[JerSar]

This is one epic read,

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Instance_dungeon

i don't endorse turning P99 into 'instanced raiding'. i just thought this was very cool to read.

Here's another:

Originally Posted by Iumuno [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

There are more subtle, and negative effects to instancing, that have nothing to do with competition and racing for mobs.

The part about instancing in this article is pretty good:

http://www.gamasutra.com/view/featur...orlds_are_.php

While I don't agree with everything he's saying, I think he's spot on about instancing.