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That is likely referring to the cycle of the elder dragons and how they awaken every so often. Now the elder dragon cycles will come to an end and a new series of cycles will take their place.

Unfortunately, right now I don't know whether to feel sorry for or laugh at the people who decided to waste their time on this class or game for the last year or two. I'm just glad I didn't. The only sad part about that for me isn't the game anymore as much as the fact that Pre-PoF I obviously never thought or wanted to feel that way to begin with.

"Ideas for next balance patch for mesmer" An apology to the Mesmer player base, or those that once were, for detrimental changes to a product we already payed money for.

Can you elaborate a bit more? In which format do you enjoy your mesmer, PvE, PvP, WvW? I ask because I still use my mesmer, he runs through events, the story, and crafting (PvE). But outside of that I do not play him much in other formats. And again in PvE, I feel (other people have crunched the numbers on this) that I must work SOOOO much harder to achieve a good burst of damage (condi or just damage in general) in PvE content compared to other classes I play. Should also note, I am not a min/max player. I play with what I have and what I like. Even with that, mesmer lacks so much compared to the other classes I play. It's a joke, he's just admitting he's a masochist.

Are you gearing for fractals or for raids?

Countless, I love some of your shatter change ideas and your composure during the video, but what are your plans if nothing changes?I only ask because I believe many here consider such by far the most likely outcome. Thanks,

In this balance patch we feel that clone generation has gotten a little out of hand.To balance this issue, summoning a clone will now cost an additional 25 endurance.Not only will this change create a sense of tradeoffs that weren't there before, but this will now limit clone production while still maintaining mirage's elusive role and nature.However, we will be continuing to monitor the situation.

Most of my opinions have already been confirmed by what many have already said here, particularly Me Games Ma and Dragoth.Bards are overdone stereotypes and I really want mesmer to be a class that walks its own path and is unique from other games.Something like a Siren with attacks more akin to shouts rather than 'singing' would be ok-something more like a Oprah singer breaking a glass with her vocals. However, anything that is focused and even semi focused on support is a big no no for me (even if it is a support type different from quickness and alacrity). I would much, much, much rather have the idea of a debuff dps spec, particularly if it is pulled off in a unique, original manor. What matters more for me is fixing mesmer's problems, holes, and potential roles.Aesthetics, lore, and role playing is secondary - not that I don't enjoy it though as well :)

Imagine the irony of a mesmer elite spec with a hammer like a juggernaut that is more evasive than a mirage.

Q1: why our e-specs are the only ones that feel like downgrades?A: Because they are downgrades. Q2: why instead of tradeoffs you just rip the class apart over and over again?A: Instead of giving tradeoffs and then balancing like on the other classes, for mesmer Anet considered it better to nerf and balance to the tradeoffs of other classes and then install tradeoffs afterwards because . . . . reasons. Q3: who is in charge of this class design over the balance team?A: Unfortunately, we must assume Robert Gee is still in charge of mesmer.https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Robert_GeeAs even though there were layoffs, those who no longer work for Anet are still listed as former staff and Robert Gee is not one of them.https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/ArenaNet Q4: are you gonna ever considerate addressing this changes?A: . . . . . . . . No, Q5: why we got no reply from you after several posts here and in reddit?A: There is no point to replying if you think such a reply will hurt/decrease the player base or lead to a decrease in profits. Q6: Do you plan on removing the class from pvp/wvw after every mesmer who plays those modes leaves the game?A: No, you do not need to fully remove content to find a solution. Look at dungeons, just do a little snip snip here and a snip snip there and Boom, no one seriously or competitively plays dungeons anymore even though they are still in the game. Yet, people still can't complain about dungeons being removed. Problem solved! EZPZ

Nope, looked over everything and nothing appears to be missing or bugged.Seems to be going good,Anet is just in the early stages of confirming that the patch it is working as intended. Therefore, your feedback is appreciated. However, if you ever do feel like you have enough offensive pressure or utility to survive, just be sure to send in a notification right away so that a hot fix may be implemented for the next patch. Thank you,

extra evade CDs -> Illusionary Ambush, Sand Through Glass, Mirage Mirrors created by False Oasis, Sand Through Glass (this is 2 evades in one utility and a stun break), Crystal Sands and Distortion with Desert DistortionDodge while stompingDodge while reviving Though again, the benefits of other elites do not change how overtuned Mirage Cloak is. The other option was to basically get rid of IH because it was giving a massive advantage and everyone knows it. Then all the mesmer mains would be crying about loss of that. Before that is was how overtuned Elusive Mind was and when that got nerfed everyone went for Infinite Horizon when the problem all along has been Mirage Cloak.Thank you so much. Before I read your post, based on the whine of the others I thought anet removed distorsion, mirrors, stealth, leaps and teleports from mirage too and that poor mirages are left with one way to avoid damage. Srsly... it's ridiculous. All these whine posts should be saved for the next time a competent mirage player shows up and wins games as an example of: you suck a the game, you don't know your class mechanics, you don't know your options. lol, 1v1 me, you mirage me necro. ( mesmer counters necro btw )if you manage to win once out of 10 fights ill give you 200g, how does that sounds? I don't play anymore, so I'll chip in 1,000g as long as it is recorded.I can be that mirage for memes and free gold? Also what build? (XTEIN GIB ME UR GOLD!111)@bravan.3876 you said you are done but still posting 9999999999999999999 words walls even worse than Trevor, staphUp to @Leonidrex.5649 I'm just a financial investor, not the playerBest to let @KrHome.1920 reply first though, as he was the first asked.But if he doesn't respond, it is all up in the air. Wait . . . . . . you do realize you need to beat Leonidrex's necro in order to get paid, not just attempt to duel him, right? :grey_question: ? :grey_question: ? <3 :p :p <3

extra evade CDs -> Illusionary Ambush, Sand Through Glass, Mirage Mirrors created by False Oasis, Sand Through Glass (this is 2 evades in one utility and a stun break), Crystal Sands and Distortion with Desert DistortionDodge while stompingDodge while reviving Though again, the benefits of other elites do not change how overtuned Mirage Cloak is. The other option was to basically get rid of IH because it was giving a massive advantage and everyone knows it. Then all the mesmer mains would be crying about loss of that. Before that is was how overtuned Elusive Mind was and when that got nerfed everyone went for Infinite Horizon when the problem all along has been Mirage Cloak.Thank you so much. Before I read your post, based on the whine of the others I thought anet removed distorsion, mirrors, stealth, leaps and teleports from mirage too and that poor mirages are left with one way to avoid damage. Srsly... it's ridiculous. All these whine posts should be saved for the next time a competent mirage player shows up and wins games as an example of: you suck a the game, you don't know your class mechanics, you don't know your options. lol, 1v1 me, you mirage me necro. ( mesmer counters necro btw )if you manage to win once out of 10 fights ill give you 200g, how does that sounds? I don't play anymore, so I'll chip in 1,000g as long as it is recorded.

I voted for mirage because, because that one time . . . . . one of them looked at me. . . . . . . . . . . Wellll, I'm actually blind. . . . . . but, but that one time, someone told me that one of them looked at me.

I never said to do nothing. I just said complaining on the forums hasn't been helping.Besides, sometimes not doing something can be just as effective, if not more.