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* Nothing in the [[Cosmetic store|cosmetic store]] will be [[wikipedia:Free-to-play#Pay-to-win|pay to win]].{{quote|kickstarter microtransactions.png|link=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1791529601/ashes-of-creation-new-mmorpg-by-intrepid-studios/faqs}}
 
* Nothing in the [[Cosmetic store|cosmetic store]] will be [[wikipedia:Free-to-play#Pay-to-win|pay to win]].{{quote|kickstarter microtransactions.png|link=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1791529601/ashes-of-creation-new-mmorpg-by-intrepid-studios/faqs}}
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* Equitable cosmetics, both from a quantity and quality standpoint, are achievable through in-game means.{{livestream|8 April 2018 (PM)|58m29|JH-sX1aFljM}}
 
* Equitable cosmetics, both from a quantity and quality standpoint, are achievable through in-game means.{{livestream|8 April 2018 (PM)|58m29|JH-sX1aFljM}}
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<blockquote>''I want to make sure that equitable cosmetics both from a quantity and quality standpoint are achievable through in-game achievements. Time, effort should let you be happy with what you can accomplish.''{{livestream|8 April 2018 (PM)|58m29|JH-sX1aFljM}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
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<blockquote>''In my opinion quality of cash shop cosmetics should be equal to in game achievable cosmetics, but offer a diverse selection of unique looks.''{{quote|equitable-cosmetics-quote.png|link=https://discordapp.com/channels/256164085366915072/256164085366915072/601818481394057217}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
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* There will be [[Legendary|legendary]] [[Cosmetics|cosmetics]] that are only achievable in-game that will never be offered in the [[Cosmetic shop|cosmetic shop]].{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}{{livestream|25 July 2020|1h53m46|KtVUiS7yAHE}}
 
<blockquote>''The most grand looking cosmetics will be from in-game achievment only.''{{quote|steven-grand-cosmetics.png|link=https://discordapp.com/channels/256164085366915072/256164085366915072/737639668476280843}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
 
<blockquote>''The most grand looking cosmetics will be from in-game achievment only.''{{quote|steven-grand-cosmetics.png|link=https://discordapp.com/channels/256164085366915072/256164085366915072/737639668476280843}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
* Cash shop cosmetics will offer a diverse selection of unique looks.{{quote|equitable-cosmetics-quote.png|link=https://discordapp.com/channels/256164085366915072/256164085366915072/601818481394057217}}
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* There will not be recolors or material swaps on the [[Pre-order packs|monthly cosmetics]] as a means to populate in-game [[Achievements|achievements]].{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}
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** There will be variants of the monthly cosmetics for [[NPCs]] and [[Mobs]].{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}{{quote|steven-cosmetics.png|link=https://discordapp.com/channels/256164085366915072/257283936756039680/739983587599843381}}
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** Component pieces of [[Cosmetic armor|cosmetic armor]] may be reused in other in-game achievable [[Gear sets|gear sets]].{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}
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** Different variants of store purchased cosmetic creatures ([[Pets]] and [[Mounts]]) may exist in the wild.{{livestream|28 June 2019|1h25m55|UVETnLeJZFo}}
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<blockquote>''From an armor standpoint, we cut armor sets up into many different pieces. These pieces can sometimes be used as part of other sets, that may include helmets, wrists, gloves etc. So while you will not see an achievable white version of the corvid castigator set in the game for example, you may see its shoulder piece used in another set, or its leggings, or wrist piece used in another set (not every piece as to form the whole set, but perhaps a couple pieces). This would be difficult to notice at first glance, due to the material, texture and color variation used, but this modular approach to content creation makes achieving a wide variety of looks achievable for an MMORPG of our size.''{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
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* [[Cosmetics]] can be used by all [[Races|races]] but there may be slight variations to make them work with the body builds of each race.{{quote|margaret-gear-appearance.png|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/AshesofCreation/comments/kvli9q/next_ship_and_armor_set_only_2_pictures/gj1bnfg/?context=8&depth=9}}
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* There will not be mascot looking/furry cosmetics.{{podcast|15 November 2020|49m02|gqAMRocWPhE}}
 
