This is also a good indication of Tanaka's vision. Keep in mind everything listed was likely to have been implemented by Feb or March.

http://lodestone.finalfantasyxiv.com...f018ec5fb504d2

When I ask myself "Would I rather have that list above? or would I rather have a new battle system?" I lean on the things in that article, and I know those things aren't thrown away but I would rather have a mail system now.

Also ask yourself, "What's the new battle system going to be like?"
I'd love to hear some of your answers.
The entire implementation of everything this game needs has been put on hold for this new battle system.
If someone asked me to describe what it will be like because they are interested in returning, my answer would be very limited.