Quote Originally Posted by Bluetaro View Post
Because they could skip the content and just purchase the best in slot item?
You misunderstand me. What's the point of having 'best in slot' item, if you aren't going to do late- or end-game content with it? The answer is: there is no point at all. So, I don't see how allowing people to craft or buy great stuff is going to keep anyone from doing anything.

If they made a materia slotted weapon the best in slot when the Ifrit patch released I wouldn't even do the boss because there would be no point in getting his loot.
There already IS no point in getting his loot. There's nothing to DO with his loot. If you don't enjoy the process of getting it - and the challenge involved in doing so - you shouldn't do it.