I don't think p99 is going anywhere fast...
Obviously, at some points in the server's history their have been marked increases and decreases in population. I think it may actually be true that the historical high point may be behind us (probably Velious launch and the few weeks after). Such is the nature of a server like p99.
Of course, there are reasons to play. Many of us who don't raid at all are perfectly fine with the permanent static nature of things and can continue our social game play experience without even taking much notice to the so called "end game" of Velious. I'd imagine that hard core pixel chasers will find it increasingly difficult to enjoy the game as time progresses without new content to fight over.
Re99 (the next blue p99 server) or whatever they title it will start the cycle all over again. In my opinion, getting 6 years out of classic EQ content (even with all the delays in expac release, DDoSers, raiding disputes, hacking scandals, RMT feuds, etc.) has not only be a victory for Nilbog and Rogean (and their teams), but it has been a whole boat load of fun.
If/When they launch the next server I know I'll be there on day 1 ready to roll. Until then (at least for the foreseeable future), I'm still loving my friends and toons on p99 and having a lot of fun playing EQ and having classic EQ adventures.
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