I fully one hundred percent agree with SirArtemis.

I honestly feel like Althanas has become less about writing and more about gaining exp, gp, ap, and cool little badges. Which, don't get me wrong, I like those things; but it feels like quality writing and stories have been pushed to the side - it should be the other way around.

I totally understand making the AP system to help lighten the staff's workload. You guys put a tremendous amount of effort into this site and you all rock at it! However, with even workshops, which can be just as helpful as one judge's full judgement, also having a cost... once again, this site feels more like it's about awards than quality writing now.