Break the Trinity System Please

[Duelle]

I am against the addition of a new support role, primarily because it adds unneeded complexity to. I don't disagree with more dps/support roles, as I suspect we'l see more of that. However, I think a better solution is to strengthen the existing design of spreading buffs, debuffs, and CC around ALL classes, and building encounters that aren't movement based DPS races.

Asking for more utility spread throughout the jobs isn't the same as asking for hybrids, though. "Pure DPS" utility usually comes in the form of damage buffs to the raid or CC, whereas hybrids usually get something connected to one of their other roles. A NIN increases the slashing damage on target, whereas a RDM may have situational offheals reliant on procs or the ability to reduce damage taken by one party member.

While I'm not opposed to this, it should be noted the developers have stayed away from anything that directly affects raid DPS for the most part. NIN is pretty much the first job that can directly affect raid DPS by increasing damage the mob takes by 10% (it lasts 10 seconds and requires Hide/Suiton, but still).

Every class has its niche (or should)

Mechanically, sure. Role-wise, not necessary.

All gaming communities in MMORPGs take the path of least resistance.

Fixed. This is the reality of things, and should always be kept in mind.