Just a thought that popped into my head... 1. Re-enable all access quests. 2. Automated check on a regular basis* for currently active characters** how many access quests completed. 3. At some predetermined point***, issue announcement that next level is imminent; allow time delay **** * -- every [ 30 | 60 | 90 ] days -- ** -- those logged in within the last [ week | fortnight | month ] -- *** -- eg [ X% ] of currently active characters have unlocked [ Y% ] of access -- **** -- [ 30 | 60 | 90 ] days -- Benefits (off the top of my head): automated background checks mean less ongoing resource diversion to maintenance no need to distract busy Norrathian citizens with immersion-breaking voting system no need to discuss mechanics of voting system (cf worries IRL about corruption of online vote results) those who wish to unlock next level of content have a nincentive to assist others with their access quests and thus may assist grouping -- but could also be a double-edged blade if newer characters are bulldozed into rushing content they'd rather take more leisurely; might need to address flaws in mentoring system so that content can't be trivialised by ubermensch, (cf 'powerlevelling' and associated nonsense)***** ***** one of my favourite hobby-horses Thank you for listening.
