Some interesting points. I think a lot of the RPers would perhaps just like a bit of a clearer picture on what they can and cannot influence.
Obviously incursions are going to happen no matter what we do. BUT, it might have been interesting to have a few branching story lines to that end-point, with room for intervention and changes along the way.
For example perhaps the severity and locations for incursions could be direct results of how well each bloc 'performs' during the lead up Actor events. So say, the Amarr-bloc fails miserably to stop a major attack, and the Republic stops their attack cold, resulting in a larger and more frequent incursion into the Empire after patch launch.
It's a tough subject, we like to feel that we can have some impact on the greater story, but this is generally not the case. Anyone who remembers Jamyl dying in space during the last player-driven succession trials, and then having her retconned onto the throne can attest to that.
I do have to say on a side note, that I"m extremely happy for all the old-school Sansha RPers, it must feel fantastic to be getting so much PF love from the main storyline, and getting a chance to participate. Very happy for you all.
