I totally agree with the need for greater challenges and love the idea of minions/mounts for crafters! However, since I don't use macros much of what you've suggested may be beyond my craft ability...I'd still give it a try regardless because of the pleasure of success. And you're spot on about use of HQ mats; I've been asked why bother making them since it doesn't seem to matter, plus as a DoL no one wants to buy them on the MB. I hope this changes in the future, and especially the shiny tools with sound effects!!!