while also either removing the “Infusion” mechanic, or making it applicable to every armor/accessory, and less of a month-long grind to acquire, and possessed of no stat increases. Spend some time making the Ascended gear desirable for cosmetic reasons rather than going the lazy way and simply forcing players to acquire it to obtain max stats. Fire whoever came up with statistically superior Ascended gear and the associated horrendous grind to acquire it. Fire anyone who agreed with them. If you find that this leaves you short-handed, hire me to replace them. I will do a far superior job for half their salary. Stick to the original manifesto that drew so many players to this game and made it the success it has been.
Arenanet lies.