I like the naval idea but removal of world bosses I think is bad overall. Anything that get players out into the world is a good thing in my eyes. I had stated in a previous post an idea about hunts. Similar to gameplay in Monster Hunter and Dauntless. Powerful enemies ranging from soloable to requiring a 5 man group. The monsters would be CHALLENGING and have a retreat mechanic at certain percentages as well as an enrage mechanic. Once the monster retreats you’d have to track them back down to engage with them again.
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