So the whole concept of permanent equipment didn't sit right with me. One of the major focuses in the game has always been that you get set back but you regroup and push on, a permanent piece of gear is just plain hopeless, it never worth ruining a character as we never know were the next update will change our builds, the loss of being able to change tactics. It just felt so out of place. So I modded them. All the items that were permanent are still very much cursed, but they are not permanent. this includes things like the winners and losers suits, the brands, and even the mecha boss augments. The new curse is meant to keep the hellishness of the gear.
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