So i'm wondering, Will there be more open world content in Heavens ward?

Like special mobs (Notorious monsters like in XI?) Or maybe something similiar that gives people a sense of reason to explore the world. Currently i'm playing XI again for some old memories and god do i enjoy just running out to check if there is a NM up and fighting it for that rare drop.

I remember back in 1.0 when they removed NMs because i believe they said did not like the competiveness it creates between people but its something i really miss, To do something in the open world when you're waiting for queues or just wanna do something else.

Anyone else feel the same?