Why don't we just create a game where you log in and you instantly have a max level character, full gear set, and all achievements done?
Yes, im being purposely sarcastic because i see these "what purpose does xyz serve" threads all the time. The more you take away from the original game, the less that game looks and feels like the original.
Stop lobbying to have time tested mechanics taken out of the game just because you feel they are minor annoyances.