NorthernYahoo Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I feel a bit uncomfortable when I see that women are able to be practically naked under the cover of wearing a slave girl (!) outfit, but the men still have to wear pants/robes (or if a covert energy legs exist, its no longer available on the GTN, and it should have been from the start to provide a male alternative). The fact that it's a slave girl outfit just adds to the insult. It is blatantly sexist, even though some people might say it is "lore-friendly" (then again, that particular "lore" was made about thirty years ago, a different time). It's so strange that Bioware has created a rigidly stereotypical game in some ways (Mobs overwhelmingly composed of men, absence of SGR at launch, sexually segregated armor designs, SGR for men on the "evil" side). Of course, the blatant problems with bolster cancel this out since everyone fights naked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfninjajedi Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Except, you know ya don't gotta wear the slave outfit...its entirely optional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlaricSevGirl Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I feel a bit uncomfortable when I see that women are able to be practically naked under the cover of wearing a slave girl (!) outfit, but the men still have to wear pants/robes (or if a covert energy legs exist, its no longer available on the GTN, and it should have been from the start to provide a male alternative). The fact that it's a slave girl outfit just adds to the insult. It is blatantly sexist, even though some people might say it is "lore-friendly" (then again, that particular "lore" was made about thirty years ago, a different time). It's so strange that Bioware has created a rigidly stereotypical game in some ways (Mobs overwhelmingly composed of men, absence of SGR at launch, sexually segregated armor designs, SGR for men on the "evil" side). Of course, the blatant problems with bolster cancel this out since everyone fights naked I agree in a way but the game is what you make it. Some people like to play as slave girls, so be it, let them. I think it's stupid and degrading but then that's my opinion. I also really dislike what they did for SGR. Really now, I'm not, but they should have given two options on each side for SGR, male and female to make it equitable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsillah Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I feel a bit uncomfortable when I see that women are able to be practically naked under the cover of wearing a slave girl (!) outfit, but the men still have to wear pants/robes (or if a covert energy legs exist, its no longer available on the GTN, and it should have been from the start to provide a male alternative). The fact that it's a slave girl outfit just adds to the insult. It is blatantly sexist, even though some people might say it is "lore-friendly" (then again, that particular "lore" was made about thirty years ago, a different time). It's so strange that Bioware has created a rigidly stereotypical game in some ways (Mobs overwhelmingly composed of men, absence of SGR at launch, sexually segregated armor designs, SGR for men on the "evil" side). Of course, the blatant problems with bolster cancel this out since everyone fights naked yeah and what's up with the boring bra when your female character wears the covert top. The male characters are completely bare chested so why not the female characters? There are always stereotypes. It's always difficult to figure out where you want to draw the line.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthernYahoo Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 Oh no don't misunderstand me! I don't want the females to stop being naked, I want both sexes to be naked! I'm all for objectifying everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation etc.!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eillack Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Yup, OP is cuckoo for coco-puffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimex Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Oddly enough, there is a chest piece for JK's that is different when worn by different genders. I cannot recall what it's called, but for the female it shows the mid drift along with bare arms (except the rings just below the shoulders) On the male of the same piece, it is similar, but with a white t-shirt to cover all the flesh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirameki Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) Oh no don't misunderstand me! I don't want the females to stop being naked, I want both sexes to be naked! I'm all for objectifying everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation etc.!!! Same. Thank the maker we have players such as the OP in the following thread making such wonderful creations : http://www.swtor.com/community/showthread.php?t=425762 So devs take a look at that thread and make some more skimpy outfits for the male characters. Edited April 23, 2013 by Kirameki Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimex Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Same. Thank the maker we have players such as the OP in the following thread making such wonderful creations : http://www.swtor.com/community/showthread.php?t=425762 So devs take a look at that thread and make some more skimpy outfits for the male characters. Well, that's my calender sorted for the remainder of the year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cidanel Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) I feel a bit uncomfortable when I see that women are able to be practically naked under the cover of wearing a slave girl (!) outfit, but the men still have to wear pants/robes (or if a covert energy legs exist, its no longer available on the GTN, and it should have been from the start to provide a male alternative). The fact that it's a slave girl outfit just adds to the insult. It is blatantly sexist, even though some people might say it is "lore-friendly" (then again, that particular "lore" was made about thirty years ago, a different time). It's so