Quote Originally Posted by Onisake View Post
there is a drastic jump in difficulty for story fights begining at the magitek vanguard fight. but even that fight is pretty easy and can be duo-ed by skilled 50s. I myself trio-ed it with my 50 mnk and a 44BLM and a 44 CNJ.

From what i can tell the fight is balanced for a group of 45+

Compared to In For Garuda Wakening (Easy Mode) which is balanced for a group of 40s this fight probably seems pretty daunting.
Fixed a couple things for you. I was very confused at first reading your post.