This idea may have some holes in it so feel free to find them. Two of the biggest issues with WvW seem to be queues and coverage. This idea would address both.
Battlegroups. We can come up with a new name but it’s based on the battlegroup concept from [another game].
Top tiered servers would be grouped with the bottom tiers, with two servers being grouped all the way down the line to the two middle tiered servers. For example:
JQ/AR vs SOR/DR vs BG/GOM
TC/ED vs MAG/DH vs SOS/SF
etc
To address queues, each map would have overflow servers dedicated to the servers in that match. So everyone plays, coverage is addressed, queues are addressed. Points are still assigned from main servers and overflows.
Cons: Server pride and rankings may be affected. Not sure if this is compatible with Leagues. Overflow populations may not be perfect. And….???
All I know is that the queue system is really bothering me and just about everyone I come in contact with. As are coverage disparities.
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