Originally Posted by
IceMan1763
The argument is this:
1) Split raiding and the time requirements to do so to be in a top guild are completely ridiculous. If you don't believe me, Ion agrees and he's a moron so if you disagree I'm not sure what that makes you: "Using multiple raid groups to funnel loot to a set of mains [is] a competitive advantage of the high end, it’s not fun for people who do it,"
2) Split runs require time most people don't have, that's the main requirement to be in Method or Exorsus. Taking away the competitive advantage the lead designer literally just stated in my quote above will lead to a more healthy competitive landscape. If Method and Exorsus will continue to do well, but removing the advantage of a practice most people simply don't have time for will absolutely help to even the playing field. Unless you're a Method or Exorsus raider is afraid of a more healthy competition, I don't know why you would possibly complain about the removal of split runs as a practice.
3) Nothing is a "fundamental mechanic". If it is, how did the game survive for what, 4 or 5 years BEFORE TRADING EXISTED? Trading wasn't in the game once and, if there is good reason, it can be removed again.