Level Syncing isn't the best solution

[Skivvy]

GW2 works insofar as it doesn't let you just clear the whole map. A synced down level 80 is still outperforming a player at level 20 even when both get synced down to level 18 for the area they are in. The additional skills, traits and equipment upgrades make a world of difference.

I apologize, this is probably on my fuzzy brain this morning, but I'm not following the bolded part up above. But yeah, the gear/learned traits/advanced jobs do make a difference. I imagine that would be the case for XIV as well, but if* tuned correctly, I don't personally see that being a huge concern.

*I realize this is a big "if". I don't have much trust in SE to fine-tune things properly. :X