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    Originally Posted by TimesLostArc Go to original post
    Pretty much whenever I see that the Global Event is active in group settings, I switch to Eclipse Protocol with Foam and Shock Traps. People always think of it as a "damage set", but it is great for CC.

    Stationary NPC's are often a lot less of a threat than ones that can move. Things progress a lot smoother in this situation.

    I swear it seems I am taking more damage in this event, but I think it is really that NPC time to kill has increased in some situations and they are often targeting me as a CC person. I could also be having server/client funtime issues. I have seen a lot of teleporting/skating NPC's and players lately.
    I do the same thing. Switch to EP and run missions until I get all the rewards from the event.....then turn it off. It's not a fun event. The only one worse is guardian.
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    The event has no difficulty understanding, it is just BORING and I would also say UNFAIR, because there is an advantage only to one side (as well as others like SHD exposed, Hollywood and another that I forgot the name now), but each one has your taste, some like it and probably hate the Golden Bullet and Reanimated.

    Anyone who likes to activate and be HAPPY and who does not like (just like me) to leave disabled and also be HAPPY, as simple as that ...
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    Originally Posted by L3AND80 Go to original post
    The event has no difficulty understanding, it is just BORING and I would also say UNFAIR, because there is an advantage only to one side (as well as others like SHD exposed
    Incorrect on both counts. Polarity Switch gives you a stackable damage buff on killing a matched polarity NPC, and Exposed debuffs enemies when you transfer the stacks. It's OK if you don't like the mechanics, but at least ensure you understand them before coming to a verdict.
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    Originally Posted by dagrommit Go to original post
    Incorrect on both counts. Polarity Switch gives you a stackable damage buff on killing a matched polarity NPC, and Exposed debuffs enemies when you transfer the stacks. It's OK if you don't like the mechanics, but at least ensure you understand them before coming to a verdict.
    Yeah, but even stacked damage buff not equal to damage penalty for hitting wrong color.
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    Originally Posted by Licher.Rus Go to original post
    Yeah, but even stacked damage buff not equal to damage penalty for hitting wrong color.
    Consider it an opportunity to improve your aim and target selection
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    Originally Posted by dagrommit Go to original post
    Consider it an opportunity to improve your aim and target selection
    Or use a status build and ignore the mechanic entirely while still reaping the rewards.
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    Originally Posted by Sircowdog1 Go to original post
    Or use a status build and ignore the mechanic entirely while still reaping the rewards.
    Judging by his comments in the other thread, that is not an option for some reason.
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    Originally Posted by dagrommit Go to original post
    Consider it an opportunity to improve your aim and target selection
    My aim is fine, target selection too. This event is pure trash.
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    Originally Posted by dagrommit Go to original post
    Incorrect on both counts. Polarity Switch gives you a stackable damage buff on killing a matched polarity NPC, and Exposed debuffs enemies when you transfer the stacks. It's OK if you don't like the mechanics, but at least ensure you understand them before coming to a verdict.
    Thanks for clarifying, now I'm sure (MY OPINION, that doesn't mean this is true or a lie, just a personal opinion) that both events (Exposed SHD and Polarity) are terrible, as they are "challenging events" for players who find themselves at a disadvantage something challenging.

    For those who like it, be happy and have fun, but I prefer to play with the same rules as my opponents, which is not the case with these events.
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    Originally Posted by L3AND80 Go to original post
    Thanks for clarifying, now I'm sure (MY OPINION, that doesn't mean this is true or a lie, just a personal opinion) that both events (Exposed SHD and Polarity) are terrible, as they are "challenging events" for players who find themselves at a disadvantage something challenging.

    For those who like it, be happy and have fun, but I prefer to play with the same rules as my opponents, which is not the case with these events.
    I was addressing one of the reasons given by you for not liking the event - i.e. players DO get a sizable advantage from the event. They just need to pay attention to do so. If you find paying attention boring, then of course disable the event
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