*sigh*
This REALLY hurts to say this, but I do agree with the BoPs to a degree... since the change, I have flown with my squad of 12 guys (usually 3-4 are on max) less than ever. Last night for example; one squadmate is in the EW, one is in the MW, and 2 others are in each LW arena.
The change really hasn't fixed the hording; last night 2 squads totaling 25 guys killed FHs and moved like a steer stampede, never flying alone and never staying around when the fight even gradually turned against them.
(here is where the landgrabbers won't like me)
However, in the old days of one big MA, or today, there isn't a need to move about in a horde numbering 10 or so. Simply put, scattered fighters on seperate channels aren't going to be able to put up a defense. Or worse yet, milk-running tons of undefended bases is incredibly laughable.
What I like best about the change is the fact the smaller arenas create better attitudes overall since you can't hide in the numbers, so to speak. I've had some of the best fights I've ever had in the past 2 weeks than I've had overall in the past few months.
(and here I'll make more enemies)
I also feel it is the fault of the newer players for not wanting to learn ACM but still want to feel as though they contributed something to a success of some kind (aka hitting town buildings, strats, etc). I'm not sure whether or not it is because our Trainers haven't answered the call or because these new players are unwilling to put the time in to learn. Maybe the learning curve is too steep, maybe some of the younger players want instant gratification, but its obvious they aren't gaining any furballing skills and because of it have no furballing interest.
So, imho the arena change is a good idea but it won't change the way the individual plays unless he has an example to follow or strife to become.
