I was also saying that Cat Burglar nerf makes no sense on the paladins discord but people were so adamant in defending that terribleness that I'm now convinced that this is just a one big echo chamber full of yes-men and the only way to get your point across is to make a whole ass rant video about it and start a shitstorm because clearly the "main" way of communication doesn't work
Realistically buffing his damage back to 650 and just changing his damage fall off to ensure he isn’t able to out poke dps would fix him while keeping him balanced. I have no idea why everyone is pretending as if a damage buff is a complicated issue that can’t be considered. “It would be too oppressive at range” as if this is something they cant directly change.
Thank you for so much for this video, as a 7 year veteran I've come to terms with the fact the devs don't play their fucking game, and even if they do, it's certainly not at a "high" enough level for them to understand how balance anything in this shitty mess we call a game. I get that the game has become convoluted, and getting it to actually feel balanced is pretty much impossible at this point, but as of recently, some of the changes have been so mind-numbling bad that even though I play it as casually as possible to minimize my frustration I still can't fucking take how stupid the people behind the game seem to be. I'm sure it won't get better, especially after the layoffs that happened a few days ago, but it still feels good to know that some people feel the same way and actually have the bare minimum of understanding of the game to know what balance changes would make it even remotely more enjoyable (Looking at the paladins reddit page gives me brain damage anytime i try). Anyway, sorry for the rant and great video
Loved the video man, glad to see other people speak up for characters that need help. Might I ask for a video around Octavia and why she feels so forgotten or out of place?
@wovenowl7535 because she's poorly designed with her entire identity being 4 passives you pick at the start of a match that you barely feel the impact of in game. She also does what other backline hitscans already do just way louder and more obnoxious. Glad you liked the video btw.
Makoa has 2 of the strongest abilities in the game in his kit , which are even better than some champion's ultimates , Hook and his Shield. It makes sense he should deal less dps than other tanks
@ΔημήτρηςΛάππας-θ7η as I compared him with other tanks I took his abilities strength into account. Hook as I admitted is INCREDIBLY strong. However, rewind on atlas, and reckoning on Azaan are only slightly weaker. And personally I disagree with his shield. It's good yes, but compared to others like atlas wall, it's just average. I agree, Makoa shouldn't have like 800 dps. That would be absurd as his kit is strong. 650 would be a fair spot. Both threating but still slow.
I didn't know, I get your point but I also think that's it's not really a problem. The biggest problem is the clipping. I think the idea of you're easier to hit but no longer take crits makes sense. Now I might be a little biased as I play with a deck leviathan most of the time, and i feel like sense this buff I've seen massive gains in my ability to scare the s@&t out of the entire enemy team, spearheading an attack and allowing my team to pick off the now scattered enemies.
@sealduck2739 see your reason is one you've come up with due to a lack of one from the devs. I just want to ask you, do you REALLY think that's what the devs intended? As I went over, from a design perspective, it's not only unfounded but simply bad? Discouraging skilled play, actively punishing it, and it feeling so incredibly bad to simply be the only thing that can be shot as you are that big? And as you've said, you can scare people more. That's not because the size increase. It's because you now have the health to push. So is it even necessary?
The best video I've seen on this topic, especially considering it's the only one. Fr tho, it is pretty good, you explained really well what koa should be, and wtf has been done to butcher him. Would love to see another vid on other issues if you have the patience to
@Cypisowki45 thanks it means a lot. Put more effort into trying to have more fun with this vid so means a bunch. I have plans to talk about subjects like the new item store, cauterize and the death of progression, but those are huge tasks. Definitely want to try before I get a life and start only playing Rivals when it releases.
14:00 so Paladins has reached the same point as Overwatch where the devs are acknowledging community backlash due to poor balance changes and actively say "we will continue doing what we like and you can go fuck yourself if you don't enjoy it"? Paladins has been in such a sad state for so many years now and they're actively making it worse on the balance side of things with such childish decision-making.
As someone with 152 levels on makoa, I can agree with what you are saying. In no way does a sensible koa player sees his ult as a way to "Block more damage for his teammates", like what?
I would say thatd id be curious about a pip video from you (or which of the many things effecting pip would you choose/want to talk about). Due to pip probably being the design/character who embodies the core philopshy of pali the most (diverse playstyles, kits and builds), but yet is unironically the most neglected and dead character (imo). But then again, I feel like it'd be cruel to suggest anyone to willingly go through that sort of rabbit hole lmao.
He’s neglected because they’re too committed to “the modern era of paladins design” which consists of them balancing the game as if it was overwatch with skill trees
@@DaDandyman I mean, it's a transphobic joke, is what it is, the rest of the video is fine, I added a comment talking about it though. Really sucks though, was a bit of a shock to hear it the first time, like had to do a double take. Idk, I just hope he tries not to include stuff like that in the future.
