Anyone complaining that the pet gives an advantage is either nitpicking or is jealous of those who have it. Everything it does, there is a summoning familiar that does the same much more efficiently. Also, if I remember correctly, you can't have any of the three new pets out in certain areas (minigames, bosses, etc).
Those complaining about not getting the pet while having had recurring payments taken for x amount of years and how the loyal members get nothing, you can still get it. Go buy one of the cards, apply it to your account, and enjoy your pet. You'll still have your recurring price locked in as long as you don't cancel recurring payments, and you won't be billed again until your membership runs out.
Although I likely won't be getting this pet, its a shame to see so many complaints over "advantages" or how "unfair" it is. Too many people complain anymore to the point of idiocy.
Also, anyone who is just going to use the member since date under my name as a means to find a flaw in my statement, don't even bother. I've been playing and paying for this game longer than the majority of you anyway.
obligatory inb4mad
20-Dec-2012 20:25:27