The current scenario is much more fragmented with numerous parties involved, making cooperation for a reset far more challenging than in the past. This fragmentation contrasts sharply with the earlier tightly-knit community which shared common goals, enabling easier consensus and action towards resets, which at times approached a level of near centralization.

A critical aspect under consideration is the requirement of hashpower to support the reset, raising concerns about the willingness and economic feasibility for miners to dedicate resources. Given the current difficulty levels and the costs associated with mining—highlighted by the utilization of significant electricity and advanced mining hardware—the motivation for miners to participate in the reset process is under question. The analysis on mempool.space indicates that most mining activities are carried out by unidentified miners, adding another layer of complexity to rallying support for the reset. The writer expresses personal willingness to contribute to the reset effort using lower-powered mining setups but acknowledges the impracticality and undesirability of using high-energy-consuming ASICs without clear incentives.

Furthermore, the paradox of needing to invest and potentially waste value to make the testnet devoid of value again is pointed out as an ironic situation. This irony underscores the fundamental change in the dynamics surrounding testnet 3, driven by prolonged operation time, evolving market dynamics, and the strategic considerations pertaining to proof of work. These factors collectively contribute to the anticipation that initiating a reset might be more complicated than expected, diverging from the simpler processes observed during the previous resets.