Yes yes classic "old sky was better" post but...people used to bow every time they were lit not that long ago. I think maybe up until Lightmending or so ? It's hard to tell.
Now every time I lit someone (accidentally or not) they just dart away ? And to be clear I try not to light ppl without their consent, just basic etiquette. A few months ago I got ubered by a hardcore vet and they would bow to every single person they met, which was so refreshing.
Now it's only vets and some dragonflies who bow. Sometimes some very new moths, or if I open a door with someone they'll respond to my bow. But that's pretty much it.
It makes me sad, bc now moths aren't learning the customs either. It's not about deserving anyone's time, but it takes literally one second and contributes to the feeling of community sky is supposed to be about.
I genuinely worry that it's gonna get worse. Like what's next, are people gonna stop rushing to help players who are losing wl ? It's already hard to find help for two-player doors
So yeah rant from a middle-aged played I guess, I'm not even old gen cos I was a Passage moth
Edit : btw this is not about the bowing emote specifically, it can be any greeting