Be that as it may, ropa, the reason W:A has survived this long is because of its versatility
This, is spot on.
Totally agree with everything you are saying D1.
I want to add that being an all-rounder way way way back "then" in the HoS/TEA era was only 3 schemes, not that impressive compared to what people can do today, not to mention the fact many players appeared better than they actually were thanks to DON.
I believe the very best BnG/Roper/Elite players of the past 2-5 years are more skilled than back then in the HoS/TEA era.
Sure, there were MORE really good Ropers & BnG players & Elite players, BUT, back then the maps were easier, the schemes were less advanced, Elite tactics have advanced & been mastered more, BnG is on a completely higher level of skill, the Roper maps people used to play on back then would get laughed at presently.
I would put my money on my peak BnG skills vs anyone that ever existed during that era, Mablaks peak roping skills vs anyone that ever existed during that era, and Mablak/Random00's peak Elite skills vs anyone that ever existed during that era & there is no doubt we would wipe the floor with them lol, at least I choose to believe that.
I've played all the best players and honestly don't think there was anything so special about the skills of the 1st 5 years of WA players for the 3 main Classic schemes (except for Warmers).
The ONLY thing I think has got worse over the years is Warmers.
Why can't people just accept these "classic schemes" just don't cut it anymore, I cherish the fact I played those schemes, I will never forget being a part of that era, it was special, it was fresh exciting & full of awesome people and so many competitive players & honestly a huge part of my life!
But this is 15 years later lol !!! Just like Elvis Presley & the Beatles went out of fashion, although still have their loyal fanbase, the majority of the population will follow fresh & exciting modern stuff ! Regardless of anyones opinion, just because it might not be YOUR perfect idea or opinion of competitive gameplay or skill, doesn't make YOUR idea or opinion correct.
I said it before and I will say it again, you CANNOT force people to like things, they must choose for themselves.
I am SO glad Free League schemes are becoming more and more popular, finally I can actually find interest in this game again
Free League schemes will dominate one day, in fact, they already do ahahaha !!!