[quote]The [i]only[/i] way ascension would work in the future is for the Etheric Light equivalent to be as rare as something like Crux of Crota, only available after a long period of conquering the new endgame content.[/quote] 150% agree. For me, just the [i]possibility[/i] of being able to upgrade my gear would be enough to make my efforts feel validated, and would help diminish the feeling of being "forced" to start moving in to different gear.