This story is really underwhelming - it's opened to mixed reviews.

[xxmiamorecadenza]

If you removed the Warrior of Light from the story the story would not change.

So far I'm left with the impression that we're not meant to serve as the main character here. I'm witnessing the WoL being viewed merely as a 'companion' you commonly witness in JRPGs as opposed to the 'party lead'.