I like the system for the most part. Ya there are a couple things you can do to make it better, but I do like the fact that I am not only ranking up my class, but also working on my physical level and no matter what class I am on I am always contributing to that. I personally don't love the idea of being able to equip any gear at any level, but that is my choice and I don't do it. I don't like the idea of gimping myself, and I love working toward goals (including rank qualifications) to get certain pieces of gear. To me it is a reward when I achieve that level or rank to be able to put on something new. But, I guess that's the beauty of this system. People who are not like me can still equip what they want, while I can choose to play how I want to play.