07-16-2012, 06:18 PM
I believe part of the motivation for the ranks being simplified was so that they wouldn't separate people as much. When you do that, you promote the mindset of "I'm a higher rank than you, so I'm better than you." As far as indicating who to trust, you really shouldn't rely on ranks for that. Overall, I would say that this new rank scheme is a better fit for our server's philosophy.