I can agree in some part to the OP's post but also realize SE has much bigger resolutions that need implimenting first. So in saying that, the Fire Faire event was a blast! The new Dalamud event is easy as hell so it's great for newer players just getting into the game as it gives them a quick easy sense of accomplishment. For those of us who have been around since release we may go "meh" but you can look at it from another POV as well.

While the first events lacked in lore and creativity over all "ringing bells" it did provide I thought nice gear to an extent. As time progresses like with any MMO XI included, the events will get better as will the rewards but in the mean time, it does give you a nice break from the regular grind/craft grind/leves we all seem to complain about doing daily anyway.