Some players might be online, but not available to perform actions that might be needed of them from the legion. I know a lot of times I have had GL open, but not using it, and people waited for me to do things while I wasn't paying attention. If they can see that I'm busy and cannot perform actions, they can get things done quicker by either asking someone else, or preparing that action for a later time.

This is comparable to something like MSN Messenger, with its multiple "presence statuses". While we don't need 10 statuses, a busy one is definitely needed.

or just be like every other person out there and ask if you're there on the legion coms.. if you dont answer in 5 minutes. YOURE NOT THERE. quit suggesting minor busy work for dan.

"Afk. Back in 10."
Problem solved.

Also isn't there an idle anyways?

there sure is.. not sure what the timer is for it, whenever i go to look, i always say online but i think its 10-15 min.