I first got into this game in Stormblood, and chose monk because that is the class I always learn to in any game that gives me a choice. Played it, and enjoyed it. In comes Shadowbringers... and I still enjoy it, especially with all the new tools we get. I tried other jobs, but I still prefer monk. So I agree with everything in the OP.

Including the armor. Not a fan of the Eden set...