Just wanted to say after lamblasting you guys regarding the gameplay feel being different how much fun im having.
I think once i got some enchantments and some weapon upgrades the game started to feel so much better! The new content has me high in the sky happy doing the exploration and stuff.
While i keep playing i just wanna reiterate what needs work. Two handers either need more speed or the armor worn for heavy needs more love to allow for tanks to survive. Enchantments that give health per death or overall are an option for this but the gems are not consistent enough yet, and poise not strong enough to counter bosses. Certainly at the beginning folks are gonna be funneled into a faster playstyle unless they get lucky. Luck is the crux upon wearher a person has fun or not right now or wants to continue since every player is different. I dont mind but im a hardcore fan and i dont want to see folks leave just cause they couldnt make it with the build they wanted. (Perhaps make a prompt at the beggining asking what weapon they found on the beach?)
I have other thoughts but cant articulate them yet. Will keep you informed. Thanks again for the new areas!