Mercenaries

[Johnnyseven]

Would it be viable to form a mercenary group (probably as part of the pirate faction?) that could accept payment in exchange for protection of traders, patrolling of certain areas and assistance in various battles? If so how would you do it?

 

If you don't think it could be done with the state of the game right now, what changes would be needed? A dedicated mercenary faction just doesn't sound right.

 

What would the pro's and con's be to the game if being a mercenary group is viable?

 

Do you think having mercenaries in the game is even a good idea?

 

I'm curious because I've always enjoyed playing as a mercenary in sandbox games. Someone who brings skill and speed rather than organisation and weight of numbers, I also like to try and avoid the drama that comes with the politics that people try to work into these games.

[VonVolks]

It's an open world so it's already an option. Base yourself in a free city and message local players offering your services.

Whether they want them or not is another matter.

[Stix]

"Maybe" in the future but unlikely.  The main problem will be you will have to offer your services at ridiculously cheap rates.  Econ and trading are not very profitable and also not very dangerous so people would not be willing to pay very much at all.

[VonVolks]

start small!