Far Reach
Conjurer
These suggestions are inspired by the discussion thread about the recent introduction of KP balances along with Rune-shard changes.
1) Instead of counting kp donations against the balance of the recipient immediately, defer this until the AW is upgraded.
This change means the recipient will never be disadvantaged by unsolicited donations into AWs which they don't intend to level further.
2) When a player upgrades a wonder, report their kp balance back to them. For example: "Your people are happy with your fair trading, and come willingly to assist with the upgrading of this great wonder. Your new balance is xxxxx".
This gives the player a periodic awareness of their kp balance.
3) Instead of preventing donations, having a negative kp balance instead prevents the player from upgrading their Wonders.
This is probably a stronger deterrent, but hides from other players that an individual has a negative balance. It also allows the affected player and their wonders to remain involved in Fellowship KP sharing schemes.
4) Be clear about the intended effect on those who invest in other player's AWs with the aim of making a profit (via reward chests). If there is not an intention to penalise these players then cap the maximum kp balance deficit which they get from a reward chest to the size of their corresponding donation.
This addresses ambiguity about the effect of the change on KP investors.
1) Instead of counting kp donations against the balance of the recipient immediately, defer this until the AW is upgraded.
This change means the recipient will never be disadvantaged by unsolicited donations into AWs which they don't intend to level further.
2) When a player upgrades a wonder, report their kp balance back to them. For example: "Your people are happy with your fair trading, and come willingly to assist with the upgrading of this great wonder. Your new balance is xxxxx".
This gives the player a periodic awareness of their kp balance.
3) Instead of preventing donations, having a negative kp balance instead prevents the player from upgrading their Wonders.
This is probably a stronger deterrent, but hides from other players that an individual has a negative balance. It also allows the affected player and their wonders to remain involved in Fellowship KP sharing schemes.
4) Be clear about the intended effect on those who invest in other player's AWs with the aim of making a profit (via reward chests). If there is not an intention to penalise these players then cap the maximum kp balance deficit which they get from a reward chest to the size of their corresponding donation.
This addresses ambiguity about the effect of the change on KP investors.