RobotPirate30 on Jun 9, 2021 wrote:

Overall, I think the major parts of the update was a step in the right direction to say the least.

Boss/Side Story Content
They gave us exactly what they said they would, a boss with some side story content. They could definitely expand the storyline in the future. It was decent, a little on the short side, but it's a stepping stone to what could be a side world.

PvP

They added the champion weapons like we have been asking. It alleviates the incentivization of PvP. However, I suggest the entire PvP system still needs to be audited with all of the various bugs and broken aspects in PvP such as RNG, in addition to the ranked queue making it difficult to reach champion without boosting. Like said many times before, side systems like spectating and other inclusive features might help, but PvP and matchmaking is still in a weird spot with the meta not having changed for quite some time, almost to the point of stagnation.

QOL/Bug fixes
They said they would fix some bugs and they did, and in turn I think it made me a little more optimistic about the game. There are still many more bugs mentioned before and quality of life additions that need to be implemented, however.

What are ye thoughts on the new update?

My thoughts are that this is a step in the right direction. They're fixed some longstanding bugs and issues and have actually added new content, nether of which has happened in two years time. Not to mention, there is a "To be continued..." thrown in an the end of the new quests, which brings me hope that we will slowly fall into a regular update schedule again. I don't know if this would even have been possible without Gamigo's support, so I'm looking forward to the future of Pirate101 now.

This is a move that enables our hopes for the future, and should eventually result in even more coming.

Considering this update was done by the Wizard101's development team in their spare time, I AM IMPRESSED.

This bodes well for the future of P101 as the NEW KI has yet to hire a P101 team.

I have yet to hear any negative remarks about the new content.

Companions:
- Black Annie and Blightbeard companions now recruit at exact player level
- Added Soul Shroud to Charred Privateer's epic table
- Replaced a dupe talent on Charred Shaman with Bloodsucker rank 3 on all promo tiers
- Added a proper talent selection at level 32 for Giordano Bravo
- Added new housing items and pet snacks to Blightbeard's loot table
- Players can no longer purchase the Yuletide pack if they have already received the companions
- Some animal companions have been buffed with a new power in their repertoire
- (not in patch notes) Carcarius Grimtooth has a new power: Ravenous Fervor, which is a version of Fighting Fervor that only applies to animals.
- (not in patch notes) MINOTAUR SPEEDUP GLITCH WAS NOT PATCHED!
Adventures:
- Fixed the quest helper arrow in the quest "Yak Where We Belong"
- THE ULYSSES SOFTLOCK GLITCH ("Bring Me My Bow!" Quest Softlock) IS NO MORE
- Party Barge quests are now correctly identified as side quests
- (not in patch notes) Firstmate's Boon's effect was halved
- (not in patch notes) Blast of Discord's description was changed
- (not in patch notes) Stormgate to Aquila in Valencia's Aragon Skyway (Valencia 1 Skyway) was changed to Stormgate to Krokotopia
- (not in patch notes) OLD SCRATCH AND BLOOD FLAMES WERE NOT NERFED!
Items and Crown Shop:
- CHAMPION WEAPONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AGAIN!
- Increased the variety of cheeses that are offered in the Crown Shop
- Housing item "All That and a Mooda" is now sellable
- Added level requirements to all Dark Sea gear
- Updated the "Scavenging" loot tables for Valencia 2
- (not in patch notes) CABIN GLITCH WAS NOT PATCHED!
Graphics and Audio:
- Fixed an issue preventing Trusty Flint Locke from displaying the right variety of wares
- Fixed an animation issue when switching between mounts
- Updated the chat word list to include more in-game terms
Here's the patch notes: https://www.pirate101.com/free_game/update_notes/june2021
Feel free to tell me what else you find that was not mentioned!

RobotPirate30 on Jun 9, 2021 wrote:

Overall, I think the major parts of the update was a step in the right direction to say the least.

Boss/Side Story Content
They gave us exactly what they said they would, a boss with some side story content. They could definitely expand the storyline in the future. It was decent, a little on the short side, but it's a stepping stone to what could be a side world.

PvP

They added the champion weapons like we have been asking. It alleviates the incentivization of PvP. However, I suggest the entire PvP system still needs to be audited with all of the various bugs and broken aspects in PvP such as RNG, in addition to the ranked queue making it difficult to reach champion without boosting. Like said many times before, side systems like spectating and other inclusive features might help, but PvP and matchmaking is still in a weird spot with the meta not having changed for quite some time, almost to the point of stagnation.

