February 14, 2015 All over a Ghost… May this reach thoughtful eyes: I apologize for my saltiness in advance, I don’t know where to begin… they say valentines day is a time for hearts to be broken, and this has become true in my case. I was über-stoked for this event, having overlooked any possibility for sadness, and welcoming a time where my brother and I could reign some terror in the House that Shaxx built; but, unfortunately this event was the nail in the coffin that I shall label patience & understanding. I slave over your game, grinding until the sweat pools at my feet; not really, but recently I’ve been playing more than usual due to me being out on medical from work (You’ve got access to the logs, take a look at my hours played and see for yourselves). During this time (Oct’15-Present) I have participated in breaking out of my SocialShell and jumped on LFG spending many of hours toppling the challenges that we solo players are all questing for, and dealing with some real GamingGoons along the way. In the drive to acquire the much coveted ‘loot’ ranging form Hard Raid and ChallengeModes, to the PvP tests in the arenas of the IronBanner & Trials of Osiris, I found myself with a mixed bag of luck that would seem to benefit those who had given the game less hours of attention w/ lower stats. At first this was overlooked, but as time progressed I noticed a common trend of MoulderingShards & Ghosts being bestowed upon me as rewards for my hard effort and time spent, and not to mention even having MoulderingShards taken with no reward bestowed (example: During a week+ stretch of Nightfall runs where I was awarded circa 6Ghosts, I received a BLOODY HORN as a reward… really!!!). It’s true, there were times when I would receive the occasional shut your mouth gift, registering a ridiculously low Light item as all the others who rarely play in the FireTeam are rewarded handsomely; sadly the only time I’ve been rewarded anything worth coveting has been during the promised 320 ChallengeModes, but my effort and time elsewhere has yet to be seen. I honestly enjoy the entertainment you provide at Bungie, and my heart beats for more; but, I feel like you should listen to those at Blizzard who enlightened you regarding the illusion of control, and allowing your users to leave feeling fulfilled. Like I had mentioned, my heart was broken, and buried with patience & understanding; I never thought I would let a game get to me like this, but after playing your CrimsonDoubles playlist from reset Tuesday-Present I have yet to be awarded a Ghost, while my FireTeam member has received 319SugarShell 310CrimsonShell 310CrimsonShell 290CrimsonShell & both shaders. Yes, I too received the shaders along with some 280-290 Legendary Engrams during this tiring endeavor; but all that did was provide to a LegendaryMark surplus that is always booming due to its restricted uses once a Guardians inventory is set (I’m always having to conjure up ways to make purchases and burn gear, just to continue to play the Daily’s with friends in order to feel rewarded). In the end, I found myself wanting that which I wasn’t receiving (Ghost) after continuing to keep a positive K/D over-and-over (even +K/D in losses; unwilling to give up, as my concentration raged for a Ghost). Unfortunately, each effort made registered an item that was more tired than before, and at times having to stomach my TeamMate being rewarded continuously with lower stats than myself; giving me that feeling in gaming I don’t like. All I have acquired during this point in time is grief, and the feeling of a young man being abandoned by his fathers promises… Please reconsider what the majority of this beloved community is telling you, before I loose a fan base to play with; finding too much salt in the Sol… Or bluntly said, be more Humane in the design of Destiny; the players deserve it!!! If I recall… there’s a short instructional video on YouTube regarding HumaneGaming, then again I’m sure you’ve already received that ear full. In short, I don’t know if this is a test for those with the hours to spare, or just being plain spiteful; but, the system here has to be corrected… as much as I stand up for this game, I’ll have to say that once the time comes to head back to work my drive to play will probably be diminished due to time+effort=reward; focusing my attention toward much more rewarding games, that I don’t have to cater to with the slaving of my ernest time for lack luster slap in the face rewards. I never had my heart broken, and on Valentines day to boot… Concerned Gamer :( PrimSkunk