I personally like ATOW better . Destiny though far more simple which I like . went too far that way . All character's at least initially is far more cookie cutter Identical with very little variation. Trying to get a ranked Cappellen is tough Citizen and Rank but no connections or title or income . I was hoping for a better designed and considered new RPG .
Some elements like plot points and narration I can see was going for a game tone and tempo was the only feature that would appeal to people new to role playing games but is somewhat out of sink with older players .
ATOW is a little too complex but you can do things to reduce it . And you get alot of difference in individuals . For me I like starting players as established characters veterans 28 year old Clanners and 31 year old Inner Sphere. Give them 6,500 XP using the life paths as a guideline as to what they should have . With the Age chart bonuses it is not bad . Max 500 pts of Complications . Starting characters vehicle and Custom traits cost half but must increase equipment trait to reflect how advanced the tech you are accustomed to using .
