"Job XXX only" parties

[MeowyWowie]

As long as you aren't second on the hate list then going as ARC should be fine. You stand in the same kind of spot as the mages. People want LNC because it's easier.

We've tested this and confirmed it to be false. Cracks don't target 2nd person on hate list. They can even appear in the middle of nowhere.

I'm not even sure you could beat Ifrit in a pickup party, it requires too much organisation.

This is what intrigues me too. I really can't see pick up groups ever defeating Ifrit. Many LSs are still struggling with it, and they try time after time, usually with the same people.

If you're the type of player interested in "endgame" events then you should have a dedicated linkshell for them. Don't rely on pick up groups.