Excellent post, caesium, I agree that there should be focus on non-DM gameplay and non-instant return CTF.
As for reflex, an in-game map editor sounds amazing, Hammer is so unwieldy.
Anytone else notice the gothic themed concept is based on a CPMA map?
I like the movement techniques, and I'm getting a big Warsow vibe.
But FDA's point may still stand: how many people will stick with it?