Hate hearing Halo players talk shit, thank god for parties.
You know, I've hate to have that experience yet. I'm not saying those guys aren't out there, since you've obviously experienced it, but I'm actually pleasantly surprised that after three days of playing the beta I haven't had that problem yet. Of course as more people get their hands on the beta, or I just play around more, I'm sure it'll change. Then of course when the full game launches.
Last night I got to play one of those games modes where it was Elites vs Elites and that was pretty cool. I really like how they actually "handle" differently then a spartan. It was a nice change of pace.