Quote Originally Posted by Anewie View Post
There is nothing exclusive about glowing or offering very small buffs for your party.
Yes, there is. You don't seem to understand what "exclusive" means. It doesn't have to be good to be exclusive. It's a status of something unique.

Quote Originally Posted by Insaniac View Post
I don't think anyone would do it for the buff. I think people will attempt to do it because of the feeling of accomplishment that comes with having something so few other people have. That's really all that matters to a lot of people.
This. The buffs don't warrant the trial. It's not something people will do to improve, it's something they'll do (or die trying) to stand out.