Author Topic: Lets add rescue missions for the stranded pilots (Read 2681 times)

rabbidrabbit · « **Reply #15 on:** March 22, 2006, 04:07:13 PM »

Ideally it would be nice for the downed pilot to "gift" perks to the rescuer but that just complicates the issue.

If you drop vehicle supplies you don't get perks so I would imagine its best to leave it there. If you got half of whatever the rescued pilot got then it might encourage more rescues but I'd rather have rescue and no perks than no rescue.

TyrNM · « **Reply #16 on:** March 22, 2006, 04:16:59 PM »

Perhaps a scoreless SAR capability ought to be created and then see if anyone actually attempts them before any scoring is added. Sort of Beta test the whole idea.

Gato · « **Reply #17 on:** March 22, 2006, 04:17:21 PM »

How bout the rescuer get the perks based on distance like with a base resupply, only a little better? Also, the pilot did get shot down, so he shouldn't get the perks of landed kills, but better than a ditch or just a bailed. Not giving the "kill" to the other pilot is not right. He did down the plane, and it was never really about killing the pilot, but the plane in combat. With that said, there would still be little reason to shoot chutes. In fact it might stop it with the hope of getting the kill on the rescuer too.

As for the rescuer, I think it should be like landing kills, if you get two downed pilots, you get your name up in lights and a perk bonus. I think that should stop the "farming" part of it. Besides, that would be no worse than vulching for points.

TyrNM · « **Reply #18 on:** March 22, 2006, 04:33:18 PM »

OK, so you only get a small perk bonus and your name in lights if you rescue more than 1 pilot. That might just be enough to get someone to try it once in a while which would be the goal. There could be a small multiplier for 3 or more rescued pilots. Also, with no points awarded for just 1 pilot rescued, that would satisfy those that just want to try it for fun - no pain or gain! I could live with that. I know I would salute those that are successful! Still, there needs to be an incentive for the downed pilot. Otherwise, he just goes back to the tower to fly again. Perhaps a new category called "rescued" that goes right along with landed, ditched, bailed, capured, killed, disco'd. Perhaps being rescued keeps you from having a negative impact on your kill/death ratio - your kills aren't landed either.

G0ALY · « **Reply #19 on:** March 22, 2006, 06:36:53 PM »

I have been a big fan of this idea for some time. While many, if not the majority, of players would not fly more than a few rescue missions… some definitely would. I would be one of them. To me it would be no different than the times that I have flown some distance just to bring my friends vehicle supplies. Except that it may be a little more intense… and that can only be a good thing.

The interaction between players is what makes this game great. It is also what keeps many of us here long past the time that we would have left any other game. Anything that increases team play is a good idea. I cannot tell you how much more I enjoy playing this game when I am with my squad, or even just a good group of countrymen for that matter, than when I am flying alone looking for a fight.

We already have ways we can use to help each other in this game. From giving a simple “Check six”, to the ability to deliver vehicle supplies to someone in need. This would add even more. Plus, an appropriate perk or point system for successful rescues would only increase the desire to pick up a downed squaddie.

rabbidrabbit · « **Reply #20 on:** March 22, 2006, 07:10:21 PM »

Good post Goaly,

Some folks don't realize the strength of any group is based on community. The stronger the community the more likey one is to join it and remain with it beyond where they would otherwise.

FiLtH · « **Reply #21 on:** March 23, 2006, 10:31:20 AM »

Id love it! It would be another job for guys who do alot of the reupplying and stuff. They would be heros!

daddog · « **Reply #22 on:** March 23, 2006, 01:08:01 PM »

It is not a new idea. Something the CM team has wanted for a long time. Neverthelsss I think it is a great idea.

G0ALY · « **Reply #23 on:** March 24, 2006, 06:47:02 PM »

…And how about the Vought Kingfisher?

It could be launched from, and recovered by, the cruiser. Rescuing players who are in the water. It could even lead to interesting player interactions when the friendly CV is sunk, and the fighter jocks could bail or ditch to be picked up.

Just a thought…

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Gato · « **Reply #24 on:** March 24, 2006, 06:49:51 PM »

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Originally posted by G0ALY
ï¿½And how about the Vought Kingfisher?

It could be launched from, and recovered by, the cruiser. Rescuing players who are in the water. It could even lead to interesting player interactions when the friendly CV is sunk, and the fighter jocks could bail or ditch to be picked up.

Just a thoughtï¿½

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I think the PBY would be better in the long run. You could pick up more than a couple that way.

G0ALY · « **Reply #25 on:** March 24, 2006, 07:46:23 PM »

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Originally posted by Gato
I think the PBY would be better in the long run. You could pick up more than a couple that way.

True, but the Kingfisher would already be on location with the cruiser and would not require a rescuing player to make a lengthy flight from a base. Also, as it stands now with the gunner coding, only one other player can join your plane.

Mind you, I would love to see the PBY added, and have already requested it. In addition to rescue it could serve several other roles.

bkbandit · « **Reply #26 on:** April 06, 2006, 03:06:19 PM »

i think its a something worth a try. I mean alot of time u get shot down in the middle of no where you just kill urself so u dont hav to wait 4 the chute to glide u down to the floor. U just have to make it worth it for someone to go pick people up. I guess u just give them a crap load of perk points, or you give them like a certain amount per person. You could also do it by the location of the pilot, give more points if its in a hot zone. That jeep would be good 4 it.

Wasp · « **Reply #27 on:** April 07, 2006, 07:05:37 AM »

would the water have to be changed to introduce flying boats cos at the minute when i plane touches the water its like touching concrete or something plus pilots can walk on the water !!

bkbandit · « **Reply #28 on:** April 07, 2006, 09:53:21 AM »

i should be changed....... i hav landed on the water to many times. they should make you drown or sink or somethin.

Martyn · « **Reply #29 on:** April 07, 2006, 01:02:25 PM »

This has been brought up before - many times.

It's still a darn good idea though.

Suggestions for pick-up planes/vehicles/boats also included: -

Short Sunderland
Grasshopper
Lysander
Storch
Kubelwagon
Hanomag SDKFZ 251
Junkers JU52
Vospers
E-Boats

If the Sunderland and PBY were added that might allow sub-hunting later...? (Subs? Subs? Where have we heard that one? LOL)

The Grasshopper, Lysander and Storch might also allow artillery spotting later...? (Artillery? Artillery? Where have we heard that one? ROFL)

The Jeep's a goooood start though.