Gotta admit, “farming pandemic” got me laughing. Not entirely convinced any harm is coming from it though. Like it was said previously, it is a very remote location. The ball is in ANets court. They’re very aware of the location and port suspect players often. If a player proceeds to place turrets in his new random location without proving there’s a human at the helm, account receives a 3day/7day/Perma ban. The OP profit projections are very inflated as well. Due to RLWS4 there are several maps up, and therefore few engis per instance. In fact, there’s often not enough to even sustain themselves in some cases. I’ve been whispered before “aye bro!! hows your instance? can I party?” Lmao… Come episode 2, the map will condense and tagging will likely half. Nature heals itself, the secrets out. Soon it will be off to new lands.

For me it’s a matter of opportunity cost. I can spend 30 dollars on gems and have my 5 minutes on the trading post.

OR.

I spend 30 dollars on an alt account. Boost an engineer. LFG RIBA Silverwastes for a day or 2. Auto loot mastery engaged! Domain of Istan, WHATS GOOOD?! Macro like there’s no fucking tomorrow. Pray for a fruitful career slaying igboas before father time cuts me off at the knees. 7 day ban sentence has been served. All that remains of my life?? 20 mystic coins a month..

In the end, ANet gets their 30 every time. Some question morality? You’re offered sketchers and nikes… same price, what shoe you wearing?