You offer a very interesting perspective. I think the 4 of may want to join a more active guild so you can climb the ranks in GW. DruidsVale is recruiting! 
As for signing up, not playing, and still getting a new troop? Personally I really like this aspect of guild wars 
I appreciate that the developers are giving everybody a chance to get some of the benefits.
We are two days old and we are close to maxing six statues!
NowayJoe2Go