In my mind, Kovu stopped running them game the moment he lied to us, but that is not the point. Maybe he could just step up because he wants too, to be honest. Not to please people, since most of the people here don't know what they want -.- I think it's a select few who have solid ideas and opinions and those just aren't getting through. The "unhappy players" as such, whine and don't really give their annoyance much thought and then leave it an forget it.
I agree that he is no longer up to running this online project, and yes, I think Raz and the support team and maybe some dedicated members are holding this up.
And yah, Cloud, I agree with you so much on the Flourite point. People love the wings and the howl and roar. I have one character with wings, and I'm sparce with roar and howl, but the new emotions and actions are not missed on me either, in fact, I love them. I love everything that's been added.
I think Kovu hasn't got a clear mind, it's either he's feeling too pressured or not feeling bothered at all.
Either way, I think for the players who notice and appreciate it, the running cycle with be very much appreciated, as well as a fun project even if he didn't want to work on it personally.