Bottom line, Final Fantasy never required grinding for the player to progress through the game. It was always just play through the game and you're bound to be at least close to the needed level. Why should XIV be any different? Just because it's an MMO?

I'm sorry, but FFXIV shouldn't have to take on level grinding just because it's an MMO and they can't think of any other way to go about it. I feel this is one of the biggest drawbacks to the entire game, and it certainly keeps me from playing.

OP, thank you. That was very well said!