There are a number of problems with running everything by players. We've tried before (voting topics), it never really worked. From that experience, the main things I've learned is that people tend to pick whatever benefits them, specifically. Sure there are always people that think in the grander scale of what benefits the server as a whole but that is the minority. Another problem is that I don't specifically have a certain time when I can work. What I mean is, things are organized at different times and then coded during different times. If I had to run everything by the community, it would take MUCH longer. If the whole idea is to have people give their inputs on future updates then you cannot exclude any part of the community. You would need to leave the topic open for at least a few days, in that time I could have already finished everything with an expansion on the way. Also, a lot of the updates tend to have a "surprise" element to it. If you knew what was coming out that would be gone. That's secondary however. The point of the suggestion forum was for you to give us ideas as to what you want. We base all of our ideas off what you say and the arguments you present. That's why there are broadcasts ingame for it. Apart from adding features (not items), everything else is run by GM(s) (who play the server) or players I trust. If you want to have a more assertive role in expansions, don't cause drama and apply for GM. I cant' think of a single update in the last 2 years where I haven't consulted someone.