NSF the reality is that they do join. Another reality is that some join knowing about the manipuation but thinking that it is exaggerated, while others think that any job is worth it - whatever may happen. Others have no idea. Ryanair knows and exploits this. It is called "the market" and Ryanair consider it has its own morality, driven by the greed or desperation of those who wish to apply. The reality is that there is nothing much that can be done about it, is there?