Minority Mindset

These upcoming releases are set to resurrect two timeless strategy RPG games from Japan: “Farland Saga” and its sequel more commonly recognized in Japan as “The Guidepost of Time” or “Farland Saga: Toki no Michishirube.” “Farland Saga” belongs to the second sub-series within the broader Farland metaseries, following “Farland Story” and being followed by “Farland Odyssey” and “Farland Symphony.” Today, the creators of these games, TGL, are recognized as visual novel publisher Entergram.

After the updates to the towers were implemented, a post that garnered widespread attention was from user BigCountry2569, who succinctly expressed the general discontent: “Why on earth did they weaken towers? It seems like you can dive into them with no repercussions now. Is this what Hi-Rez is aiming for? Really?” This sentiment was mirrored in numerous comments as players shared their struggles with easily destroying towers, often within 8 minutes or less. Mrmasterbaster added to the discussion, mentioning they had managed to knock down the first tower three times in such a short timeframe—a far from optimal situation for a strategic game. The overall mood? Players aren’t just annoyed; they’re concerned that the essence of Smite may be gradually eroding, if not vanishing altogether.

In their post on Smite, Happily_Doomed initiates a passionate discussion about the value of communication among players. They emphasize that silencing all conversation might not be the best approach for newcomers as it could potentially hinder their learning experience. Instead, they suggest that it’s more appropriate to mute individual players who are disrespectful or unhelpful, rather than expecting newbies to mute everyone. Drawing on personal experiences, Happily_Doomed encourages the Smite community to remember that everyone begins as a novice and should offer support instead of advocating for a universal mute policy. Essentially, their post is a touching call for unity among players in the sometimes tumultuous world of Smite.

From my perspective as a fan, the heart of our discussion centers around the sentimental connection we have towards the original Skins. Redesigning a cherished character like Bacchus is like witnessing a childhood idol transform from a timeless superhero into… let’s say, a more down-to-earth character in a post-apocalyptic TV series. One user, TheGreatAzbell, simply put it: “It was white and gold in Smite 1, which I personally prefer but all well.” This statement encapsulates the feelings of many players – a longing for the original charm and appeal that’s now seemingly lost. Nostalgia often evokes fond memories of gameplay and victories, and when these are altered, it can feel like a betrayal, much like discovering your favorite movie didn’t quite capture the magic of the original sequel. With such deep emotional ties to the nostalgic designs, players are expressing their preferences with both humor and passion.

In a surprising twist, Fenrir – the fearsome Norse deity famed for his destructive strength – is generating interest among players as a support character. Rather than being sidelined, Fenrir is being embraced as an advocate for unorthodox tactics by gamers. User thingsbetw1xt expresses confidence in Fenrir’s prowess with the statement, “Fenrir supp has always delivered.” This statement underscores their belief that Fenrir can overpower opponents. The allure of Fenrir lies in his crowd control abilities and potential to swiftly obliterate enemies, thus altering the course of battles. Although primarily a damage dealer, Fenrir’s skillset enables him not only to protect allies from attackers but also to confront adversaries to initiate conflicts. A comment emphasizes that “with the prevailing anti-tank meta, one could argue that any character with crowd control is a viable support,” lending credence to Fenrir’s potential in the support role. Players are having fun exploring this powerful deity, and perhaps we might witness him as a regular pick for the support position in future!

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