While some form of open PvMP would maybe draw in some new players, it would quite likely drive away more players who want nothing to do with it.

As far as Rohan and mounted combat, yes it'll be great to get there, but Turbine can and should take it's time. Now that we've crossed the Misties there is a great big war unfolding in front of us that doesn't necessarily require us following in the footsteps of the fellowship...

@Sorithal Scholars can make paintings, they just ahven't added any new ones in some time.