To be fair I just want classes developed into alternative jobs. I would like to play Archer but not deal with annoying Bard Music mechanics, or play as a Rogue and not Ninja. Would be nice if over time we take these classes in different directions. It's never happenning but I would like it.

As for people not equipping stones, I've never had an issue with it, sure they are missing stats and skills but I've never not been able to complete an instance with it. Just let them know they can scoop it up whenever.