Never step down, please. When the game is at a 7-8/10 rating and it's a solid MMO, keep with it. Everyone here would be so saddened (me especially) if you stepped down after FFXIV became a success.

I love the work that you and your team have done with the game. I don't think I could trust another development team with the duties required to enhance this game.

Thank you for your hard work, it does not go unappreciated by me and many others.