Last I checked, DPS is the sole winning condition of the combat system. In order to clear an encounter you need to do DPS. Mechanics are mechanisms to PREVENT you from doing DPS. That means that it comes first and foremost. You do not clear an encounter for running the timer out or doing the dance perfectly. You must deplete the enemies HP to 0. Thus, DPS is not only included in mechanics, but it's
THE core mechanic. To suggest anything otherwise is you pushing an agenda without looking at it critically.
Actually, Yoshi has gone on record several times stating that it's up to the party. If the
PARTY feels that a player isn't up to
THEIR collective standards then dismissing is not only allowed, but recommended as cited under the "difference in playstyles" category and is not reportable or punishable. That is why no single player can vote dismiss someone. You can live in carebear land all you want, but for those of us in the real world we enjoy accountability and will hold people to what the community deems reasonable behavior. That tends to mean:
- Don't be AFK/half-assing it
- Use AOE
Hardly worth getting all defensive about. If a player can't manage that they do not deserve to be a part of a team effort. Stick to solo content. To add further insight, if you look at how the JP DF works it's actually the opposite to your statement. They use the DF for experienced player matchmaking and the PF for learning/lesser skilled endeavors.
If anyone here is guilty of pious rambling, it's you.
No one here has to argue ACT is a tool. It's an
UNDENIABLE FACT that it is nothing but a tool. To suggest otherwise is an indication that you are struggling to remove your bias and emotions and look critically and logically at the discussion. You're assumptions regarding pro-parser players and them thinking they're better than *you* (not you specifically, the collective you) is a heavy indication of personal insecurity.
Your inability to differentiate between genuine facts and emotionally charged opinions in conjunction with your performance insecurity is further proof that you aren't in the correct state of mind to have a meaningful discussion on the topic. You've done nothing but be antagonistic to several posters while preaching a holier than thou attitude and sprouting misinformation. While we likely have very different definitions of toxicity, you're a walking example of what I consider toxic behavior.
Lol I'm dying.