In all fairness, I don't think in-depth applications are a bad thing. I get it - people don't necessarily like filling out forms! I certainly don't - but they serve an excellent purpose and help give a feel for an applicant.
If the application is followed by a trial period then that's even better - since it helps shape an all around view of the individual and whether or not they'll be a good fit in the long run.
As for mandatory use of a guild site? That's rather tricky. On one hand I agree that it's not great but on the other I can see the logic behind it. If someone is truly engaged with a Free Company then they shouldn't have much of an issue posting on a guild forum, especially if the atmosphere is friendly and all sorts of different discussions are taking place. It leads to bonding!
If the application is followed by a trial period then that's even better - since it helps shape an all around view of the individual and whether or not they'll be a good fit in the long run.
As for mandatory use of a guild site? That's rather tricky. On one hand I agree that it's not great but on the other I can see the logic behind it. If someone is truly engaged with a Free Company then they shouldn't have much of an issue posting on a guild forum, especially if the atmosphere is friendly and all sorts of different discussions are taking place. It leads to bonding!