Rest of the video was fine btw, solid critique, it's just like, man, why? Kryptek is a lot better than one of our previous CMs afaik. I don't think they've gone out of their way to attack those that critique the game.
Not only is the joke have nothing to do with Kryptek being a transvestite, I quite literally plastered the joke and reference on screen of Kryptek saying that they "sometimes lie" and "only when its funny". Sure label me as being transphobic, I dont care. You said it, not me.
@@Imhikoyume words matter, how people speak matters, and I didn't label you as a transphobe either, I brought up the transphobic joke because it detracts from your arguments and makes you look like an ass. Is what it is.
@@Imhikoyume I'm not trying to dig at you btw, I didn't mean to imply that you were transphobic, just that you made a transphobic joke that detracts from your arguments. Words matter, how other people will take them matters, idc if you wanna be abrasive and all that, I'm rather abrasive at times myself, just try not to go after someone for how they were born. Really solid complaints again, I enjoyed the video other than that one part.
wait anchor has been doing only 525 dmg per swing for a while now? I haven’t touched makoa in years and last time I played him, his ult did 650 dmg per swing or something.
Now for real, I agree, but Koa is still great character and you should find more peace in your life. Or at least focus your rage on more important things.
Skill issue, clearly in the background footage you miss multiple hooks. Youre just shit at makoa. How about you dont ult next to walls next time idiot
First time I have seen someone actually talking about tactical theories and pulling up map and tokens FOR paladins.
when i am at a yapping contest thinking i will win but then I see:
you have a way of saying the truest things in a way that will never get through to the devs lol
Just saying what needs to be heard.
I was also saying that Cat Burglar nerf makes no sense on the paladins discord but people were so adamant in defending that terribleness that I'm now convinced that this is just a one big echo chamber full of yes-men and the only way to get your point across is to make a whole ass rant video about it and start a shitstorm because clearly the "main" way of communication doesn't work
@@Yomush real and true
Realistically buffing his damage back to 650 and just changing his damage fall off to ensure he isn’t able to out poke dps would fix him while keeping him balanced. I have no idea why everyone is pretending as if a damage buff is a complicated issue that can’t be considered.
“It would be too oppressive at range” as if this is something they cant directly change.
welcome back syberbolt
Woot! This and medicinal excellence in base kit, kthxbai.
Great noticing connections, explanations, and solution suggestion!
Thank you for so much for this video, as a 7 year veteran I've come to terms with the fact the devs don't play their fucking game, and even if they do, it's certainly not at a "high" enough level for them to understand how balance anything in this shitty mess we call a game. I get that the game has become convoluted, and getting it to actually feel balanced is pretty much impossible at this point, but as of recently, some of the changes have been so mind-numbling bad that even though I play it as casually as possible to minimize my frustration I still can't fucking take how stupid the people behind the game seem to be. I'm sure it won't get better, especially after the layoffs that happened a few days ago, but it still feels good to know that some people feel the same way and actually have the bare minimum of understanding of the game to know what balance changes would make it even remotely more enjoyable (Looking at the paladins reddit page gives me brain damage anytime i try). Anyway, sorry for the rant and great video
I hope the content creation for this game will see the light of day again. Great video btw
Loved the video man, glad to see other people speak up for characters that need help. Might I ask for a video around Octavia and why she feels so forgotten or out of place?
@wovenowl7535 because she's poorly designed with her entire identity being 4 passives you pick at the start of a match that you barely feel the impact of in game. She also does what other backline hitscans already do just way louder and more obnoxious. Glad you liked the video btw.
@@Imhikoyume Fair points, hope to see more vids in the future about other characters!
The number of times we killed makoa during ult when we're in party and now hes just a fatter target. 🤣
Makoa has 2 of the strongest abilities in the game in his kit , which are even better than some champion's ultimates , Hook and his Shield. It makes sense he should deal less dps than other tanks
@ΔημήτρηςΛάππας-θ7η as I compared him with other tanks I took his abilities strength into account. Hook as I admitted is INCREDIBLY strong. However, rewind on atlas, and reckoning on Azaan are only slightly weaker. And personally I disagree with his shield. It's good yes, but compared to others like atlas wall, it's just average. I agree, Makoa shouldn't have like 800 dps. That would be absurd as his kit is strong. 650 would be a fair spot. Both threating but still slow.
I didn't know, I get your point but I also think that's it's not really a problem. The biggest problem is the clipping. I think the idea of you're easier to hit but no longer take crits makes sense. Now I might be a little biased as I play with a deck leviathan most of the time, and i feel like sense this buff I've seen massive gains in my ability to scare the s@&t out of the entire enemy team, spearheading an attack and allowing my team to pick off the now scattered enemies.
