Request to add LGBT ship skins, pilot skins and a Lobby/HUD theme.

[Tom]

We DEMAND to add LGBT ship and pilot skins in Battlezone: Combat Commander because it can be a meaningful step toward promoting inclusivity and representation in the gaming community.

This can make the game more inclusive, enrich its storytelling, and positively impact the broader gaming culture.

[Katherlyn]

You do know you can just make a skin pack and put it on the workshop right?

[yeah]

It's campaign season in the US and I suspect the urge to troll all over the internet is growing.

[the BEST there is]

I wouldn't have expected a person with a nick as inclusive-sounding as Katherlyn to not offer constructive solutions and rather just spew these bureaucratic loops you would have poor Tom jump through. YOU should use your modding skills to do this for our community!

Not only should we have LGBT ship and pilot skins, but we must also introduce a variety of gender-neutral pilot pronouns and character customization options. Every pilot in Battlezone: Combat Commander should have the option to identify as it/they, he/they, she/they, or even xe/xir. The inclusion of gender-neutral uniforms and gear is a must to ensure that no identity is left out.

Furthermore, the HUD theme should include a comprehensive color wheel that allows players to express the full spectrum of their emotions and identities.

It’s crucial that we also consider the importance of inclusive language in all in-game communications. Every mission briefing and dialogue should be reviewed to eliminate any potentially offensive or exclusionary terms. We need a dedicated team within the game's development staff to ensure that every update and patch reflects our commitment to diversity.

Additionally, we should introduce backstories for each pilot that highlight their unique journeys, struggles, and triumphs as members of the LGBTQ+ community. These stories can serve as powerful narratives that educate and inspire players, fostering empathy and understanding. We must also ensure that every alien race in the game is given their own LGBTQ+ backstories, to truly represent the entire galaxy's diversity.

Let’s not forget about the soundtrack – it should feature a wide range of music genres that celebrate and uplift LGBTQ+ artists. We could even have a special in-game radio station dedicated to playing these tracks and sharing messages of love, acceptance, and equality.

Moreover, we should implement an in-game reporting system specifically for instances of hate speech or discrimination, with swift and severe penalties for offenders. This would show our zero-tolerance policy for any form of bigotry and make the game a safer and more welcoming space for everyone.

[Tom]

Originally posted by Katherlyn:

You do know you can just make a skin pack and put it on the workshop right?

I don't have modding experience so unfortunately i can not help meet the community's DEMANDS.

The post above has some very good ideas that I think would be beneficial.

Everyone would feel so involved and welcomed if they could fly-by the Ancient Pyramids of Mire in a rainbow coloured Thunderbolt/Sabre. Or in a rainbow coloured Drone near the beautiful lava flows on Rend.

I and others would LOVE to learn about Yelena Shabayev's disastrous upbringing in St. Petersburg, Russia. As a two spirit Lesbian with homophobic and NON-inclusive parents.

Or John Cooke? The man who was raised on a farm in North Platte, Nebraska and was harassed at high school because he was in transition from Julie Cooke to the man he is today.

How inspirational would that be?

Thank you for your time and consideration,

T ^_^

[Red_Devil]

Does being inclusive include Nazis, ala Iron Sky?
How about Templars or Holy Roman Christian soldiers?

[Ankua]

We really need to take out all the explosion and bullets.
To promote inclusivity and force people to comprise with words and not weapons.

All tanks should be grey of color. Only one shade as well.
So all are equal when looking at them for the colorblind.

Lastly all sound should be captioned instead of being broadcast on speakers for the hearing impaired.
Wouldn't want anyone to have an edge over a deaf person for equality.

But the blind you think.

[Wyzard]

with enough effort you put into asking i am sure that you TOM are more than capable of Doing it your self

[Tom]

Originally posted by Wyzard:

with enough effort you put into asking i am sure that you TOM are more than capable of Doing it your self

"I don't have modding experience so unfortunately i can not help meet the community's DEMANDS"

Non-inclusive and incapable of reading, i certainly won't be counting on your help Wyzard! (It seems you can't spell either, it's "Wizard")

Enjoy being in the dark ages.

Insufferable little insect.

[deepeyes]

Geez, these freaks are everywhere.

[Axel]

hahahahahaha well im looking dustborn and concord flop,yes cant wait to see another failur,whats the words for this one ?go woke go broke?allez des bisous elle est pas mal

[BDK]

wow even this game got infested by crazies.

[Plastik20xx]

Yep, they infest everything... Puuuuke

[Newk]

the way it was worded sounded more like a troll then a serious request

[GenBlackDragon]

it is a troll post. But I might make a rainbow skin set, just for lols

[Plushie Schwartz]

This is interesting. Please don't listen to hateful people like GenBlackDragon. I Don't say that because him and I have "disagreements". I say that because he is in all of his being - a hateful cruel person. The woke agenda is a false movement that was invented by people who are fearful or disgusted by the idea that those who are different from them are simply wanting to be acknowledged and to exist in most spaces. We are not out to destroy society or culture. Accepting our existence comes at no harm to you and your kind.

Being homophobic or transphobic or sexist or any of that crap is simply put... silly. Me being gay doesn't hurt you. It doesn't influence your life in any way other than you having to tolerate my existence. The demand for representation shouldn't be seen as an assault on anyone. We just want to have characters and stories we can relate to.