I think the AI is as good as its going to get until new AI are released.
im talking about code written by the team, not just improving the AI (which is out of thier control.)
I did read in a previous update that some tweaks were being made to try and make room for more future characters. I hope that goes smoothly. I also wouldn't mind rp combat, I generally just make my character an asshole or just keep poking Gareth, Oriana or Darian for combat rp. I would like to see a character that is openly antagonistic towards the PC, some more conflict would be interesting.