power leveling will not kill the game. nobody is forcing anybody to power level so you and for friends can take your time. i know this because, i don't power level and nor do my mates and we get on just fine.

you do bring up one good point OP i remember all the "will you leave now you have to pay" rage polls that came out when we were told about the subs that are coming. it would be intresting to do a poll see how ppl feel now they dust has settled, but on the other hand would it really be a good idea stiring up that hornets nest again?