New Patch Team
Starting with the next iteration of EP we are going to be creating a new patch team to discuss possible balance changes and their pros and cons. We hope that this will speed up the patch process and improve the quality of the initial list of changes, ultimately leading to a better final product with a unified player backing.
The team currently consists of:
As always, community feedback is an important part of the patch process and the new EP team does not replace that. Even if you are not a part of the patch team, you can still be an important part of the patch-making process, and we will be frequently polling the community and involving the community in discussion of potential changes before making any decisions. You can participate in the first wave of discussion topics here!
ESOC Patch Goals
EP's goal involves more than continuing to improve the game in more than just balance, however. ESOC Patch will continue to improve the game's less-relevant features with the goal of pushing them into a conceivably usable state without intruding on game balance. It's important not to get this wrong, so each change in this regard will be handled with great thought and care. More on this in future posts.
To kick things off we'll need a balance poll of course! Check out this thread to participate: viewtopic.php?f=80&t=20538