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Post by feainn on Feb 26, 2017 3:12:31 GMT
I know this is really OT but
The next 23 days (25 for me WEH) are gonna kill me. I was just lay here thinking just how incredibly impatient I'm feeling. Waluigi wEH!
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on Feb 26, 2017 3:12:47 GMT
I wonder if Peebee will try to seduce Jaal? She does like new and interesting. OH SHI- Doubtful the devs would be so cruel to the player, but neat thought nonetheless! I'm always of two minds when it comes to NPC/NPC romances. On one hand, I think it's unrealistic for everyone to only be interested in the PC. I'm going to try my damnest to match up Dr. Lexi and Drack On the other hand, if they're poorly implemented, NPC/NPC romances can be a right mess, especially if both characters are also romanceable by the PC. That said, BioWare's recent track record with this is not bad. I liked Iron Bull/Dorian, and Sera/Dagna in Inquisition. I'm just wary because all the way back in Baldur's Gate, the Aerie/Haer'Dalis romance was so bad that I refused to have both my party
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Post by Jaal Ama Darav (Kierro) on Feb 26, 2017 3:12:49 GMT
Has anything been confirmed yet, or is it still speculation and loose crossed-fingers? Has what exactly been confirmed? Anything about "me" or anything in general.
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Post by Jaal's Thickness (plackebeaux) on Feb 26, 2017 3:15:00 GMT
The dead ex trope turned up SOOO often for the LIs of female PCs. When some of us banded together to discuss its prevalence, Sheryl Chee actually responded to us. She said that initially, the writing team thought a character having a previous relationship and sometimes a kid was a marker of maturity, something female gamers might appreciate. They didn't actually set out to use the trope over and over again, it just sort of happened by accident. It was an interesting piece of insight into how these stories make it into the game. That said, I really liked Steve's character arc, and his relationship with Shep. Just...not for a romance Romance and therapy really don't mix well for me either. Really cool to know the thought processes behind these things. I think Thane's was handled better, in that it was obviously a long time prior and while he was emotional about it, he was emotional about everything and seemed to be absolutely ready for a new chapter in his life at the point we meet him. I didn't feel like I was intruding in an current, existing relationship with him. I also just loved that Thane was soft and emotional
-edit- Agreed. It felt so....not insulting exactly, but maybe galling? I remember people commenting that it made it seem like gay men didn't care who they were with so long as they were with a guy. Cortez was a nice guy, but with a recently deceased spouse he was off limits as far as I was concerned. Support him as a friend yes, but don't hustle him into bed. The whole situation was lacking in respect. lawd I didn't even think of that particular facet, that is awful
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Post by Deleted on Feb 26, 2017 3:15:05 GMT
Has what exactly been confirmed? Anything about "me" or anything in general. Glad I caught this before I logged off! bsn.boards.net/post/324669/threadAnd for romance? Sara (plus he is interested in the idea of sex with a human and wants to try it) Night again!
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Post by feainn on Feb 26, 2017 3:17:56 GMT
I wonder if Peebee will try to seduce Jaal? She does like new and interesting. Please no. I had enough of Liara sticking her nose in with Javik, whether it was implied if she was crushing on him or not. I don't want another asari to try to wheedle her way into everything. LMAO sorry but Liara left me salty over the asari. Except Samara who is <333
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Feb 26, 2017 3:18:14 GMT
OH SHI- Doubtful the devs would be so cruel to the player, but neat thought nonetheless! I'm always of two minds when it comes to NPC/NPC romances. On one hand, I think it's unrealistic for everyone to only be interested in the PC. I'm going to try my damnest to match up Dr. Lexi and Drack On the other hand, if they're poorly implemented, NPC/NPC romances can be a right mess, especially if both characters are also romanceable by the PC. That said, BioWare's recent track record with this is not bad. I liked Iron Bull/Dorian, and Sera/Dagna in Inquisition. I'm just wary because all the way back in Baldur's Gate, the Aerie/Haer'Dalis romance was so bad that I refused to have both my party Please be like Josephine and Rainier where nothing actually happens.
