Normally I think this website is a great resource and tool for getting help with the game glitches and whatnot. However after today I'm a little disappointed in the staff.

As seen in this thread: http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/threads/49028-I-Lost-LS-Leader-Status it is clear that the issue is about not having a linkshell leader within the linkshell (relatively common glitch).

When we get to the last post, we see a moderator that says the following:
Thank you for posting your concerns about these two items not having the same Defense stat as the base item. I have made sure to submit all of your information to the development team, and they will thoroughly investigate this matter, based on your report. Unfortunately, I cannot guarantee that a direct response will be posted on this thread, but I do recommend checking Here or Here for any details regarding the development team's investigation. Thanks again for your report!
This is unrelated and a clear copy-paste mishap. I suggest that the moderators limit their copy-paste practices to prevent this from happening in the future. Yes, it means more work but it also means a more appreciative gaming community (which is very important for this game right now).