Hey guys, an update on what I've experienced.
In the first few weeks I have managed to get to the NavyBrig with my limited time. I have immensely enjoyed playing Naval Action, and cannot wait for the game to go into Open World. However, I do also see the argument that the players online are dwindling. When I first came online (a month or so ago) there were around 75 players online. Now, however, it has gone down to 25 players online. This means that the games are very small and very quick, or not even getting into a game and just having too do PVE instead. Letting in fresh blood would definetly increase the players online, as well as having the same class ship to play against, as, because I was late to the party, I have to play against Victory's and Santisma's. This makes learning to play more difficult than if you were just playing against your own class or a couple 'tiers' above or below your 'tier'. Anyway, that is just what I've experienced since I was allowed in after the pre-orders closed.
Thanks,
The Flying Dutchman