QOL/Bug fixes
They said they would fix some bugs and they did, and in turn I think it made me a little more optimistic about the game. There are still many more bugs mentioned before and quality of life additions that need to be implemented, however.

What are ye thoughts on the new update?

Given how long we've waited and how much smoke they've blown at us in the past, I'm not ready to be even cautiously optimistic, but at least they've acknowledged that they do have another game besides W101. I'm afraid that it's going to be a case of too little, too late to save the game, but that was a choice that KI made. They can't even argue that they didn't know; we've been pointing out that we need more content to hold onto the pirates that remain and to lure old pirates back for how long now? And how can anyone in good conscience invite someone to start a cool new game knowing they'll be spinning their wheels after they hit Valencia 2?

I'm happy we got something, but I'm going to stick with a wait and see attitude until they do a bit more to show their attitude toward Pirate has changed for the better.

Fiorenza Rosanante... on Jun 15, 2021 wrote:

Given how long we've waited and how much smoke they've blown at us in the past, I'm not ready to be even cautiously optimistic, but at least they've acknowledged that they do have another game besides W101. I'm afraid that it's going to be a case of too little, too late to save the game, but that was a choice that KI made. They can't even argue that they didn't know; we've been pointing out that we need more content to hold onto the pirates that remain and to lure old pirates back for how long now? And how can anyone in good conscience invite someone to start a cool new game knowing they'll be spinning their wheels after they hit Valencia 2?

I'm happy we got something, but I'm going to stick with a wait and see attitude until they do a bit more to show their attitude toward Pirate has changed for the better.

I agree completely.

I was hoping that the "new side content" would be something ALL pirates could enjoy, like Crafting or Fishing - not yet another combat-oriented, max-level quest line. It was nice, but it was short, and didn't really introduce anything new. I haven't gotten a single new item - and apparently there is only the one weapon, which was bugged and unable to be equipped at Level 70. Even the Scavenging upgrade to include Valencia 2 gear isn't quite right, as we're getting a lot of the common non-class-specific gear from it.

I say, enough with towers and gauntlets and key bosses - how about something new for SHIPS? Ships are so important for Pirates, and one of the ways that make this game different from Wizard101 even more than actual combat.

[like a ship icon for here?]

Dutch Windmill on Jun 14, 2021 wrote:

Companions:
- Black Annie and Blightbeard companions now recruit at exact player level
- Added Soul Shroud to Charred Privateer's epic table
- Replaced a dupe talent on Charred Shaman with Bloodsucker rank 3 on all promo tiers
- Added a proper talent selection at level 32 for Giordano Bravo
- Added new housing items and pet snacks to Blightbeard's loot table
- Players can no longer purchase the Yuletide pack if they have already received the companions
- Some animal companions have been buffed with a new power in their repertoire
- (not in patch notes) Carcarius Grimtooth has a new power: Ravenous Fervor, which is a version of Fighting Fervor that only applies to animals.
- (not in patch notes) MINOTAUR SPEEDUP GLITCH WAS NOT PATCHED!
Adventures:
- Fixed the quest helper arrow in the quest "Yak Where We Belong"
- THE ULYSSES SOFTLOCK GLITCH ("Bring Me My Bow!" Quest Softlock) IS NO MORE
- Party Barge quests are now correctly identified as side quests
- (not in patch notes) Firstmate's Boon's effect was halved
- (not in patch notes) Blast of Discord's description was changed
- (not in patch notes) Stormgate to Aquila in Valencia's Aragon Skyway (Valencia 1 Skyway) was changed to Stormgate to Krokotopia
- (not in patch notes) OLD SCRATCH AND BLOOD FLAMES WERE NOT NERFED!
Items and Crown Shop:
- CHAMPION WEAPONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AGAIN!
- Increased the variety of cheeses that are offered in the Crown Shop
- Housing item "All That and a Mooda" is now sellable
- Added level requirements to all Dark Sea gear
- Updated the "Scavenging" loot tables for Valencia 2
- (not in patch notes) CABIN GLITCH WAS NOT PATCHED!
Graphics and Audio:
- Fixed an issue preventing Trusty Flint Locke from displaying the right variety of wares
- Fixed an animation issue when switching between mounts
- Updated the chat word list to include more in-game terms
Here's the patch notes: https://www.pirate101.com/free_game/update_notes/june2021
Feel free to tell me what else you find that was not mentioned!

