[Messianic]

The argument whether vent is classic is moot. It's neither classic nor post-classic. Classic and post-classic are more appropriate to apply to features within the game mechanics, client, etc.

A technology separate from EQ that was only used in a limited capacity back then is very commonplace now. That's the only difference. If you think it ruins your immersion, don't do it.

But if you're going to argue that players may only use comparable technology that only existed back in 2000/1999, are you going to pull out your Pentium 3's and roll with 32-64 GB's of RAM? Because it took me 90-120 seconds to zone during off-peak hours back then. It takes me about 10-15 seconds now. That's a major advantage.

Are you going to go with dial-up if Broadband wasn't available to you back in 2000? Because to many, it wasn't. Broadband is all over the place now.

Are you going to put away your 25" widescreen LCD and pull out a 16' white tube screen that puts a crapton of stress on your eyes?

Vent is merely a technology innovation that makes coordination easier. It has nothing to do with EQ itself.