For all the "toughness" in previous Devils teams, the trophy cabinet is pretty empty. A faster, more skilled team is the way forward, especially with most games being played on large ice. People need to distinguish between fighting and toughness as thet do not always go hand-in-hand. You can be tough but not really a fighter.
As I have said previously, players do not get intimidated. They would not be playing at EIHL if they did. They would have been found out long ago.
The fighters have to have willing opponents. It is pretty rare for a known fighter to drop their gloves and jump a guy not known for fighting.
Like it or not, it is on its way out. Fighting in the NHL is down nearly 50% with no increase in other penalties as many suggested it would. Even the LNAH has seen a decrease.
I think fans will be surprised at how different the game is to watch on Olympic ice. Far more space, with bigger offensive/defensive zones. It is natural that body contact will be reduced. The way the make up of this team is, looks set up perfectly for big ice.