Everything that has been changed in CF since the code was originally written makes it different than it was originally intended.

If we're just debating changes in the game based on what was important to the person who originally designed something (like randomness being defining to the shapeshifter class concept), then I'll just stop debating or suggesting changes. Because, that is not only a ridiculous basis on which to make changes, it's impossible to know without speaking to the person who designed shapeshifters.

I suggest changes based on what I think would make CF more enjoyable for people who play CF, thus making them play more and not quit. And I firmly believe that it is the only basis for which changes should be made.