ok,I could be 100% wrong with my ideas, but I am concerned that newbies are getting too much thrown at them. I know when I started, I felt overwhelmed by all the info given to me so quick. I just wanted to roam around and discover things for myself.
Deciding if and when to get papers for a house and riding the subway seems to me that it should be a choice, not a requirement. And only allowing certain levels to obtain the Card Carrying Qualification feels like adding more pressure to get it done quickly, rather than at your leisure.
Again, I could be wrong with feeling this way. Some may feel that these are important. I just know my experiences and that starting a totally new game with a lot of information made me feel a bit confused and overwhelmed in the beginning. Just want to make sure newbies feel more comfortable doing things at their own pace. Maybe one day clicking on your rock will also bring up FAQ's- just another thought.