Thank you for your insight! This probably explains then why I feel more affected at lower levels but you are right. It makes sense that a consistent increase in damage via Confietor may bring more value to the team if you already know how to maximise your defensive play (which I don't lol). I hadn't looked at it through that lense.

I agree though, I did/do like PLD fulfilling the role as the defensive, persistent class. It's a job fantasy that's very fun to me.