more "other" element cards

[killybob]

I know there is already a decent amount of "other" element cards but I think it would be more fun and optimise the game's diversity to add a few more cards (maybe even creatures) to the bazaar in that section.

[OldTrees]

The major reason why there are not any yet is because it is very hard to create quality Other cards both thematically and balance wise.

[killybob]

yeah see that. maybe they could make an "other" section in the card design competition (unless they already have of coarse)

[OldTrees]

They have an Other card section in the Crucible yes.

[wizelsnarf]

People don't want other cards because we need them, but just because "other" is considered this mystical 13th element by many.

Cards that can use an quanta to power them are hard to balance and take away from cards that rely on elemental quanta to be powered.


I like that only some select, simple weapons and the shards are in other. I could see a few more other type cards like maybe a very plain spear. Maybe in the future with more quests/cards there will be room for more "other" cards.  If they could have a use, things like empty pots, scrolls of paper, rocks, firewood etc could be introduced as other as long as they were not magical.


Anyhow I don't want other to be the 13th element, because it is not and shouldn't be. It just adds a few acceptable items that can be slightly useful occasionally.

[DrunkDestroyer]

The whole point of a mark is that it is you (the elemental). There are 12 elements. That's it.

Other is really just a starting ground for new players. New players need a non-rare, cheap weapon. Instead of making one for each element so everyone can use them, make them other. New players often use more creatures and skills than their decks can reliably produce. Make a pillar which will make everything (but slowly) so they can use their skills until they learn how to balance. There should be a reward for donating players. Either I could make individual rewards for each elements, or I could make rewards that fit into every element.

Other is not an element. Other is to bridge the gap, make it easier for rewards ect. Therefore there should be no mark of other/rainbow.

 

A quote from another topic, but my view has not changed.
I dislike the idea of any creatures of 'Other'. But other permanents and spells...I can live with them as long as they are something that is necessary.