Has it always been like this or...?

[KayoZ]

Why queue for a main scenario quest knowing full well that the party could, and likely will, consist of one or more newbies if you don't have the patience for them? The presence of a newbie gives you a hefty bonus of soldiery, which is intended to compensate for less experienced players and offer incentive to returning veterans to help new players.

Very true. "Hey thanks for doubling the rewards we're grinding for, but we're still going to ruin the experience for you because, F-U! I dont like wasting my time while im wasting time."

Its the pinnacle of collective "jerk" syndrome in this game.

As for some of you ive read here, the majority isnt always right. There are systems in government in place to counter a flat majority rule and there is a damned good reason for it. The very same reason/principle for why SE should take a stand for their new players and put something in place for them not be screwed by a mob of self-centered brats who would deny them the same luxury they likely enjoyed when they first went through it. At least for DF, where most new players turn to for completing such content. IMO, a penalty for the bonus rewards for skipping cutscenes would be ideal. New players save you time just by showing up yet some would still capitalize on that rather than return the favor.