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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Mark" data-source="post: 1321094" data-attributes="member: 5">I think it is worth noting that if a system is in use, it is up to those who stand to benefit from that system to do what they can to do so.  Nevertheless, I believe that often those who benefit the most wind up doing so as a byproduct of their other goals.  I do not think the word "abuse" applies in this paticular situation and I further believe that people should refrain from using that term so broadly.That said...Ultimately it is up to James and the RPG Network to determine their goals are being met by the lists being generated and displayed on their pages.  If they are, I would suggest that the lists should be left as is.If the goals are not being met, then it is incumbant upon them to more clearly identify the goals and determine is there is a more effective way to achieve those goals by making changes.  If I understand the goals that have been expressed thus far, I do not think that there is an effective way to implement changes to better address the current goals.I would suggest that leaving the system as it is (or was) would be the best choice.  If a change is to be implemented, my suggestion would be a rotation of three types of lists; one that remains as it was, one that uses total dollar amounts as a primary parameter, and one that uses a review system (be it the one in place on RPGNow or another) as the primary parameter.  Keep in mind that there will always be ways to exploit any system, if someone takes it in their mind to do so, and no system will ever be perfect.Just my own thoughts on this subject...</blockquote>

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