lucien

I think adding bonuses that allow for avatar tweaks is wonderful. I play Guild Wars and get really ticked off when I see the bajillion-th look-alike.

As a female player, yes these things matter :). Adding something fun like the ability to customize after the initial build may help broaden playability for fashion conscious men and women. As long as it isn't a requirement, like going to the bathroom in SIMS (so much for my wanting to play THAT), I think it will add to the enjoyment of the game as well as the diversity.

Now, I am not saying players should be allowed to change *everything,* like your face (cyber cosmetic surgery). I mean, your toon should still be recognizable for who she/he is, but to change the little things would be fun.