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Hi, this thread is directed ONLY at the devs, but you are free to share your opinion as it is a public thread. Please don't ask the devs other questions to take away from the OP. Thanks .

I was just wondering, as far as long term game play goes, what is the plan on keeping people involved long-term? For example, most people don't stay with the game (except those who are truly devoted) for a year because chasing the same pinks can tend to get a bit repetitive. Has there been any discussion as to implimenting skills such as crafting or long term goals not applying to leaderboards, pinks, or cash?

My second question applies to what we all dread to know more about...Pets. Will they help us in combat? How will they be obtained? Can you supply any information or is it more of a spoiler thing?

My last question is when is the estimated date the auction house is probably going to be released on? I haven't been keeping as up-to-date as I should, but I know before summer it was expected to come out towards the end of summer. Is there any estimation of what month this update may come out, or has it been put off to a much later date? I've been wondering the same thing for the "house" update, where you can own your own space/room. Thank you VERY much for your answers, these are a few things I've been wondering for a very long time.