...even if I'm trying to step outside the box as it will and RP something different

You mean like going on improvisation?

Big tread you opened there Kaerli. I never RP-ed before joining PS and i must say that i don't really know for sure what is RP-ing.
Tho i don't understand how we can actually plane in advance how your char will be in a few, along his/her "development". Isn't PS a giant improvising party, based on our char background, or is it a already a written novel (so predictable) that we are playing day by day ?
A bit off topic tho, sorry about that.

Maybe you should try to RP with "new" people, some you aint used to RP with and that will open new challenges ?

I am not saying to make it so someone can max a skill in a day. From your post, it sounds like you think my wish is to make players max immediately when they enter the world. This is far from the truth.

I wasn't implying anything Eatuck, i maybe makes it look "big" just to go more directly to the point 
I recall when i started PS, i took herbal and was so proud, starting to imagine selling my potions on markets, training leatherworking and planing on doing the same. I very soon discovred that most of the current players were level 464894849 in both of those Skills, able to craft 300Q goods. I was completly discouradged by this for a long time.

You do are right on that point : "Players can't be retained"
The tutorial makeover is maybe a step toward a better already.

But honestly, in each and every MMO of this planet, the grinding do is boring most of the time. But once again it's a game, with more or less goals to achieve (goals that YOU and only YOU fix).

All of the other "fun" stuff that maxed players can do (helping new players, holding events, role playing) can be done just as easily without being maxed.  If they're not doing these things now, what's going to make them suddenly start when they hit the level cap?

Exactly, that's the point.
I don't know if you would enjoy more the game beeing 200 in a Magic Way or in a combat skill. But if yes then it's your goal and work hard to reach it ? And i can assure you that i am the first to grumble and sweat while training lol

If you want more RP, create it! If you want more events, the same. That's my opinion. 

A old lady dwarf wrapped in an past fashion self-made dress approach the bulletin building in small steps, her hairs tied in an high bun, pince-nez stuck on her nose. Winnifer read the last news , her face almost pressed to the board, eyebrows raised in astonishment and shakes her head : " The Ham..... this must be an error !..."
She sighs, mumbling about an urgent visit to a certain Rheos and finally nail the bulletin she's carrying.

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Bonifarzia Borunthar strikes again.  This past week-end, Hydlaa Arena has been the theater of a new Champion Cup. Spectators came from all over the Dome, causing Gregori, the manager of the Arena, some maintenance difficulties.
The finest of the top level's warriors registred for this prestigious event :  Hirene Penifur the almighty of the Family organisation, The Brown Way Mage Wolferz, a complet contingent of the Way of the Hammers Guild and the multi-champion, the great  Bonifarzia Borunthar. After an intense battle where her terrific axes has the last word, the majestic Ynnwn went back home once again with the Cup, in the name of the Order of Light. Like a spectator said at the end : " Boni stays indisputable but i think her opponent should come more prepared. "


The Fishes invasion. The day after the cup, the cleaning team of the arena, drived by the eccentric Lono Fett, struggled  under the challenge : " We saw many curious things in here, but this... never yet !".  A large quantity of fishes, not always fresh, was dispersed all the over the tiered seating above the champion cup pit. To the express command of the Vigesimi Amidison Stronghand, an investigation has been opened.

* Lumi is honored by both Esanor's words and Bonifarzia kind intentions

Thanks !! 

It's a good idea to have 2 different people, one to "RP" the event by announcements and comments on the matches and one for Referee. Might even add some more fun.

And i agree with Caraick, thanks for hosting this Boni 

* Lumi lend her Hammer to Roled to " Nail the date" 

Bringing Food, sound good to me. I will look up for this and spread the word in Kitchens to bring all kind of meals =]