I work my way up to
fantasy xi power level, then die and get knocked back to level 4. Comments on forums regarding this article have been pretty positive though. People are saying that fantasy xi power level has reminded them a lot of themselves when they started - annoyed perhaps with the inflexible fantasy xi power level and the lack of clues the game gives about what to do, but compelled by the atmosphere and sense of accomplishment to go on. People are recounting their own newbie stories from up to six years ago as well.
Most people who play
fantasy xi power level also agree that games that hand everything out for free like fantasy xi power level cannot hold their interest for very long. The people who play fantasy xi power level generally do so because the dedication required and accompanying sense of a accomplishment are more fun for us than getting to run around easily defeating anything that comes our way.
Both games are all about leveling grinding. You could go to a moderate level somewhat fast in
fantasy xi power level, if you knew what you were doing. If Hardcore or not, in fantasy xi power level it'll take you at least half a year, even with friends.