Originally Posted by
Bethanie
Ofcourse, I raid because I enjoy the challenge, the teamplay and camaraderie with my friends, the sense of accomplishment when we take down a new boss / raid together.
These are pretty much the same reasons that I enjoy playing hockey irl. All the things that you listed are simply added bonuses, they are not actually needed in any way.
So long as I enjoy raiding I will continue to do it. If you are raiding just for the loot and the other shinies, then I'm glad that you're not in my team.