The point of the game is to have fun. Stating the obvious, the sandbox is different things to different people. It is not just carebear resource growth for all. It can be roleplay, fighting, or joining a group just for camaraderie. (There is a freakish Orc out there.) I have to say I'm having a great time in White. Local White members coordinate attacks, including the small cities. We've had forum, irc, and mail comms going from day one. I'm not in the dark - I know what is going on and I feel part of the team when someone asks for help. When help was requested, it was with a disclaimer: Don't send it if you need it for your own engagements or building plans. It isn't all about our leaders - or all about me. I believe we enjoy White and we get to do what we individually want to do without overbearing restrictions.
I have to give Diablito and the management of White a bow for investing so much of their personal time in creating the group. I really appreciate their personal sacrifice.
So, yes, I'm having fun - which makes the game worthwhile. I would suggest everyone should be having fun or consider changing what they are doing and adapt to the point they do enjoy the game - whatever that may be...
Edit: Had to re-add - I obviously fail at copy-paste...