealing with skilled teams. Finally anyone playing Dps merc and not even remotely enjoying themself in PvP should unqueue immediately and return to the their roleplay activities.

Way to be irrelevant...

You sir, should run for president. I hopped onto forums reading so much fallacy regarding Dps Mercs. It laughable.

It is needed. Why wouldnt it be? Every (game) MMO has purposes with mechanics. Somewhere down the line the masses ignore the fact that most MMOs are still Rpgs. Dislike? Then create a paper and pencil rpg and make all your own rules, checks and balances.

Thanks. @ work on mobile net for now, so i figured i'd try the actual PvP forums to see if i can lear a thing or two.

If anyone has links or input on actual strategies, builds, class specific, or in general for PvP, please post here. I dont care about your feelings, other games, or how long you intend on keeping your account. (For every one helpful-informative post, you have sort through so much muck to find it.) -Thank you.

My last /shrug is aimed at all the gaming analysts with their projections on the future of this game. Keep up the great work! Yer doing great...

Not defending anything as I remain unnaffected by this outcome but IF these things are wanted budgeting and smart money management is needed. Fyi, I too will have to save since my character would need too. If they cheapen everything, it doesnt promote people to play more.

Many people would like to own a sports car than ride a public bus as well. If certain things are wanted, there are numerous effective ways to accrue Credits for a normal level 50. Standing around RPing is not a good solution, nor is running terribly unsuccessful ops and flashpoints (repairs). The same people wanting instant gratification are the same ones who would say things are too easy and repetitive...

0 - 12 PvP has major issues, from the gear to whatever anyway. Person in full Battlemaster was getting crit for 5K a blow. No excuses, BW needs to fix PvP. MMO's have been out for decades, so there is no reason they cant research how they work.

Agreed. The amount of crap a well geared Healer can pull off is not only game changing but almost imbalanced, almost. I feel no sympathy, let the marks do what they may. As for the the people, mentioning WoW as the God of MMO's. What they do is not the deciding factor for anything. They've just dumbed everything down to the point where almost ALL classes are damn near the same, only difference is the look.

Well said. And as for the OP, Bioware will need your help since your Pentium 3,750mhz and Voodoo Card aren't really making the cut. Try Pong, I heard that game is a blast. ;P

Hello kid. Welcome to PC gaming 101 and GAMING of today. Whether its for your PC or Console, most new games ESPECIALLY MMO's have issues. At least BW attempts to fix them. Can't say the same for other popular titles (Black Ops, MW3, BF2) that sell millions upon millions of copies, getting no service to them for months on end or if at all. And if anyone wants to mention WoW, it took them 7 years to start using mechanics that seem convenient. YEARS! LFG didn't come about for years! 2 months and the rants compete with games that have been on the market for eons. Good job BW! (no sarcasm)

@ The OP Nice, and when people such I myself on the EAST COAST had to suck eggs, while the OTHER MMO's out West did their routine, no one cared much for us either. I see your point but I feel no pity since, they are actually adjusting/ fixing issues each time. If the servers just came down for with no explanation, I would understand.

Hey grats! I'm 32 and have been playing MMO's since I was 16. I think you are right to a degree but are missing a sense of scale. What is the first thing that sets this game aside from others? It's based on Star Wars. In the end, it's a still "just a game" no matter how anyone wants to spin it, and games* require rules (limits), and objectives. That said, any fan of Star Wars knows what a Jedi/ Sith Lord etc. is capable of. I'm not trying to bash your opinion, but you tell me how to make a game full of people running around damn near invincible. That's my point, INVINCIBLE, the magical Force, deflecting anything shot at them while hurling Star Ships with a little focus in a matter of seconds. Sounds great, but for people paying monthly that would only appease people easily entertained. You wouldn't need a group, you wouldn't need help, well maybe ONE other person... Apply this to any fictional story or character, one such as Superman. EVERY Superman game, whether its thought to be good or bad, reaches a point where you say, "why doesn't he just do xyz??" Why? Because it is a game designed to SOMEHOW challenge the masses that have bought it. Not trying to talk in a condescending fashion but your thoughts on Elites are touched on up above. The game has to have some sort of mechanic to combat the fictional power of Star Wars. Notice when the mobs are not Elite how you blow through them all like paper in a hurricane? You have a point but its bad enough ppl Troll about being 50 with nothing to do, last thing THIS GAME needs is an EZ mode grind. Oh, not to mention many have become a Light Armor squishy hearing stories of power, and feel let down when they realize they really can't take a beating. Hopefully you are enjoying the choices you've made all around, overall. (( You claim experience, but with NO external influence, just seeing the 3 grades of Armor class, light, medium etc; I knew to lean towards what I'd be comfortable in. ))

I see your point and not to sound negative, all I can say is go with the flow. Each craft will have its own pluses and minus over time. Do you like what you are doing or are you looking just to craft yourself epic gear? If your skill is high, I see it as a waste to abandon it.