How is flying a mk. 1 fighter not playing the game? Please explain. I'm confused. I didn't think they were available out of the game...
Anyways, would you mind citing some examples of people being 'forced' to join official factions?
Again, it seems what's been suggested the most so far (restriction of capital ships) is being overlooked by some. No-one is saying 'no capital ships for indies', that I can see. Just that they'll need an official faction's permission to fly one.