The Story Behind "Combat Only" and Their Unique Playstyle

Published in Community on January 12th, 2025

A player in Brighter Shores, known as "Combat Only", has been making waves for their unconventional approach to the game. Run by Reddit user /u/papapotz, this account focuses entirely on combat, intentionally steering clear of non-combat skills and activities.

As of the latest update, "Combat Only" has reached level 50 in the Guard profession and is fully decked out in epic gear. But now, progression has hit a wall. The game's mechanics require players to choose a faction to advance past level 50 Guard, and faction selection takes place in Episode 2. Since "Combat Only" is strictly limited to combat, they can't meet the necessary Episode 1 quest requirements to move forward.

This unique playstyle has sparked plenty of conversation in the Brighter Shores community. Some players have praised the creativity and commitment it takes to stick to such a strict set of rules, while others have shared stories of their own challenges when trying to specialize in one area of the game.

The "Combat Only" journey sheds light on the flexibility of Brighter Shores' design, encouraging players to experiment with unorthodox ways to engage with the game. At the same time, it raises questions about how progression systems could better support specialized playstyles like this one.

While it's unclear what's next for "Combat Only," the account has become a symbol of the creativity and diversity in how players approach the game, sparking new ideas about both its possibilities and its limitations.

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