There is just something deeply uncomfortable for me about entering Fairhaven only to be stared down by a marauder who is just casually chilling at the local bar.
Now, I understand that capitals are located in low level zones. But the guards being no threat just feels wrong. There are incredibly important lore figures in these cities - namely racial leaders. And yet, they are protected by guards incapable of doing their job. From a lore standpoint, this makes no sense.
I'm not saying that cities should be indomitable fortresses. But a single high level player could easily conquer them on their own and that's a little silly.
Now, I understand that capitals are located in low level zones. But the guards being no threat just feels wrong. There are incredibly important lore figures in these cities - namely racial leaders. And yet, they are protected by guards incapable of doing their job. From a lore standpoint, this makes no sense.
I'm not saying that cities should be indomitable fortresses. But a single high level player could easily conquer them on their own and that's a little silly.