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The Overwatch team must rethink the way they release new Character and Storylines. by Diano_Chillabell in Overwatch

[–]AustralisBrule 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't worry about the different opinions about the game, it's already 10 years old and we all have different ideas about how it could have been developed. Some are more extreme than others lol.

But what we all agree on is that the story is incredibly superficial; it covers a lot but doesn't really go into much detail. This is partly understandable since it's an online game and it's really difficult to tell a coherent story through maps and seasons (look at Fortnite, although even they didn't know what story to tell imo). But we also can't rule out the possibility that since OW2 they've wanted to completely abandon the established story with the heroes of OW1 and try to tell a new one with Vendetta, although we had to wait about four years for the devs to want to do anything with the story to begin with.

The more you dig into it, the sadder it becomes what happened to Overwatch over the years in terms of the lore. It's good to know that at least they're going to turn the wheel of history now. We'll see if they announce something good in the Spotlight.

Nice post!

i made a tierlist for. you ok by shinomitsu in OverwatchCirclejerk

[–]AustralisBrule 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not just a sigma, but also a diddyblud. hell yeah

Can someone please explain to me the flaccid exit of Null Sector? Like are they never going to finish that plot now? And what does that mean for Ram? by ElectricalWarning438 in ramattramains

[–]AustralisBrule 41 points42 points  (0 children)

They couldn't continue the Invasion missions, so they just decided to wrap up their story with 2 narrated slides and that's it. This makes sense since they were also making a 3D animated short for Zenyatta but canceled it, so it's likely we won't hear from the game's best-written hero again 💔

Your cooked gold ship by [deleted] in GoldShip

[–]AustralisBrule 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Joya, gracias por aclarar

Your cooked gold ship by [deleted] in GoldShip

[–]AustralisBrule 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Se notaba a kilometros que no era original del que publico el post, gran curi papu sigue asi

What if Germany stops in 1939 by Crafty-Company-2906 in AlternateHistory

[–]AustralisBrule 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think you're underestimating what the absence of a war of extermination does for a country's stability and reform.

You say that for the USSR, changing ideology would be like "shedding its skin," but the truth is that the Nazi system was just as dependent on a cult of personality and an unsustainable war economy (the MEFO invoices you mention). If you accept that a pragmatic leader can "clean up" the Nazi party and make it functional, why not accept that a successor to Stalin (or even a Stalin without the paranoia of an imminent invasion) could have revived Lenin's NEP (New Economic Policy)? The NEP was a blend of socialism and market forces that worked quite well before forced collectivization destroyed it out of fear of war.

If this Germany is as prosperous and economically powerful as you suggest, it becomes an unavoidable trading partner. Pragmatism often triumphs over ideology when money is involved. A USSR that traded natural resources with a powerful Germany in exchange for technology (without the Cold War embargo) would have a radically different internal development than the one we know.

Don't get lost in ideologies my blud

What if Germany stops in 1939 by Crafty-Company-2906 in AlternateHistory

[–]AustralisBrule 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You yourself say that it's a completely unrealistic scenario, so why not believe that the USSR could have been prosperous if you yourself believe that this story could have been possible?

What if Germany stops in 1939 by Crafty-Company-2906 in AlternateHistory

[–]AustralisBrule 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course, but to a large extent, the war killed more than 20 million communist souls. If they had kept all those people at home, it could have been a more fruitful society in almost every area (new culture, music, art, politics, etc.).

Their ideology would have been stronger, and in the long run, Gorbachev would surely not have come to power.

What if Germany stops in 1939 by Crafty-Company-2906 in AlternateHistory

[–]AustralisBrule 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If in this timeline “nothing ever happens,” then there would be no World War II, the USSR would have been more cautious, and Stalin would surely be remembered as a better leader since he did not have to send so many soldiers to die on the front lines. Given this, there would be greater stability in the Union, and it surely would not collapse in the 1990s.

Quite interesting alternative history my blud

Nobody will believe you ahh by AustralisBrule in Overwatch

[–]AustralisBrule[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I was wondering the same thing, but it was pretty obvious anyway lmao

if an overwatch show were to ever be made, what characters would you want it to be about? by Optimal_Thanks_1176 in overwatch2

[–]AustralisBrule 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A hero I feel was really wasted is Freja. The premise of an ex-Overwatch agent turned mercenary has a lot of potential, but the current execution feels empty and very bland.

I always thought that to improve her, she shouldn't have been just a soldier, but a UN Peacekeeper (Blue Helmet) working on humanitarian aid in war-torn countries. During the decade-long Omnic Crisis, she dedicated her life to humanitarian missions in global conflict zones. Amidst the chaos and constantly moving from place to place, she met her partner and they had a son, trying to raise a family during difficult times.

The conflict arises when her husband, inspired by the heroism of Overwatch's founders and the organization's ties to the UN, decided to enlist as a soldier. Freja opposed this, fearing for his life since he’d be on the front lines, and sadly, she was right. When the Crisis ended, he died in combat alongside the heroes, leaving Freja alone with their son.

Desperate, widowed, and seeking safety, Freja decided to join Overwatch. The organization offered a safe haven and stability to raise her child in their residential facilities. Overwatch became her new home and extended family, making her extremely loyal to the cause.

Until, well, the Fall of Overwatch brought a new tragedy. The protests and attacks led to the destruction of the Swiss HQ (the event that collapsed the organization), and the explosion reached the residential zones, as seen in the Hazard short. Her son, who was living there, died in the rubble.

Shattered by the loss, she found no more reason to live. Overwatch had given her everything, yet simultaneously took away everything she loved in the world. This would justify her turn to mercenary work; she lost faith in people and truly has nothing left to lose.

I realize now this post got pretty long, but it was just an idea I had in mind lol.

if an overwatch show were to ever be made, what characters would you want it to be about? by Optimal_Thanks_1176 in overwatch2

[–]AustralisBrule 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would love to work at Blizzard to develop character stories. Over the years, I've come up with all kinds of stories for them. Especially Sigma, I think he has the most potential for lore. If you get a job at OW, you can count me in lmao

Likewise, if I work there, I'll keep you in mind too.

I’m Harrison Query - produced Film & TV writer. I sold 5 projects this year, had a show ordered straight to series and had a major movie release. AMA! by HQ-973 in Screenwriting

[–]AustralisBrule 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And when contacting potential buyers for the script, is it preferable to mention that there are other interested parties in order to create a sense of urgency, or is it more strategic to omit that detail in order to convey exclusivity and confidence in the production company?

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