Blindfolds

[Quietthecutie]

An interesting idea, as per usual I immediately think "how will this will be abused and how often?" 

-I dont like the idea of criminals having the ability to totally black out someones vision particularly for an indefinite period of time. 

- it could be cool for concealing a location but that would be on the merit that youre also taking the persons GPS/Map item away otherwise they will just glance to it. even if you did once the blindfolds taken off most outdoor areas of the map are recognisable to someone with enough hours in the server and indoor locations have the addresses on the doors.

-It sounds like what youre trying to achieve could already be achived by roleplaying it out. 

 

Edited October 6, 2023 by Quietthecutie

[Puzzling]

We can RP blindfolds! 

 

( would be neat but other dev things should be on the list before this )

Edited October 9, 2023 by Puzzling

[Dontay]

I believe Blindfolds are something that would have a niche spot in the criminal roleplay. 

 

It should black out vision in First and Third Person.

It should slip off automatically after a set time (5 - 10 minutes, would reflect in item degrading)

It should replace over the Mask slot.

It should still mask ID's like a regular mask.

It should be purchased from an illegal merchant.

 

Been something I know people have been interested in for a while... 

[david1150]

+1

 

[Quietthecutie]

Sounds reasonable, slightly boring for the blindfolded player but so long as they are used properly they could be fun.

[Teenyinnit]

-1 if a rule is being broken, we wouldn't be able to save POV... the screen would just be black

[Quietthecutie]

22 hours ago, Teenyinnit said:

-1 if a rule is being broken, we wouldn't be able to save POV... the screen would just be black

Actually a very reasonable point. Its also worth nothing that theres nothing stopping you rply blindfolding a player. This has been done in the past and it rply blocks the person from relaying any visual information they saw from the moment the blindfold goes on, this of it as NLR rule but just for the eyes and if the person lives.

[inorigj]

I've spoken with Osvaldon about this one in the past. And it's not an option.

 

It would be very easy to use cheats or graphics mods to bypass this. And promote MG. As the others won't think they can see.

 

I really like the idea. But it just won't work.

 

Way better to just RP the blindfold instead or use the paper bag mask. And pretent that it doesn't have holes

[Jordan]

I like the idea but as others have said before there comes a couple of problems with it. Unfortunately there is a pocket of space for a very certain type of player in ECRP that doesnt like to RP and only likes to fight, and thus those people would likely have some sort of Meta, or graphics mod, to be able to overcome the use of the item regardless.

I do however, think a "Gag" Item would be good. A skill check once the gag is applied to resist, and once failed you are unable to speak in VOIP and Textchat (aside from using /b and faction chat respectively) I understand it wouldnt be all that useful in game but in RP I think it would make things interesting personally.

[Quietthecutie]

On 10/6/2024 at 11:23 AM, Jordan said:

I like the idea but as others have said before there comes a couple of problems with it. Unfortunately there is a pocket of space for a very certain type of player in ECRP that doesnt like to RP and only likes to fight, and thus those people would likely have some sort of Meta, or graphics mod, to be able to overcome the use of the item regardless.

I do however, think a "Gag" Item would be good. A skill check once the gag is applied to resist, and once failed you are unable to speak in VOIP and Textchat (aside from using /b and faction chat respectively) I understand it wouldnt be all that useful in game but in RP I think it would make things interesting personally.

again i love the possibilities this would open but if we are talking about that "very certain type of player" this kinda falls under that problem too.

[Johnny Ganja]

Def. a good idea!

[Eliza]

@Dontay @Vitaly Gorbachev I have merged your suggestions onto this thread as they are duplicates of this suggestion

[BillyB]

I didn't realise this already existed so made a new suggestion which I'll repeat here as a bump

 

Overview

I suggest we introduce a blindfold system to enhance immersion during kidnappings, interrogations, hostage situations and other relevant roleplay. The system should be carefully created to ensure it is not used to encourage/enable rule breaking or can be exploited.

Functionality

1. Applying the Blindfold

• Players can apply a blindfold to another player using an item purchased from a store (E.g. Blindfold, Scarf, or Bin bag).
• Requires the target to have their hands up or be restrained already
• If not restrained, allow the target to resist using a similar system to cuffing
• Blindfolding logged for moderation purposes

2. Visual Effects

• Screen turns to near-black if not entirely black
• GPS, Phone, Player IDs & Inventory UI hidden
• Chat and VOIP UI remains visible

3. Movement & Interaction Restrictions

• Player can still walk but potentially with reduced movement speed (No sprint maybe? You wouldn't run as fast as you could without knowing what's infront of you)
• Weapon usage if equipped
• If not restrained, player is still able to drive. 

4. Removal

• The Blindfold can be removed by any unrestrained player within close proximity
• The target can remove the Blindfold if not restrained
• Blindfold automatically removed upon death

5. Further Enhancements & Additions

• Implement a gag system, preventing the ability to talk
• Implement different Blindfold quality types for durability/effectiveness
• Evidence left behind on dead bodies - fingerprints and fibres on clothing

Benefits

1. Encourages more criminal and investigative roleplay
2. Adds immersion to hostage/detention RP
3. Reduces opportunity for metagaming

Abuse Prevention

1. Require clear RP conditions are met before blindfolding
2. Log all blindfold action
3. Create an admin command to remove blindfolds

[braden]

I gave this a +1 in 2020, and I’ll give it a +1 in 2026

[Daxu]

+1 if it doesn't fully black out your screen. The risk of people abusing a graphics hack/bug/glitch to see through it isn't a problem because they'd still be breaking a rule anyway (much like using the 3rd person cam to see around corners/around people to ID a gun on their backside). Could do a small overlay that just says "blindfolded" with a 50% opacity grey filter or something, just to indicate in game and in POV that your character is blindfolded.

 

I also recognize that its nowhere near a priority given that RP blindfolds work fine.