Quote Originally Posted by Rukkirii View Post
I see you guys want to be able to spectate events such as raids! While we are currently looking into making this possible for coliseum events, so those that are not brawling can watch on and cheer, we do not have any plans to introduce this for battle content such as raids. The main reason is that we believe some players do not want to be watched by others as they play, and also there is possibility that unwanted videos or screenshots crop up.
Disappointing. It's nothing special to be able to spectate a "Coliseum"-type event. That's generally the point of that type of event anyway.. why else call it a coliseum? Much like Pankration in XI had a spectating option, in which interest died out quickly...

It was a chance for ARR to stand out against competition and future MMOs who wouldn't want to take on whatever challenges were associated with bringing a spectator mode to a wider option of endgame and PVP content. Saying the main reason for not even attempting it is 'you all don't believe some players want to be watched by others as they play' is quite a trivial response. Especially as many suggestions have already incorporated a solution to that by simply having a prompt to the party leader or vote by party members.. not to mention I'm sure SE could come up with their own ideas... if they wanted too.. Or what about the players that DO want to be watched as they play... Nah, I guess SE would rather just continue sticking to the norm.. Good luck with that.