Item level compression in Heavensward?

[Asael]

We BADLY need more horizontal gear choices.

This.

I'm not too keen on the compression idea, it's not wholly necessary. All they need to do is slow down and minimize the ilvl increments, and slant the game towards a more horizontal model. In this way gear gains more longevity and stays relevant over the game's life span. We really cannot stay on this vertical gear treadmill forever, and especially at the rate we get new gear. Gear treadmills get really old and really fast. IMO it's stale already.