Quote Originally Posted by Berezo View Post
The only thing that they could do better for newer players is provide a path for gearing. Besides running into a random quest that might give you gear that you need, they could perhaps mainstream leves and actually have you select a reward. This would help a lot as I just find myself buying stuff through the AH for my gear, but then again....that does make for a good economy so maybe i just need to craft more.
Welcome to FFXIV!

There really isn't much out there as far as 'rewards' for gear go. The Market Wards and crafting will get you the gear you need for lower level. Some of the lower level dungeons will drop you some nice pieces once in awhile.