Would it not make sense to add half of the game due to there only be a couple categories already, including 100%, all flik tokens, grain, etc., which is full completion of individual aspects to the game. And saying that we should just deal with it and go to the IL board is different than what we are asking for, when we are suggesting a whole new category extension for the first half of the game it would make a lot more sense than something as random as levels 3-7 or 5-9 for example. When it comes down to it, there’s not much effort required to add a category extension, especially for something as reasonable as the first or second half of the game as it would make sense especially when starting out speed running this game. It can help to get used to mechanics and also make shorter runs. Especially due to some of the later levels being run killers, it can help make for less pressure on a shorter run like this. And also if we take a look to lower on the leaderboard we can see how some runs took an hour or more because of these later levels. Just like how you say fun is completely subjective, so can be skill. Just because it CAN be a short game if you execute the skips flawlessly doesn’t mean everyone has the time, patience, experience, or practice to do so, or even just the ability to even be that good at a game, even if it can be easier for some people like you. I think what we are asking for is completely reasonable, especially in the aspect to newcomers to the community like us which could be an awesome way to welcome new speed runners in general to a smaller community and game.

I actually agree with heyxo. He makes a point that the first 6 levels are quite a bit more fun than the rest of the game and make a great subcategory if you’re starting to speedrun the game! Also, the fact that the game is already short shouldnt prevent a new category extension from being established, since there is already a category for the 100% runs. My point being, there’s no point in not adding this category extension since it is a great way to start speed running this game if you are unfamiliar with the mechanics. It is also great just for a short and sweet run if you aren’t feeling like beating the entire game. It’s also much more fun in the first 6 levels.