build wise slate was by far the best place to build; maps really never went well with bricks. that being said they had a charm of their own and exploration of big maps by respected users was fun in its own aspect. mike's house, GTA maps by GSF, under construction, autumn pond, that desert highway map: i remember having fun just jetting around the map and looking for secrets
that being said, i am fine with them being gone; its just a shame that we lost that part of blockland's feel.