Reading the OP and all of the alternate hypothesis in response is laughable. Every nerf is part of Bungie business decision to keep people engaged and playing the game, most particularly the lesser skilled and newer players. That's mathematical fact. Pvp has been necked down for 2.5 yrs toward a more forgiving, neutral middle ground played on a shortened field......for most folks.....in order to manufacture an environment for increased probability of success. Mathematical fact. The last nerf fest widened the skill gap for the masses and narrowed it for the elite. The newer and less skilled have never had it so good. Bottom line: if you can't compete now you'll never be able to. There's no more help left to give. There always has, and always will be more skilled/polished/experienced players in this shooter, which is more challenging than others out there. Period. There's a very loyal base that has, and will continue to stay ahead of the curve regardless of what changes come down the pike. It's not about bad game mechanics or any other excuse.....what's really going on is folks get out played and reach an ability plateau they're unhappy with, then try to place blame everywhere except their own shortcomings. REMEMBER - we're all swimming in the same water. There's nothing prejudicial about the game mechanics. Bad news for the folks that complain. There's very high probability you'll continue to be punished in D2, D3, etc.....because the loyal pvp'ers will be returning. Have fun out there.