DISCUSSIONS on “Rules for online games in HoMM3 and formulas for calculating player rating.”

In my opinion, awarding rating points for submitting save files is nonsensical. The rating should aim to accurately reflect a player's skill, not deviate from it and, albeit subtly, turn into a tool for managing player behavior. If we follow the logic of awarding rating bonuses, we could also award bonuses for eloquent writing, good behavior, or even pretty eyes. Regarding possible objections – that the rating doesn't fully reflect skill even now (including my own position in the winter rating), I'll respond – all the more reason not to make things worse.
Moreover, I have no doubt about the good intentions of the authors of this proposal. I'm simply suggesting that we clearly distinguish between the rating and "perks" for being good.