Everything the OP said is accurate, with the exception of a lack of patience. I absolutely rushed to 50, then ended up helping other players get geared up. But if I didn't, I'd be right where he is. And by "rushed" I skipped some text and played intelligently. I didn't utilize any exploits, find the absolute fastest way to level, or faceroll through every dungeon. When people claim taking their time is the right way to enjoy the game, they're full of shit. Everyone plays MMOs differently. There is no right or wrong way. And MMOs are definitely catered to endgame because ultimately everyone ends up there eventually and it's all about a grind to get the best stuff -- which at present provides few options aside from grinding your balls off in AK and getting dat mythology in before Monday. And Coil, if you have an extremely competent, well-geared group. Everyone has the same weapon, the same armor, and the same goals. It's not exactly a mind-blowing variety. The OP might have been a little abrasive and pissy about it, but he's right. I help people to avoid posting the same exact shit he did for me. Otherwise I'd punch a kitten and uninstall the game.

Regardless, the bottom line is, if you're not level 50, you don't know what the f--- he's talking about.