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Originally Posted by Hrycaj
I pretty much stay off the forums these days but this was something I felt strongly enough to actually share a post on. I'm in a really excellent stats only, online league (Figment if anyone is interested) that really satisfies most of my ootp needs. Every once in a while though, I do get the itch to slow things down and play out games. So I created a simple 16 team, 4 level fictional league (stats only) to try and build a cellar dweller up. I decided to use the hard trading mode and the gm reputation system. I have to say that I think both these systems are very strong editions to the game. The fact that I cannot rely on the "make the deal work now" option makes a dramatic difference alone. I also like how your reputation takes a hit if you simply try and send multiple offers looking for the best one. Now maybe with ratings on it isn't that big of a deal, but for a fully fictional stats-only player this gives the trading mechanic some sharp teeth. I have come to realize that in every version of this game the trading ai gets put through the ringer, sometimes I feel the criticism is a bit over the top and based on people's personal perspectives about real life players in a current game. Although, sometimes when I read them I do scratch my head at what the ai is thinking at times as well. I definitely try and recognize both sides of the issue. For what it's worth, the way I enjoy the game these new mechanics are fantastic editions.
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what do you have difficulty and favor prospects/veterans at?