It would be interesting if instead of a whole bunch of different commanders, each player could make their own using preset chassis, arms, torso, and head, along with some modifications for those parts (I.E. different shoulder pads, legs, or vents on the back or head) These changes would have no in-game purpose, other than aesthetic value. Maybe have certain parts locked off (I.E. those that would make the two backer-only commanders), and certain parts unlockable, IF and ONLY IF there is some sort of achievement or trophy system, which I think was rejected anyway, so probably not. Might as well get any possibilities out there anyway.
Just realized the thread I had found on search wasn't just talking about stat customization for the commanders, oops. Sorry Brian! My bad!