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on Feb 26, 2017 3:18:37 GMT
The dead ex trope turned up SOOO often for the LIs of female PCs. When some of us banded together to discuss its prevalence, Sheryl Chee actually responded to us. She said that initially, the writing team thought a character having a previous relationship and sometimes a kid was a marker of maturity, something female gamers might appreciate. They didn't actually set out to use the trope over and over again, it just sort of happened by accident. It was an interesting piece of insight into how these stories make it into the game. That said, I really liked Steve's character arc, and his relationship with Shep. Just...not for a romance Romance and therapy really don't mix well for me either. Really cool to know the thought processes behind these things. I think Thane's was handled better, in that it was obviously a long time prior and while he was emotional about it, he was emotional about everything and seemed to be absolutely ready for a new chapter in his life at the point we meet him. I didn't feel like I was intruding in an current, existing relationship with him. I also just loved that Thane was soft and emotional Objectively speaking, I totally agree with you. Subjectively, I was so damn sick of the trope by the time ME2 rolled around that it didn't matter how well it was handled. I had no interest in Thane romantically, though we were good bros. Besides, Garrus was *right there*
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Post by Dem Thighs on Feb 26, 2017 3:19:47 GMT
I wonder if Peebee will try to seduce Jaal? She does like new and interesting. OH SHI- Doubtful the devs would be so cruel to the player, but neat thought nonetheless! i would SCREECH
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Post by ames4u on Feb 26, 2017 3:21:10 GMT
Hello everyone, I should introduce myself. I am a gay guy that's been thirsting for eagerly anticipating Jaal since I first laid eyes on him. I'm very affectionate and a big softie at heart. Finally got my account approved, been waiting very impatiently and lurking since page 300. Have lots of things to say but now we're like 100 pages on from the conversations at the time hahaha. Most importantly, I really feel you, my LGBT friends, and hope for your safety and happiness! Keep looking forward, we'll get through. I bring a present! Stupid image edit of the new wallpaper in the spoiler: Where we talk about some random sh*t but it's all in good fun! Now I really to go to sleep. Night everyone!
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on Feb 26, 2017 3:21:28 GMT
OH SHI- Doubtful the devs would be so cruel to the player, but neat thought nonetheless! i would SCREECH Given what we know about Peebee and Jaal's personalities, I don't think they'd be compatible anyway. Though I do want to see banters where Peebee just messes with Jaal
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Post by Jaal's Ankles on Feb 26, 2017 3:23:01 GMT
I wonder if Peebee will try to seduce Jaal? She does like new and interesting. Please no. I had enough of Liara sticking her nose in with Javik, whether it was implied if she was crushing on him or not. I don't want another asari to try to wheedle her way into everything. LMAO sorry but Liara left me salty over the asari. Except Samara who is <333 Same here. I love Samara, she is such a great character. But I dislike asari in general. Maybe Peebee will change that but I doubt it.
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Post by jaybo on Feb 26, 2017 3:24:49 GMT
I hate to do it but can anyone let me know if it's been confirmed one way or other for MRyder/Jaal romance? I started reading the thread but it's already giant and i don't want to accidentally read other spoilers. Which kinda did happen immediately.
Thanks!
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Post by Hanako Ikezawa on Feb 26, 2017 3:26:15 GMT
I hate to do it but can anyone let me know if it's been confirmed one way or other for MRyder/Jaal romance? I started reading the thread but it's already giant and i don't want to accidentally read other spoilers. Which kinda did happen immediately. Thanks! It has not been confirmed. The only romance that Bioware has confirmed is the one between Scott and Cora. The others they are leaving secret to be discovered while playing the game.
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Post by Jaal's Ankles on Feb 26, 2017 3:26:17 GMT
I hate to do it but can anyone let me know if it's been confirmed one way or other for MRyder/Jaal romance? I started reading the thread but it's already giant and i don't want to accidentally read other spoilers. Which kinda did happen immediately. Thanks! Nothing is confirmed.
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Post by TheGloriousPoncho on Feb 26, 2017 3:30:14 GMT
I hate to do it but can anyone let me know if it's been confirmed one way or other for MRyder/Jaal romance? I started reading the thread but it's already giant and i don't want to accidentally read other spoilers. Which kinda did happen immediately. Thanks! Sorry, no official confirmations yet. We know you can at least flirt w/Jaal as Sara. No info on MRyder at all, but it's looking less likely.
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Post by jaybo on Feb 26, 2017 3:30:16 GMT
Still hope then. Thanks everyone.
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Post by Rynnju on Feb 26, 2017 3:31:56 GMT
Given what we know about Peebee and Jaal's personalities, I don't think they'd be compatible anyway. Though I do want to see banters where Peebee just messes with Jaal This is my thought. I wouldn't mind Peebee showing interest, but I really don't think she's Jaal's type based on what we know about both of them. Jaal seems to care deeply about things and takes emotional connection seriously (based on what I know) while Peebee avoids that kind of stuff like the plague. I'm sure there's a story behind that with Peebee and that she'll develop, but that probably wouldn't be with Jaal. Although I'd rather Jaal not be one of those who can get with someone else if you don't romance him, I wouldn't mind him being the "crush" that was mentioned. Since that sounds more like a one-sided thing that's played for laughs, kind of like Josie and Rainier. Though at this point I think that tweet was referring to Lexi and Drack.
