in regards to the dipping mechanic-I see pretty widespread feedback that dipping was a bad addition to the game. Not just because it's tedious, but also powerful to the point of feeling like an exploit-the Everburing blade *is* a good magic weapon, with the sort of magic effect that *is* better than a mundane +1 effect. it's just that dipping trivializes it.
I wouldn't be so extreme on dipping. I think its main issue is how easy it is to trigger and without any downside. The candle trick is just plain cheap and silly, fire dipping should be restricted to more specific situations that aren't available anywhere, anytime and on every weapons.
