The one-player model is without a doubt the reason why P99 is the number one Everquest server. It promotes the social aspects of the game, and without that, you have no original EQ. There are lots of other servers that allow boxing. None are even 1/4 the real population of P99. Starting to get the picture?
The experience rate is very close to what it was Classically. Again, without this, you have people leveling up very quickly and becoming bored. The server is already top-heavy enough as it is. Classic experience rates are needed to promote grouping at all levels. Everquest is Everquest because you feel a very real sense of accomplishment when you do succeed despite heavy odds and time against you.
If you're actually complaining about experience at level 1, I suggest you find a more instant gratification game such as World of Warcraft. Oh wait, you're here for a Classic EQ experience? Then why don't you just keep trying and see what happens.
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