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Post by azogthenailfiler on Feb 26, 2017 3:33:20 GMT
We're nearing 500 already >.> I predict to be at 650 within a few days if they finally ever release his profile or voice. Actually his voice alone might make this thread 800 by the end of the week.
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Post by Sable Rhapsody on Feb 26, 2017 3:35:34 GMT
We're nearing 500 already >.> I predict to be at 650 within a few days if they finally ever release his profile or voice. Actually his voice alone might make this thread 800 by the end of the week. It might stop the thread cold as we all get sent to the emergency room for critical blood loss due to nosebleed. ...we would all be posting from the ER, wouldn't we?
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Post by azogthenailfiler on Feb 26, 2017 3:38:07 GMT
We're nearing 500 already >.> I predict to be at 650 within a few days if they finally ever release his profile or voice. Actually his voice alone might make this thread 800 by the end of the week. It might stop the thread cold as we all get sent to the emergency room for critical blood loss due to nosebleed. ...we would all be posting from the ER, wouldn't we? I'm scared because of how true that is!
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Post by Little_Miss_Trancy on Feb 26, 2017 3:40:51 GMT
Omg so I was thinking about Jaal Romance Interactions with FemRyder, and.. Ryder waking up after sleeping with Jaal, only to see that he's laid his cape over her while she slept. Jaal later remarks that she seemed cold.
Jaal draping his cape over a Ryder that's fallen asleep at their desk, before carrying them over and placing them in bed.
Jaal looking out for new things on planets, like pretty stones or flowers, and pocketing them to give to Ryder later.
Jaal and Ryder sitting side by side in the open at camp, pointing out constellations to each other. Jaal is more interested in the stars in THEIR eyes.
Jaal teaching Ryder an Angaran dance, and vice versa.
(And, as a bonus, in conjunction to other speculation)
Jaal researching human courting rituals and asking Alec Ryder for permission to marry his daughter
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Post by Dem Thighs on Feb 26, 2017 3:41:09 GMT
Given what we know about Peebee and Jaal's personalities, I don't think they'd be compatible anyway. Though I do want to see banters where Peebee just messes with Jaal yeah that's good, i'll be jumping out my window screeching at my neighbors if that was possible, (no i wouldn't LOL) their banter tho- i would love to listen to that due to their personalities being complete opposite. i know who i'm going to make my team now
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Post by azogthenailfiler on Feb 26, 2017 3:42:00 GMT
Omg so I was thinking about Jaal Romance Interactions with FemRyder, and.. Ryder waking up after sleeping with Jaal, only to see that he's laid his cape over her while she slept. Jaal later remarks that she seemed cold.
Jaal draping his cape over a Ryder that's fallen asleep at their desk, before carrying them over and placing them in bed.
Jaal looking out for new things on planets, like pretty stones or flowers, and pocketing them to give to Ryder later.
Jaal and Ryder sitting side by side in the open at camp, pointing out constellations to each other. Jaal is more interested in the stars in THEIR eyes.
Jaal teaching Ryder an Angaran dance, and vice versa.
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Jaal researching human courting rituals and asking Alec Ryder for permission to marry his daughter sTOP there's only so much I can draw in 3 weeks!!!!
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Post by Dem Thighs on Feb 26, 2017 3:42:57 GMT
Omg so I was thinking about Jaal Romance Interactions with FemRyder, and.. Ryder waking up after sleeping with Jaal, only to see that he's laid his cape over her while she slept. Jaal later remarks that she seemed cold.
Jaal draping his cape over a Ryder that's fallen asleep at their desk, before carrying them over and placing them in bed.
Jaal looking out for new things on planets, like pretty stones or flowers, and pocketing them to give to Ryder later.
Jaal and Ryder sitting side by side in the open at camp, pointing out constellations to each other. Jaal is more interested in the stars in THEIR eyes.
Jaal teaching Ryder an Angaran dance, and vice versa.
(And, as a bonus, in conjunction to other speculation)
Jaal researching human courting rituals and asking Alec Ryder for permission to marry his daughter sTOP there's only so much I can draw in 3 weeks!!!! tHIS IS SO SWEET?? /CRIES
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