@sealduck2739 see your reason is one you've come up with due to a lack of one from the devs. I just want to ask you, do you REALLY think that's what the devs intended? As I went over, from a design perspective, it's not only unfounded but simply bad? Discouraging skilled play, actively punishing it, and it feeling so incredibly bad to simply be the only thing that can be shot as you are that big? And as you've said, you can scare people more. That's not because the size increase. It's because you now have the health to push. So is it even necessary?
24:07 kinda delulu to think with the amount of vitrol you toss at devs they would be willing to even give you a second of their time.
good to see helvian’s playing again
The best video I've seen on this topic, especially considering it's the only one. Fr tho, it is pretty good, you explained really well what koa should be, and wtf has been done to butcher him. Would love to see another vid on other issues if you have the patience to
@Cypisowki45 thanks it means a lot. Put more effort into trying to have more fun with this vid so means a bunch. I have plans to talk about subjects like the new item store, cauterize and the death of progression, but those are huge tasks. Definitely want to try before I get a life and start only playing Rivals when it releases.
14:00 so Paladins has reached the same point as Overwatch where the devs are acknowledging community backlash due to poor balance changes and actively say "we will continue doing what we like and you can go fuck yourself if you don't enjoy it"? Paladins has been in such a sad state for so many years now and they're actively making it worse on the balance side of things with such childish decision-making.
Syberbolt from Wish
As someone with 152 levels on makoa, I can agree with what you are saying. In no way does a sensible koa player sees his ult as a way to "Block more damage for his teammates", like what?
I would say thatd id be curious about a pip video from you (or which of the many things effecting pip would you choose/want to talk about). Due to pip probably being the design/character who embodies the core philopshy of pali the most (diverse playstyles, kits and builds), but yet is unironically the most neglected and dead character (imo).
But then again, I feel like it'd be cruel to suggest anyone to willingly go through that sort of rabbit hole lmao.
He’s neglected because they’re too committed to “the modern era of paladins design” which consists of them balancing the game as if it was overwatch with skill trees
9:15 what did you mean with this?
#BuffMakoaNerfHook
how is kryptek living a lie
@@DaDandyman I put the entire joke on full display. Can't help you with this one.
@@Imhikoyume im not like, being defensive or whatever i just don't get the context LOL
@@DaDandyman the context is transphobia is funny apparently
@@fredmertz8191 i wanted to avoid assuming but i had a suspicion lol
@@DaDandyman I mean, it's a transphobic joke, is what it is, the rest of the video is fine, I added a comment talking about it though. Really sucks though, was a bit of a shock to hear it the first time, like had to do a double take. Idk, I just hope he tries not to include stuff like that in the future.
The transphobia isn't needed to make your point, being offensive isn't funny, and transgender people aren't living a lie.
Rest of the video was fine btw, solid critique, it's just like, man, why? Kryptek is a lot better than one of our previous CMs afaik. I don't think they've gone out of their way to attack those that critique the game.
Not only is the joke have nothing to do with Kryptek being a transvestite, I quite literally plastered the joke and reference on screen of Kryptek saying that they "sometimes lie" and "only when its funny". Sure label me as being transphobic, I dont care. You said it, not me.
@@Imhikoyume you said that their life was a lie, not that they have a record of lying, or that they are a liar.
@@Imhikoyume words matter, how people speak matters, and I didn't label you as a transphobe either, I brought up the transphobic joke because it detracts from your arguments and makes you look like an ass. Is what it is.
@@Imhikoyume I'm not trying to dig at you btw, I didn't mean to imply that you were transphobic, just that you made a transphobic joke that detracts from your arguments. Words matter, how other people will take them matters, idc if you wanna be abrasive and all that, I'm rather abrasive at times myself, just try not to go after someone for how they were born. Really solid complaints again, I enjoyed the video other than that one part.
wait anchor has been doing only 525 dmg per swing for a while now? I haven’t touched makoa in years and last time I played him, his ult did 650 dmg per swing or something.
@DemiCape more than certain that number is wrong. I'm pretty sure it was 550 and it's just the devs being wrong.
i think big makoa is cool
@@CaioHenrique-or1ng but like... why? Is that it?
Haven’t played Paladins in a while what did they do to moji
@@luca377bazooka reworked her into the most boring and braindead support.
The paladins devs should resign
Skill issue XD
Now for real, I agree, but Koa is still great character and you should find more peace in your life. Or at least focus your rage on more important things.
You are not Helvian
Finally someone says it.
just play him good