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How to help with a suggestion.

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Cory:
Developers time is often stretched thin. Currently we have one developer Eldarian. Implementation of suggestions, bug fixes, and new content can be from a quick fix to very long and complicated. Because of this, we'll be using the forum to track suggestions so that they aren't lost in the middle of other projects.

What helps get something done:
Parses and logs. Sets of data done well, help save time. Instead of a dev running 10 minute parses with different setups, players can do this. This lets devs skip ahead and try to implement a change and then spend the time testing the change. Often times players will be recruited for this testing process as well. This can be an ongoing back and forth thing that takes several days or weeks.

Screenshots and other background information is also helpful. Ways in which it ties into current story lines, how it might affect other classes. Say a pet change for Beastlords which may be needed. Might cause impact on other classes it wasn't meant to affect. Links to where something similar has been done on live, spell files etc.

Helping with concepts from naming, the quest/way to obtain it, the balance of the item etc. All of this will help. With that being said, not every suggestion is implemented. Sometimes there are client limitations, too difficult to code vs the reward. Could also be that it goes against another suggestion or story line already unfolding. Perhaps a future zone has this feature etc.

Keep forum threads to one subject, so that it's streamlined and not talking about say rogue backstab damage, pet damage, and druid dots. Each one should be separated so that it can be done systematically by devs.

TLDR: Help the devs, by keeping info straight forward, and easy to digest when there is time to do so. The more info and well thought out a plan is, the more likely it'll get implemented and closer to what people have in mind.  Devs will set aside time each week to work on such suggestions. Keep suggestion threads on track and keep them limited scope.

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