I didn't read through every single post in here, but I agree that PLD should indeed be the paragon of tanking. I was wondering something though, not having PLD yet myself: What about Blissful Mind for recovering MP? I'm kind of confused as to why SE chose to keep that particularly useful CNJ action as CNJ exclusive, considering PLD will be using as much MP as they are now.

I think this+the above suggestions would make PLD the ultimate go to tank! Please SE {Can I Have It?}.