Should I switch to p2p?
As someone who plays the f2p server, I am entitled to say, you should stay because there are ways of having fun without paying.
HOWEVER, as someone who has played this game long enough and read ALMOST every single thread on this entire forum... I am entitled to say the answer to your question is as follows:
If you have legitimate thoughts of playing on the p2p server and don't mind being a part of a group trying to grow a very low populated server, yes, the answer is a big YES. The server will more than likely end up saving you money and some frustration.
I typically try to stay out of the p2p forum, because I have not played the server and therefore don't have too much validity behind my posts other than what I have read, however, I do comment occasionally here when I see a reasonable opportunity to acquire more players to our gaming community.
I wish you the best of luck with your decision and if you decide to come to the f2p server, you can feel free to PM me about more information.
And now back to the p2p players information about all the other questions you have asked.