Though I do think that trials could be tweaked to be obtainable for more guardians (without paying someone to get them there), I would disagree with this solution. I am just an average to slightly below average pvp player myself. Part of that is the fact that I am a 42 you father of two boys who also play this fantastic game. And also battle the physical deficiencies that come with type one diabetes. And I by no means want anything handed to me. In my years I have learned to see things from multiple perspectives. So I like to think I can see some possible compromises in most situations. This is just an idea, not perfect but not bad for either side. What if: Trials was matchmake connection first with skill base second. But up to 6-0. After 6-0 your team was put into a pool of other 6-0, 7-0 and 8-0 teams with connection being favored. Lighthouse and loot would be obtainable with 9 wins on the card. But flawless, which would still be stupid difficult, would net you an extra lighthouse drop and maybe some shakers and emblems that are flawless specific. Yes, that would mean you could get there with a 9-2 card. Though, with this format I would like to see boons go away. So you would have to win 9 of 11 matches. I think this would still be a great challenge but yet obtainable. This would also allow the best of the best to still show their accomplishments. And keep the integrity of flawless. I do believe something like this would see a growth in participation in this game mode in stead of the steady decline. Could be more fun for most, not all of course. Can't make everyone happy. Anyway, just some food for thought.