Ignoring the Average Joe: Why most raid plans do nothing for those who need it most

[Rheaume]

Well reasoned post.
The answer (as history shows) is to find another game. It is precisely these 'flaws/features' that other subsequent MMOs 'solved/changed' and why people left EQ for greener pastures.

A part of me understands the hardcores. They can and desire to devote more time to EQ than those who choose (it is a choice) not to do so. Original EQ raiding is more suited to their play style than to the casuals.