FFXIV:ARR is a game where small numbers matter at end-game.

I had a blm that joined through duty finder wearing BLM AF (perfectly acceptable), but EVERYTHING else was level 22-32. And I mean main weapon, waist, earrings and accesories.

Our party quickly pointed that out to him. Most of them were a bit too rude doing so... But I calmly explained to him why this wouldn't work.

On that matter.
- Was it still possible to win? Yes, considering most of the other had very good gear to probably somewhat compensate for it.
- Does anyone want to go through with it? No, because it feels insulting to the rest of the party. Who put time and effort to prepare for Garuda(HM). And nobody was prepared to carry that one lazy player through garuda(HM).