The crown icon is not the problem.


1) Some people are just toxic. Having a crown or not having a crown won't change that.
2) It is too difficult for new people to get in contact with someone who may help them because the Novice Network is invite only (unless you are a returnee).


FF needs a world chat so people can get in contact with other people who may (or may not) help.


Maybe the crown system can be reworked so that you don't just need a certain number of commendations, but you CONTINUALLY need a certain number of commendations. So mentors have to keep working to keep their status. Though that would lead to commendation farming, which can be a hindrance in and of itself.