* There will not be mascot looking/furry cosmetics.{{podcast|15 November 2020|49m02|gqAMRocWPhE}}
* [[Cosmetics]] can be used by all [[Races|races]] but there may be slight variations to make them work with the body builds of each race.{{quote|margaret-gear-appearance.png|link=https://www.reddit.com/r/AshesofCreation/comments/kvli9q/next_ship_and_armor_set_only_2_pictures/gj1bnfg/?context=8&depth=9}}
 
  
<blockquote>''I want to make sure that equitable cosmetics both from a quantity and quality standpoint are achievable through in-game achievements. Time, effort should let you be happy with what you can accomplish.''{{livestream|8 April 2018 (PM)|58m29|JH-sX1aFljM}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
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<blockquote>''It's important to remember, Ashes is a NO-BOX COST subscription only game, with an optional cosmetic marketplace. This achieves a few things from a monetization model. Having a lower barrier to entry for players to try the game when they don't have to fork out $60 for the box price is good, our box price is 0$. This also places an emphasis on the game's retention and our continual updates and content creation to keep players playing and staying subscribed (a put your money where your mouth is sort of philosophy for us as a company). It also means players don't have to spend $60 everytime there is an expansion.''{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
  
<blockquote>''In my opinion quality of cash shop cosmetics should be equal to in game achievable cosmetics, but offer a diverse selection of unique looks.''{{quote|equitable-cosmetics-quote.png|link=https://discordapp.com/channels/256164085366915072/256164085366915072/601818481394057217}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>
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<blockquote>''Is there an answer that satisfies everyone? Nope. And that's ok. We are open and transparent with our philosophies and business model. You know what you are getting with Ashes and to me, given my experiences in other games, it is a nice breath of fresh air.''{{quote|steven-cosmetic-variants.png|link=https://forums.ashesofcreation.com/discussion/comment/271565#Comment_271565}}{{ndash|[[Steven Sharif]]}}</blockquote>

Revision as of 00:47, 19 January 2021

Rime and Regal‎ pre-order pack cosmetics.[1]

All skin cosmetic items are cosmetic items only and do not grant the user any other benefit. The lore text is flavor text, and background of the creatures and items in the world of Verra. (Note: Costumes and Mounts may be accessible in Ashes of Creation Apocalypse. We'll notify you when these items have been added.)[1]

Cosmetics provide a wide array of customization in Ashes of Creation.[2]

  • Equitable cosmetics, both from a quantity and quality standpoint, are achievable through in-game means.[4]

I want to make sure that equitable cosmetics both from a quantity and quality standpoint are achievable through in-game achievements. Time, effort should let you be happy with what you can accomplish.[4]Steven Sharif

In my opinion quality of cash shop cosmetics should be equal to in game achievable cosmetics, but offer a diverse selection of unique looks.[5]Steven Sharif

The most grand looking cosmetics will be from in-game achievment only.[8]Steven Sharif

From an armor standpoint, we cut armor sets up into many different pieces. These pieces can sometimes be used as part of other sets, that may include helmets, wrists, gloves etc. So while you will not see an achievable white version of the corvid castigator set in the game for example, you may see its shoulder piece used in another set, or its leggings, or wrist piece used in another set (not every piece as to form the whole set, but perhaps a couple pieces). This would be difficult to notice at first glance, due to the material, texture and color variation used, but this modular approach to content creation makes achieving a wide variety of looks achievable for an MMORPG of our size.[6]Steven Sharif

  • Cosmetics can be used by all races but there may be slight variations to make them work with the body builds of each race.[11]
  • There will not be mascot looking/furry cosmetics.[12]

It's important to remember, Ashes is a NO-BOX COST subscription only game, with an optional cosmetic marketplace. This achieves a few things from a monetization model. Having a lower barrier to entry for players to try the game when they don't have to fork out $60 for the box price is good, our box price is 0$. This also places an emphasis on the game's retention and our continual updates and content creation to keep players playing and staying subscribed (a put your money where your mouth is sort of philosophy for us as a company). It also means players don't have to spend $60 everytime there is an expansion.[6]Steven Sharif

Is there an answer that satisfies everyone? Nope. And that's ok. We are open and transparent with our philosophies and business model. You know what you are getting with Ashes and to me, given my experiences in other games, it is a nice breath of fresh air.[6]Steven Sharif