Freehold Appearance | Notre Dame Cathedral | Charity

Many of you may or may not know about the tragic events today. The Notre Dame Chapel caught fire. There is much damage done including the loss of the steeple and roof. But the more important damage is to the spirits of those who visit, worship, or reside in Paris. There are already plans as the fire still burns to rebuild the Chapel from its ashes.

I would like to see Intrepid Studios have a limited time charity event to support the rebuilding of the Notre Dame Cathedral. I don't know the effects it may have on development or the resources it may take from development. I am also aware it is very early in the studio's life but i think this would be good for many reasons.

Firstly, the most obvious, the benefit it could provide to the reconstruction in Paris.
Secondly, the most obvious, gathering the community behind a cause is something i feel is well needed and beneficial.
Thirdly, an awesome cosmetic inspired by such an iconic structure hat would fit very well in the world of Verra.
Lastly, i think it may result in positive publicity for Intrepid and attract new eyes to their studio and show their passion is not limited just to MMOs.

I would love to hear more thoughts on the event from the community.

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Allenduin

AlerionAshkore

Nagash

I agree with we should help the people of France but the fact you want a Skin! to me that's appalling.

seaber

dragon says no

ShadowCrept

^ i approve

Allenduin

nagash wrote: »

I agree with we should help the people of France but the fact you want a Skin! to me that's appalling.

I feel that with a freehold appearance the event will be memorialized within the game and serve as a reminder of the communities efforts. And whether or not someone buy's in support, or just for another cool appearance, it would support reconstruction. You can use a person's selfish desires to fund a selfless endeavor. Or you can be rewarded for your kindness with a small thank you. Regardless of the perspective i look at it i see this to be beneficial on all fronts.

Karthos

No to sound cold, but if the Catholic Church can pay to cover up hundreds of scandals of sexual misconduct, it can pay to replace a roof.

Nagash

All I see is you wanting a skin and the fact that you are using the damage caused to Notre Dame to make this point makes me sick. I don't care what reason you give to defend your view It just not right!

Allenduin

Karthos wrote: »

No to sound cold, but if the Catholic Church can pay to cover up hundreds of scandals of sexual misconduct, it can pay to replace a roof.

I do believe they can afford the endeavor without help. However, it will be a very significant cost. Additionally it is still something i would hope to see people rally behind who would like to. Thank you for your thoughts!

Makinoji

Not to add fuel to this fire but no.

Allenduin

makinoji wrote: »

Not to add fuel to this fire but no.

your dang clever puns!

syl

Though I think it would be very sweet of them to organize a charity for the church, I think Intrepid should not be 'reacting' to it. Like - it would be nice, but it would be unnecessary. The Church, the French government and French/international charity organisations will do what they usually (should or should not) do.

Allenduin

I can see your point here.

Teyloune

I would rather see charity money go to people that need it than to rebuild a cathedral.

nick10281

Honestly i think it was a blessing for it to burn. it was all in all, a safety violation on all accords. out with the old and in with the CRUSADES! DEUS VULT! DEUS VULT!

Allenduin

teyloune wrote: »

I would rather see charity money go to people that need it than to rebuild a cathedral.

I can agree with that. While still horrible for such a thing to happen to such an iconic building, its status does not put it above those in more need of help. I hope to see Intrepid do charity fundraising for future tragedies as well, or currently ongoing issues within the world.

Allenduin

nick10281 wrote: »

Honestly i think it was a blessing for it to burn. it was all in all, a safety violation on all accords. out with the old and in with the CRUSADES! DEUS VULT! DEUS VULT!

can you share any specific violations? I'm interested.

Nagash

alerionashkore wrote: »

teyloune wrote: »

I would rather see charity money go to people that need it than to rebuild a cathedral.

I can agree with that. While still horrible for such a thing to happen to such an iconic building, its status does not put it above those in more need of help. I hope to see Intrepid do charity fundraising for future tragedies as well, or currently ongoing issues within the world.

For goodness sake they are a game company not a charity. If you want to help the world then do so, just don't drag us into it.

Karthos

teyloune wrote: »

I would rather see charity money go to people that need it than to rebuild a cathedral.

I hear Needletail is good for a few bucks

sunfrog

I agree with this post. We are all part of the same world and I feel sad for the people of Paris. Notre Dame is an iconic church known all over the world. It's such a shame it burned down. If the Eiffel Tower burned down I would feel just as sad. The cosmetic doesn't bother me. It's a way to raise funds like a cake at a bake sale. All proceed go to rebuild the church. @alerionashkore is not greedy or selfish, they are just trying to offer a solution. alerionashkore is a good person full of caring and compassion.

Azathoth

I thought only evil cults were peddled here, wait, never mind.

*horrid rant redacted*

I think it's a tragedy a historical structure was burned. I don't think it's anywhere close to all the other atrocities that plague the world daily and likely deserve more attention.

If IS wants to honor this event, they should consider something more appropriate than a skin to populate their fantasy world where that particular god does not exist.

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