As mentioned in almost every other post, the Construction skill has many useful points. Making teleport tablets that save you two or three spaces for food or potions is very helpful to anyone! Also the teleportation portals in your house are very helpful. Sure, they do require a bunch of teleportation runes, but in the long run, it's worth it. Now with the introduction of Lunar Diplomacy, it's even more helpful. Also, houses are mainly a fun thing. You can invite your friends, have your servant serve food to the hungry guests, play games, challenge your friends in the dungeon, it's all good stuff. POH's and Construction bring you and your friends closer in a way, so no, Construction is not pointless. - AK