Him

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He casually strolled along the tenth floor, looking for the herbal NPC shop that rested somewhere on this floor. He hadn't heard much about it, but as each instance of the <<Earning a Living>> quest differed for each individual, he didn't necessarily mind it. People completed the quest with different NPCs, professions, floors, and levels; he was more than pleased doing so on the most recent floor to be unlocked. However, he did happen to be upset with the decision making process, for each profession permitted players a multitude of opportunities, yet only one would be permitted per player. That was not the only negative factor as players couldn't switch professions once they completed the quest, which meant that he'd have to stick with it, through all the subtle updates and market trends.

He wandered into the shop, arms crossed behind his back, "Excuse me, might the shop owner be here?" He verbally reached out to nobody in particular, hoping that a voice would respond with a reassuring confirmation. The store was rather lacking in appeal, being far more bland in color variety than he had expected. He only noticed a few items currently available for sale, but none quite fit what he desired. With nothing around to gaze upon, he looked up the ladder, spotting the pattern among the lanterns out of his peripherals, "Oh, that's quite the... homely touch." After making it to the counter, he'd wait until the shop owner was ready, "Nice to meet you, I'm Him." He extended his hand, giving the owner the chance to shake his hand before returning it behind his back, "I'm here to place an order for pick up at a later time. The craft that I desire is a fist wrap item designed to look, and preferably feel, like a formal nylon glove in the real world. Of course, I'll have to request that you do so with the maximum damage enchantment that you can achieve." He stood still, awaiting her verdict.

Name: Formal Fist Wraps
Type: Weapon
Quality: Perfect
Effects: +3 Damage
Description: These fist wraps are designed to appear and feel as a pair of white, formal gloves, permitting the wielder to exhibit both unfaltering prowess and exquisite taste.

Shop: Cloak and Dagger

 

It hadn't been too long ago that Him had entered the festival of Saint Valentine, emotions regarding this event hidden behind his ever grinning mask. There were an endless flow of visitors coming for the attractions, whether it was part of the festival or to someone else. They all seemed to be enjoying themselves or, as far as the lovebirds had shown, trying to enjoy each other. He had no desire to act as if he was interested in the fair itself, he was much more of a people person. With the emotions, particularly of love and depression, floating in the air, he was more than delighted to have made his way here. Some people had come as couples, others happened to wind up on the same path, while the few unlucky were all by their lonesome. While alone, he did not consider this a misfortune, but a golden opportunity to wedge himself into the business of a lucky passerby.

[6036] 8 - 12
Him: 4/9 (+1 HP)
Rock: 0/10

[6035] 2 - 7
Him: 3/9
Rock: 1/10

[6034] 5 - 9
Him: 4/9
Rock: 1/10

[6033] 5 - 5
Him: 5/9
Rock: 1/10

[6032] 6 - 9
Him: 2/9
Rock: 1/10

[6031] 4 - 2
Him: 2/9
Rock: 2/10

[6030] 3 - 3
Him: 3/9
Rock: 2/10

[5992] 9 - 3
Him: 9/9
Rock: 2/10

He stood back up after a few minutes had passed by, assuring himself that he had devised a plan. Rather than formulating what would statistically be the best location for a strike, he'd simply do widespread damage instead of focused damage. Obviously, the center was actually taking the consistent damage that he had been dishing out in the beginning so he needed another plan and he figured this would do. He walked to the left side and positioned himself so that he was as far away as possible from the other cracks before winding up his arm and throwing in a jab. If the crack could form, then perhaps it'd be easier to follow up with the newfound strategy.

Him: 9/9 (+5 HP - Health Potion)
Rock: 4/10

The natural response that recoiled through his leg was slightly more severe than the one that flowed through his arm, this was truly bothering him. He let out a sigh and plopped down, leaning against the rock. He pulled his mask up, not enough to reveal his face, but just enough to consume the potion that he had previously purchased. He looked up, watching his health bar completely fill to the end, much to his satisfaction. Thankfully, it was a minimal expense, even if the price was high enough to knock out what little remained of his coinage. He didn't have much since he had only just begun, but he didn't need everything.

[5991] 5 - 4
Him: 4/9
Rock: 4/10

He pulled his hand back, gritting his teeth in the process, "Relax, there is nothing to get infuriated with." He calmly put the problem in a much simpler form, "I must get past this rock. To do so, I must break the rock. A weapon has no effect. Fists do have an effect. Physical contact with the player is the required means of inflicting damage to the structural integrity of the rock." He thought about it for a second, thinking of a secondary means of physical contact, "That must mean..." He took a few steps back, broke into a semi-sprint, then kicked it much like one would see in a hollywood action movie.
 

