it appears to me that you guys base a number (or the characters level) on any given players skill... Just because they are a higher level doesnt mean all hope is gone... some ppl play poor and can be stomped no matter the level.... some ppl play well and will stomp no matter the level... this system (while having minor flaws such as talent difference) is perfectly fine, and i feel as if you guys just need something to whine about. Btw im only lvl 19 going against those 30+ lvl characters, sometimes i die, sometimes they die... sounds balanced to me.