This idea is a result of
this thread.
It seems no one else wanted to start it so I will. So here it is.
The General Tool slot idea.
I'll quote myself for some of it.
I like that idea Zill. A general tool slot that anyone can use with new tools.
With everyone clamoring about new guns and ships, we seem to have overlooked how important tools are. Maybe open a suggestion thread for new tool ideas?
And if that's happening maybe the Spyglass should be placed in that category.
I know you like having it as a pilot tool, but it's the only tool in GoIO that's not limited by what your role is.
All Engineer tools are used for repairing, all Gunner tools are ammo (only affect guns), and all the rest of the Pilot tools can only be used on the helm.
So a few things that the General Tool slot will do.
1. Spyglass will be moved to this category
2. New tools to be introduced
3. These tools should not give bonuses that will make a role more powerful but rather to introduce new styles of play (e.g. something that will reduce reload time or cooldown time would not be advisable)
So here's my ideas for a new tool that would fit here.
Pneumatic Boots: Provides a 20% jump boost while the tool is in use OR (I'm still undecided) it will provide the ability to double jump. Only has 2 boost per clip with 60 sec reload.
I know this seems to offer advantages only to the Engineer but I think it would help the Gunner and Pilot too.
One of the reasons a Gunner won't leave his gun or a Pilot his helm, is that it takes time to get back.
For example: on a Pyramidion the Gunner rarely uses the side guns because of the climb back to the front gun.
Now, this idea needs more ideas to make it awesome.
Have at it!