Proposal for a Fairer Lottery System in Final Fantasy XIV (please participate)

The existing lottery system in Final Fantasy XIV, while functional, creates an unfair experience for dedicated players who consistently participate but face repeated losses. As a player who has entered over 10 lotteries without success, I've experienced firsthand the frustration that many long-term players feel with the current pure-chance system.

This issue particularly affects:
- Veteran players who actively participate in community events
- Players who invest time and effort into lottery participation
- The overall player retention and satisfaction

I propose implementing a Progressive Participation System that rewards consistent engagement while maintaining the excitement of lottery mechanics.

Instead of pure random selection, implement a weighted system based on participation history:

-First-time participation: Base weight of 1
- Second participation: Weight of 2 (if previous lottery was unsuccessful)
- Third participation: Weight of 3 (if previous lotteries were unsuccessful)
- And so on...

This system requires minimal database modification:
1. Add a `participation_count` field to player lottery records
2. Increment this counter each time a player enters a lottery
3. Reset counter to 0 when player wins any lottery
4. Use participation count as weight multiplier in lottery calculations

- Player A (first time): 1x chance
- Player B (3rd attempt): 3x chance
- Player C (10th attempt): 10x chance


### For Players
- Reduced Frustration: Eliminates the feeling of endless bad luck
- Increased Engagement: Encourages continued participation
- Fairness: Rewards loyalty and persistence
- Predictable Progress: Players know their chances improve over time

### For Square Enix
- Higher Player Retention: Reduces player burnout from repeated losses
- Increased Participation: More players likely to engage with lottery events
- Balanced Economy: Maintains scarcity while improving distribution
- Community Satisfaction: Addresses a common player complaint

- Cap maximum weight at reasonable number (e.g., 50x) to prevent extreme advantages
- Consider separate counters for different types of lotteries
- Implement gradual rollout to test system effectiveness


- Clearly explain the system to players
- Display current participation count in lottery interface
- Show improved odds transparently

This Progressive Lottery System addresses the core frustration of repeated losses while maintaining the excitement and scarcity that makes lottery rewards special. It's a win-win solution that respects player investment while preserving game balance.

The implementation is straightforward from a technical standpoint and would significantly improve the player experience for one of the game's popular features.

Thank you for considering this proposal. I believe this change would greatly enhance player satisfaction and engagement with FFXIV's lottery systems.