Quote Originally Posted by AphraelAmarantha View Post
Also another thing to think about: you can't get to optimal DPS if you are failing mechanics. Knowing mechanics come first, then you can work on optimizing your rotations.
That doesn't mean you shouldn't not try to keep your DPS up while also learning mechanics. Throughout my times learning Lakshmi EX, Susano EX, V1S and V2S, I always made sure my DPS would always be decent, while at the same time keeping an eye out for mechanics. It gets you comfortable with the fight much quicker, too.

As Arrius said, if someone were to harass/be toxic toward you because of a parser, then you can easily report them and the GM's will be quick to toss them into gaol. Blame the player, not the tool.