01 - When not in multiplayer, there's no reason for the game to not be able to be paused.
02 - I like the superhero-like animations, but I do think that there should be more realistic ones.
03 - I'd rather see a changing alignment system more like Fallout, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Mass Effect, etc. than a set alignment choice, unless they make each alignment interesting enough to choose.
04 - Haven't noticed that.
05 - I'd also like books to give bonuses like Skill increases, spells and more damage or defense against creatures.
06 - There's a lot that I'd like to see added, such as weight, height, muscle, posture and tattoos/scars for body and face.
Sliders to adjust those and face features would greatly improve and diversify character creation.
07 - Loot does feel somewhat lackluster at the moment, but I'm not sure that throwing equipment everywhere is a great solution, since it might devalue the loot found in some difficult to get to areas.
+1 This really sounds interesting ... especialy 03