In Game Sail/Title For Pioneers

  • Do you think pioneers should get an in game title and/or sails?

    Fairly simple post, a friend of mine made the suggestion and I was curious. Even if you're not a pioneer (maybe you want to join one day) do you think it would be a welcomed addition? I personally think a new title that just says "Pioneer" would be cool.

    Rare gets "the R"
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    Deckhands get "the hand"
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    Founders get "the skull"
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    All come with a title which matches the users forum badge as well as a sail. Since pioneers are also fundamental in the development of the game and contributions to the forums should they get something too? I vote yes, what's your vote?

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  • I'd vote yes but not now. Because right now there are more important things for Rare to do. Maybe ask again in 6 months or so.

  • I personally vote no, as I think it would not only devalue the status of Pioneer into something people pursue to get the sails (which would likely result in more low effort posts and feedback, as people have many misconceptions as to what they look for in new pioneers), but I also think it isn't necessary. I think the ability to test features that aren't out yet is quite enough, and a Pioneer should care enough about the game to invest the time and effort into testing without rewards.

    It's also not something people can sign up for, unlike the Founders sails and title. There was an opportunity for everyone to sign up for those. Rare sails and deckhand sails are a bit of a special case, because (obviously) working for Rare should have some in game perk, and deckhands do a very thankless job that puts them in the crosshairs for abusive behavior for free. They deserve the sails more than us Pioneers, I think.

    Of course, I wouldn't say no to some exclusive items, but generally feel the game is better off only providing cosmetic options that are attainable by everyone.

  • It was something the original pioneers also requested but it was never added. I would assume that they will not be giving such a thing as it would not be fair on the Original pioneers who didnt get re-invited due to them changing there requirements.

    I think @DrunkPunk138 summed it up a lot better than I could lol

  • @dcr-lt-kanada

    For me, it is and always has been a no I'm afraid... I would hate for us to be separated and made to stand out from the crowd. Our reward has been to play and test the game early... for me, that is rewarding enough.

    But I can see why many may want or ask for it!

  • @DrunkPunk138 @Musicmee terrible idea, gotcha.

  • @dcr-lt-kanada Woooooahhh :P Not terrible at all...

  • Not a terrible idea, but the concept of it wouldn't favour anything, or stand any purpose. As previous mateys have stated, I for one, would never raise it, nor like to see it on the seas!

  • Technically we already have a title which came with the founders sails: Brave Vanguard and its the title that I use all the time.

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