The issue I was addressing was primarily concerned about a map for NF. If all that was involved was the spotting of other players, I might agree; however, that is not the reason for a map. You could show other players' location without a map.
The map, at least for me, is for running around the frontiers without running into mobs, such as drakes, or heading in the the wrong direction. It is difficult for me to display DAOC's map on my screen and not have it block a significant portion of my screen. I prefer Xunleashed's map, I can display it without blocking my vision. If on the other hand, DAOC developed a better mapping system, I might decided to go another route. I don't see how a better map is going to hurt the game.