[5990] 2 - 12
Him: 5/9 (+1HP)
Rock: 4/10

He withdrew his fist, "Damn, this is quite the predicament." He had well and truly formed a plan in the beginning, one that obviously had a pretty good degree of success. At least until now, which meant he would have to try something else. He wasn't entirely sure what to do though since his weapon was useless in such a situation and only physical contact could otherwise "clobber" it. Of course, he could always purchase some apple cobbler and toss it at the rock, but if... wait, "I will kill somebody today if that is the solution." He hit his clenched fist against the rock, unintentionally striking it.

[5989] 5 - 5
Him: 5/9
Rock: 4/10

Unfortunately, he wasn't too successful in his positioning as it sent that familiar sensation up his arms, "Seems I'm taking the wrong approach." He felt his palm across the surface of the rock, hoping that it would give him some sort of sense for its weakness points. The texture felt the same, the lack of warmth was the same, and... Well, besides the crack, he couldn't tell anything apart from one another. It was all the same rock, nothing particular about it, thus he tried to punch it once more in the center. Even if it didn't work, it would at least be worth the shot.

A) Yes, this is an inherent problem. With so many possible enchantment slots, everything would be taken (as is). As we were discussing in the chat, a wider variety and depth of each enchantment would be necessary. Of course, players could go with the standard DMG or MIT, but other effects would need to be adjusted as well.

B) Already mentioned this in my latest comment.

C) A formula would be needed to incorporate the two ideas, but I do believe that would be a positive adjustment so long as it doesn't give you too much an advantage for your level range.

D) Yes, I do believe the 7-9 grind needs clean up. It is a hill that, as far as I've seen, causes players to lose interest rather quickly. They go from leveling at a steady, slowly curving pace to 4-6 times the standard.

E) Absolutely. Much like the Mob Health, the Mob Damage should incorporate a formula as well. Keith (he's a great basis example for all this higher tier talk) wouldn't even need damage mitigation while fighting a mob, just roll a 10+ on the CD and he instantly heals it back.

[5988] 4 - 2
Him: 6/9
Rock: 4/10

"No, sir." He removed his fist from the cracked surface, satisfied that two corners fo the triangular points were now fully and well connected. It was by no means a guaranteed logic, with this being a game, but he assumed that the creators of such an intricate and intoxicating game such as this would have thought of such logic. It was undoubtedly coded into the game, especially with this being a quest, but Him was uncertain as to what may or may not be the key to performing the perfect strike. He wound up once more, intending to connect the second gap between two of the unconnected cracks.

[5987] 8 - 5
Him: 7/9
Rock: 4/10

He pulled his fist back just as quickly away as he did towards, "Missed the mark." He had hit the curvature of the concave marking, sending a spike of pain in his wrist as the punch failed in accuracy, but not power. It was surprising to know that he had lost health from engaging in combat with a non-living, unmoved object. A simpleton at best, he could only imagine what titles he would earn if someone happened across him while he was partaking on this rather short and dull quest, "Well, it shouldn't take much more of a beating." It looked quite rough already with all the cracks, but one more punch might be all it would take...
 

[5986] 2 - 9
Him: 7/9
Rock: 5/10

It didn't seem to do much, leaving nothing more than a hardly noticeable crater from the punch itself, but it must be successful if it left him undamaged. He winded his arm around, stretching it, though it was unlikely that it would have any effect. He wasn't too sure if this game had some degree of strength intertwined with the punching mechanics, considering this was known as "Sword" Art Online and not something of the fist to fist, beat-em-up genre. He would line up a shot at the center, smack dab in the middle of the miniature crater he had inflicted.

[5985] 7 - 9
Him: 8/9
Rock: 5/10

It worked very well, the crack spread towards the other two cracks, leaving a small gap between the ends of each of the lines extending from the original cracks. He rubbed his chin once again, it would take at least another four hits to completely break through the surface, but he wasn't quite sure if it would take many more than that or if it was a spot on assumption. Rather than taking his time to calculate all that was involved, he cut right back to the chase. He threw his arm towards the center, in between all three current cracks, assuming that it would be the next optimal location.

[5984] 9 - 8
Him: 8/9
Rock: 6/10

A crack, very similar to the original one, formed on the surface, "There we go, that's still quite easy. It appears as if it's more of a game of minesweeper, taking a few lucky guesses to start off the entire mathematical game." He examined the rock once more, determining that creating a triangular pattern amongst the rock would enable the structure of it to begin falling apart at an increased rate. At the very least, it was worth a shot, "Right here." He patted the rock, leaving a slightly noticeable imprint before winding up his fist and punching it once again.

[5983] 8 - 7
Him: 8/9
Rock: 8/10

It didn't budge, "Humph." His health hadn't faltered simply due to the Battle Healing skill, but it did have a counter effect on him. He leaned against the rock, rubbing his chin beneath the mask, "It appears as if it does have a weakness, but it can not be abused multiple times." Considering that it had cracked with no outwards marks prior to his attack, that meant that certain faults beneath the surface could be brought up. However, that meant he would have to get lucky or find the corresponding points as they came up. He stood up and gave it another go, trying along the right hand side this time around.