Q: Most MMORPG worlds are full of elves and men. What do you think makes Lineage II stand out against a superpower like EverQuest?

A: Well, elves and dwarves aside, the style of the gameplay differs greatly. In Lineage II, players have more direct influence on the state of their world. The way those in control govern and ally themselves can change the entire economy of the game, even to the point of forcing player migration to outlying areas.

Needless to say, to reach this level of control takes a fair amount of teamwork, good planning with allies, and the ability or willingness to be ruthless.