bud....I think we are both saying the same thing here. I do not disagree with anything you have said in your second point. I don't feel the problem is as big as everyone thinks it is. Its just needing tweaked as it is - but masterworking gear should be the part that is impactful - ie part of the end game. Finding armour/ weapons you like and masterworking. Infusion should be the means/ journey to that endgame. Right now, both are mixed up but as I say, I think its an easy fix. Thanks for your point.