I can't believe they've listened to basically everything
I took a long break and have been reading everything they've done this year, and getting back in the game. Amazing stuff, I can't believe they've listened this thoroughly.
I love that they finally streamlined the UI somewhat. Being able to toggle off other people's customizations. Removing vis wax. Nerfing daily-scape. Removing Treasure Hunter is obviously the big one, but auras too I think is fantastic. Even the loyalty points!
Visually upgrading the old areas I thought was a pipe dream they would never spend resources on. Rebalancing early game stuff, likewise. Decluttering is something I personally remember wishing for. Seeing that word even mentioned in the road-map makes me happy.
I appreciate everything that hasn't been removed outright too, but trimmed down and simplified. Such as daily challenges, some Distractions and Diversions, and many combat abilities.
I don't know what the general sentiment is since I've been gone, but if it isn't complete euphoria then I'd be baffled. Thanks to the current devs.