Hi all, this is the first MMORPG that im actually subscribing to - I can't get enough of the atmosphere, characters, lore, the list goes on and on...yet since i have no experience with MMOs, the amount of content and choices a player can make are staggering & my head is swimming with options.

right now im a lvl 8 marauder in gridania. I see people crafting, and after some research it seems really neat and something I can become obsessive compulsive about. What's the purpose? Where do the items you make go? What are the differences in questing between a crafter and an adventurer? What would be the easiest way for me to learn?

Also...I HATE PLAYING SOLO! i get so jealous when i see people exploring together...I want to have someone to talk to & grind with, but all my tries to do so thus far have failed. Any noobs like me interested in hanging out? I'm in besaid - but i'll switch servers instantly for a chance to chill with you (if you show me how)