Yeah, I think you put your finger on it. They tried to create an RNG-based loot system that would work for their entire audience, so someone can play for three hours, or a half hour, and feel rewarded. The problem with that is that they touted creating our own legends. Not only is that not the case as most high-level Guardians are clones, but to randomize shaders ensures that even if you do look different, it's due to luck, not your own accomplishments. Although, ranking up a faction to 22 is pretty damn impressive. That dedication though.