Quote Originally Posted by Kaethra View Post
A Parser lets a static group get more information in the same way. If they aren't beating a DPS check, they can then look to see who is under performing. If its a gear issue, thats easy to see. But what if everyone is the same item level? Do you take every individual to an instance and time them on boss fights? Well guess what? You're parsing by doing that.

All a parser is in reality is a stopwatch and a calculator. Sometimes its a spreadsheet too.
No a stop watch is an essential part of an athlete's program a parser is more of a quality of life thing. Nothing wrong with parsers at all but don't come on here selling the idea they are super essential to playing this game.