My thoughts on the H2H and CS.

[K K Rossokolski]

I agree on the points issues raised by Medlinke. Previous discussion on this over a long period has lead me to believe that a significant bonus would be an incentive to playtesting. Allowing a game to be counted as a ladder game would further help. Not everyone is here for love of the game only. (I for example like being in the Top 20). That may revive H2H, but the rewards should be significant...testing a game is much more than playing it. This IMO has been resisted by the hierarchy.
I would go further than Medlinke in the lowering the scenario qualifications...we are not vetting people for jobs in national security.
Nor are we recruiting for astrophysicists..... I think two results of 5 or more...a pass grade is enough. As for designer recognition..why not..a badge for 5 scens passed through a revamped H2H.
This should ensure the scen meets the requirements of basic QC and playability. How the scen performs in the gaming world...we the people...the market... will decide.