strange that Bioware has created a rigidly stereotypical game in some ways (Mobs overwhelmingly composed of men, absence of SGR at launch, sexually segregated armor designs, SGR for men on the "evil" side). Of course, the blatant problems with bolster cancel this out since everyone fights naked It is almost like they gear the game towards their target demographic of 20-30 year old males or something...Insane! But I agree, let's bring in speedos for guys to even it out. Edited April 23, 2013 by Cidanel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talahar Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) Same. Thank the maker we have players such as the OP in the following thread making such wonderful creations : http://www.swtor.com/community/showthread.php?t=425762 So devs take a look at that thread and make some more skimpy outfits for the male characters. Not gonna lie, some of the clothes in that thread I'd use myself on some of my chars.... <notbad.jpg> So yeah, I'm all for equal opportunity objectifying! And in the interest of full disclosure: I put my dark side jedi lady in one of the skimpy cartel pack outfits. Edited April 23, 2013 by Talahar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selenial Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Oddly enough, there is a chest piece for JK's that is different when worn by different genders. I cannot recall what it's called, but for the female it shows the mid drift along with bare arms (except the rings just below the shoulders) On the male of the same piece, it is similar, but with a white t-shirt to cover all the flesh. Same for half of the sorcerer robes. And I believe it's the aspiring Knights vest... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arutar Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I feel a bit uncomfortable when I see that women are able to be practically naked under the cover of wearing a slave girl (!) outfit, but the men still have to wear pants/robes (or if a covert energy legs exist, its no longer available on the GTN, and it should have been from the start to provide a male alternative). On the other hand, if you put off all you clothes, female characters still have tops, so technically it is the men who are forced to wear less. I demand this blatant sexim to be stopped! Either we get mankinis or females loose their tops! Only way to achieve gender equality in ... a... videogame. p.s. After thinking a while on this subject, I have decided that I rather prefer the solution without mankinis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Moonshadow Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 If you think Star Wars is sexist against females, I got news for you... YOU ARE TOTALLY 100% RIGHT ON THAT! The truth is right here. I love these guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzoorrzz Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I'm not sure what the OP is talking about. Probably I'm not entirely up to date with the whole "gender stereotypes" thing. IMO it's all BS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akash Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 The game is a reflection of the playerbase, by the numbers of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyfy Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 I suppose no one has noticed the female "SGR" on Imp side? On my female Merc flirt options came up for both of the female NPCs that start off the Macrobinoculars and Seeker droid quests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommot Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 They're trying to appeal to the majority of their target audience. This game isnt anymore sexist/not PC than the rest of the entertainment industry. Quit trying to create an issue where there isnt one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimex Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Same for half of the sorcerer robes. And I believe it's the aspiring Knights vest... Yes, that's the one. The aspiring Knights vest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeweledleah Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 honestly, at this point, I'd be happy if outfits that comes with belt and awesome sleeves looks the same on my female characters as on males, instead of suddenly turning into sports bras with a hoods >_> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimex Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 They're trying to appeal to the majority of their target audience. This game isnt anymore sexist/not PC than the rest of the entertainment industry. Quit trying to create an issue where there isnt one. The fact that it has become normalized makes this a bigger issue. Ofc, it's much easier to claim it isn't an issue when the stereotype is in your favor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjax Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) Women pixels in-game being "nude" under the slavegirl outfit actually feels like a throwback to SWG. I dig it. But regarding the whole gender stereotype thing.. Stereotype is stereotype. They surface everywhere. Anything you can say in regards to in game dialogue is practially based on stereotypes. Iguess all I have to say is that I don't want you to get your knickers in a twist over it. Edited April 23, 2013 by Sjax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TUXs Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) Yup, OP is cuckoo for coco-puffs. Uh huh lol. Needs a real problem to come along if this is truly upsetting... Edited April 23, 2013 by TUXs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talahar Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 The Whoooosh sounds as the point of the thread flies over the heads of people are bursting ear drums left and right. Don't take yourselves so gosh darned serious, this is the frickin' internet. *shakes head* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nieky Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 but let me guess, you're still cool with me paying for all your drinks at the cantina right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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