Thanks for all your suggestions.
RedFox,
I would like to give XC a more unique identity compared to XGM, and a changed battle system is one of doing that. The new XGM battle system, which I'm currently going with has some of the features you mention, though given in a different manner. And I'll think about some of the other stuff too. I do hope to have a more balanced and unique gameplay experience.
ME, moving the forum is up to Dime and other moderators, I can't pick where it is. I'll put up a download thread soon though.