Well then that's my point. I've seen these graphics around many times. Where though... IN HERE ONLY. They don't impress anyone out there. Or no one out there takes them seriously. See, you stated, "they're ignorant, you'll have to ask them" but no... it would seem you are ignorant to the reality of things. As.... those numbers and graphics SHOULD be speaking volumes across the blockchain communities... but they are not.

Which is why I align more with the collective.. that I DO NOT see this as a superior blockchain. Well, actually, the blockchain does have a lead on others with use case and proven performance over an extended period but the tech isn't everything. Clearly there are other factors keeping teams away.

That other factor might be the steemit team themselves. Vice actions would hint towards that seen as they chose the harder route. The relationship appeared to be soured by misunderstanding as them choosing to FORK the steem blockchain has a slight hint of "watch us play you at your own game". So I do wonder what lead to the split. When in the beginning the two were so chummy.

SAPIEN not choosing steem blockchain is simple. They see it as a corrupt existence and would not want anything to do with it with their version of "Rewarding User". I see their angle completely and don't fault them on that. It in fact strengthens my view of them as it demonstrates that they DO have a real desire to cater to the user. While there are many faults with their version, and clear limitations going forward, it's at least good to know that an alternative with admirable ambitions is in the works.

Because let's not kid ourselves. If you are a man of FACTS.
Then you can't deny that this steemit is very broken.
It's on it's last bandage actually. Specially with new players on the horizon.
It best strap up, stand tall and get in that fight for Social Supremacy.

The people exist essentially as a wave of refugees looking for a new Social Home.
It really doesn't take much in terms of promise to capture an audiece in this space.
The delivery of that promise is obviously important but steadily development is enough.

Steemit HAS NOT delivered on filling that void. Last years announcements mean nothing now. They need to become a reality or it will be a long road caching up to a new player that goes viral.