Problem: Using PFs to gather people to fulfill a common goal. However, there exist a large playerbase who are liars or are not responsible enough for their own game (e.g. learning mechanics, monitoring their DPS output. (please dont go into the lack of parsers. I have a blm friend who can do top DPS but is on PS4.)). This results a negative sentiment towards "casuals" from "elites" OR vice-versa. It also results in PFs not being able to meet their learning/clearing objectives.
I have been playing this game actively since 2.0 and have my fair share of end-game content pre-nerf. I play in a static because I value the relationship between my static members and I. I have an english-based static and a japanese FC. I am largely an introvert, and it is not for selfish reasons I avoid PFs.
As such, PF is a dangerous game to play because there are alot of lying or drama involved. I honestly feel the situation can be improved if every single one tries. Well, it will not get better overnight, but it will certainly get better in time.
The proposal
The elites/the casual issue
In a PVE game, where everything can be researched, in my opinion, the casual/elite issue can be drawn to a very very thin line. Research your game before you play, put some pride into your game, because 7 others depend on you for it. And if you have thoroughly researched the fight, who can say that the elites know everything? There will not be anymore elite VS casuals.
Respect PF requirements
If a PF states "cleared personnel only", won't it be obnoxious for someone to go in fresh and waste the time of 7 others? Honesty works actually. I've seen T5 parties fill up in an instance. all was written on the PF was "Newbie need help for T5". I was 2nd in the party, and the party was filled up in less than 10 mins.
I only want to go in blind
Sure! Make a PF yourself. If you are not a natural leader, often people will step up to the leadership role to lead it for you.
Well, if everyone is honest, I believe people will be less obnoxious. If people were less obnoxious, people will feel more compelled to be more honest. What goes around comes around!![]()