On the above, I'll say "you're welcome" to everybody for avoiding the text wall (at that post at least).
I'd request that people stop pumping XP as the most important thing in game.
I'd request that players be able to help teach other players why it's not.
I'd hope (and have severe doubts) that this "beta" might add some spice.
The "issue" for me is reeducating an entire FS population that thinks XP is the most important thing in the game, many of whom get their panties in an uproar when they hit for 10 stam and aren't prepared for the consequences.
I'll avoid flaming by saying, the fact that I too sit around in stam-gear when offline is my personal choice.
And I'll end by saying that I personally feel that one of the worst things that have happened to this game is the fact that players sit behind the "PVP is evil" stance and refrain from educating players.
PvP, leveling or whatever, aside... the lack of education is the worst thing that has happened in FS. I fully disagree with OP pot idea... but I would not say that nobody learns about stats or enhancements or key factors that involve "playing the game".
Me, I learned about stats precisely thanks to some hardcore PvPers. That was the best experience I ever had in game and it's something that is definitely long-dead.
I don't mean that as a support for PvP but as a call out to people to "think". If you do that, no matter what game aspect, you will be better off.
Please, please... don't propagate the "I need everything" ideology. Promote education so, no matter what game aspect anyone is playing, they can work to excel.

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