Thank you for taking the time to list them all (especially the ones not in the update notes).

Blind Mew on Jun 16, 2021 wrote:

80s/90s... am I that old? If it's a 20th century reference it must be me? You wound me...

In point of fact, I did do the final quest writing, but it was very much a team effort from the writing staff - I had to lean on my writers for the wrestling references because I was just never that into wrestling. We brainstormed the basic plot as a group, then I wrote the quests and there was a rapid fire review and polish phase.

It was nice writing for Pirate again. Glad to hear everyone enjoyed the story!

Well, I'm that old and I barely got some of the references (although having brothers helped) How is Fliehr pronounced?

Halloween Chick on Jun 16, 2021 wrote:

I agree completely.

I was hoping that the "new side content" would be something ALL pirates could enjoy, like Crafting or Fishing - not yet another combat-oriented, max-level quest line. It was nice, but it was short, and didn't really introduce anything new. I haven't gotten a single new item - and apparently there is only the one weapon, which was bugged and unable to be equipped at Level 70. Even the Scavenging upgrade to include Valencia 2 gear isn't quite right, as we're getting a lot of the common non-class-specific gear from it.

I say, enough with towers and gauntlets and key bosses - how about something new for SHIPS? Ships are so important for Pirates, and one of the ways that make this game different from Wizard101 even more than actual combat.

[like a ship icon for here?]

Yes, compared to what we might have received, this update is small and exclusive. But, I feel that anything story wise is a benefit to the players/fans of Pirate101. There is more a majority of max-level pirates enjoying the challenge and an intriguing quest.
BTW, the weapon is now at an appropriate level.

Blind Mew on Jun 16, 2021 wrote:

80s/90s... am I that old? If it's a 20th century reference it must be me? You wound me...

In point of fact, I did do the final quest writing, but it was very much a team effort from the writing staff - I had to lean on my writers for the wrestling references because I was just never that into wrestling. We brainstormed the basic plot as a group, then I wrote the quests and there was a rapid fire review and polish phase.

It was nice writing for Pirate again. Glad to hear everyone enjoyed the story!

Was more expecting of a hint on when's Part 2 is going to arrive, but I'm actually more thankful to see your return on the forums. Welcome back and thanks for the new sidequest. Hopefully we'll get to see more activity from you and the rest of the old Pirate team on the forums like the old days. Anything you can answer regarding the new Stormgate to Krokotopia that appeared in Aragon or if Sinbad's quest has anything to do with such thing in a future update?

CdeWinter on Jun 18, 2021 wrote:

Similar to Flair. It's the wrestler, Ric Flair's real last name. The name that clued me into the references was Rowdy Ratty Piper/ Rowdy Rodney Piper.

Yeah, that was the one reference I did get. (So who represents Hulk Hogan and The Rock?)

Blind Mew on Jun 16, 2021 wrote:

80s/90s... am I that old? If it's a 20th century reference it must be me? You wound me...

In point of fact, I did do the final quest writing, but it was very much a team effort from the writing staff - I had to lean on my writers for the wrestling references because I was just never that into wrestling. We brainstormed the basic plot as a group, then I wrote the quests and there was a rapid fire review and polish phase.

It was nice writing for Pirate again. Glad to hear everyone enjoyed the story!

I hope you have the time to answer this question:
As I recall Mirage in W101, Sinbad was a cat (or qhat) similar to Calico Jake but Alboni claims that Sinbad is a Tiger; while the Crush-Tacian says he's a cat. So, is he a cat or a tiger (or "would that be telling")?

CdeWinter on Jun 29, 2021 wrote:

I know this isn't an answer.
But perhaps Sinbad is a cat, but his crew spreads the rumour that he's a tiger.
Sinbad is the epitome of exaggerated sea tales. Even in the Arabian Nights, Sinbad came across as an old salt, just telling tall tales of the sea.

Sinbad has already appeared in Wizard101. He's not necessarily a tiger, but rather has the appearance of a Quat from Mirage. He has the appearance of a tabby cat. And yes, he does possess incredible bravado.