Ultimates need to be easier going forward

[Threneras]

History demonstrates that this theory is false, as third party tool usage has been a part of the game for many raiders since well before Ultimates even existed.

The truth is that there is a culture around using add-ons for MMO raiding, and that culture has affected FF14. Players have never needed add-ons to complete content, but that doesn't stop players from wanting the leg up that add-ons provide. The problem you're describing isn't one of necessity created by the game, it's a problem of culture created by players.

Before Ultimates existed, third party tool usage will get you kicked out of free companies... Now if you don't want to play with someone using a third party tool doing TOP you'll be kicked out instead.