People want new content. Things that make them say 'Oh that sounds neat. Maybe I can do x'. These things don't have to be major changes such as Scars work on Enchanters that seem close to entering playable stages, but rather a variety of small changes that can make a big impact.

I think the work of Ishuli in Silverwood is a fine example of a small change that can go a long way. Very interesting flavor to a high traffic area. I would think and hope that maybe this is something Heroimms are currently doing, in place of or as an aside to current areas. Adding more to the more bland areas of the game IMO is more preferable than a bunch of new areas... though I do think goodies need thrown a bone with some smiting evil eq with Team HellXplorz in full swing.

Minor additions to classes. This is so key in my opinion and I don't see any of this happening. Add a macalla every month or two. How often do you see theorycrafting on builds etc. It generates interest and motivates players to play. Add to what is there! The oldguard did a great job building this up, add to it. As someone who programs, I know for a fact that some kinds of macalla wouldn't be too much work, while others might take some time but the fact remains this should be happening.

Shapeshifter forms, I can't believe we haven't seen new/modified forms. The success of Umiron's halloween forms was huge. Incorporate them into the general pool and add a new ones/modify them on a regular timeline. I would personally love to see a shift to D&D bestiary than animals. Otyugh or Cobra. Hm what's cooler.

Thieves, add some skills sometimes, tweak others. I think thieves should have wands at the end of the arcane path (including sleeks ). Add some poison ingredients, trap ingredients etc. I know some poison ingredients were added, including in some newer areas like Aturi Timberlands, but little things like this can add alot of variety.

Shaman, add a new path once or twice a year. These are fantastic and IMO one of the best additions to CF in a long time. Completely overhauled a class that was somewhat static and predictable.

I think you get the idea, maybe have certain imms in charge of developing ideas for each class.

Alot of diversity can be added through the dreaded 'E' word. I think Daevryn had the thinking with adding batches of these to keep things fresh. I do agree with the removing edge points for PK, however not for exploration. I think you need to replace the lost edgepoints with static gains by level. Edgepoints add flavor and make each character feel unique, similar to macalla, shaman paths etc. This needs addressed.

More immortal interaction. This is significant. There is a reason the mud follows Ishuli. Because she is willing to interact and be part of the player community. I can't remember the last time I saw Destuvius (not meaning to call you out) visible on who list, spanking imperials for being lazy etc. Which is really unfortunate because Destuvius is one of my all time favorite deities. Deormdel was great for being a part of things as well but I really believe that the staff as a whole should follow the lead of Ishuli/Scarabaeus/Raltevio in being visible on the who list, showing they exist and encouraging players to roll up followers etc.

It's the little things and I think every staff member can/must do these to keep CF afloat. If you are jaded and tired of these things, you should probably move on. I think the onus here is on the staff in a lot of ways and they need to rekindle that energy that new imms have like Ishuli. I hope Malch, Venara, Whildur etc are ready to roll soon. We need fresh blood.