http://massivelyop.com/2015/08/13/albion-is-aiming-at-an-eve-like-metagame/
The Videogame Backlog has interviewed Christian Ziegert, who is the head of operations atSandbox Interactive and who is responsible for the fantasy MMO known as Albion Online. The title is described in general terms, and the piece provides a good jumping off point if you’re curious about Albion and its player-driven mechanics.
Ziegert expects Albion to feature a lively metagame much like EVE Online, “where guilds and players are involved in heavy politics, espionage, and treason in order to progress and increase their power and influence.” He goes on to explain how almost everything in the game is crafted by players, though mobs will drop consumables and resources.
There’s a lot more to the interview, too, including bits about Albion’s full-loot PvP, endgame PvE, and crafting.