I missed Jin'rokh, Dark Animus, and Lei Shen kills because of a late class. I don't think that means I was in Stormwind for all of progression. I guess you must be butt hurt that I killed Ra-den 5 weeks before you did.
Padding definitely helps. But at least in my case, 90% of it is either having better gear, or playing better. The sooner you realize this, the sooner you can work on your shadowpriest shortcomings.
I had to look up what cba stood for, but I think I follow. You think the only reason you don't have all top 10 parses is because you aren't trying. Man, if I had a dollar for every time I heard that.
I'd know it better than anyone? I'm still waiting for an ounce of proof. Unfortunately for you, repeating something over and over again doesn't make it true. The only thing you have shown is that you pad on Dark Animus and I do not, and that I get an occasional tricks. Seems to me your argument needs a little more work.
I completely disagree, but I will at least respect your opinion. Different guilds have different strats and kill bosses at different times in different gear, and each priest has his/her own playstyle. Do what feels right I suppose.
Does continuing to bring people down for no reason whatsoever bring you joy? Does it make you feel all better inside? You should probably worry more about yourself and less about criticizing others; especially if you're wrong. It really just makes you look bad.
And based on what I'm reading, I can see why you want this thread locked asap. We wouldn't want you to look any worse than you already do.