Why? What good reason is there to be shackled by bad ideas, bad design, etc. Not saying that’s what Dark sun has, though I’m sure it does, but there’s always a good chance to make things better.
The funny thing is, and people seem to forget this. DND combat assumes even when you’re moving or being attacked you are actively trying to avoid being hit. You are dodging slightly pairing somewhat. It is built into your AC.
What was the built-in fan base? I’m not a gamer (haven’t even played WoW) and I assumed it was a new game from scratch. I don’t realize it came from another property.
Work should be developing the software but working with / licensing with software developers. It is about pushing the IP / brand not internal development
I don’t know about D&D as a whole, but 100% disagree with regards to 5e. We have had the most fun playing 5e and I wouldn’t trade that for all the other TTRPGs combined.