Yeah, good point.

I actually started a challenge that is no stat junction. The rules are :

1. No stat junctions
2. Only junctioning GFs for access to commands
3. Magic and summoning IS allowed
4. No equipping +X% abilities (kind of like stat junctions)

I'm trying to keep at a low level to make it easier...I'm at level 8 right now and I'm at the SeeD ball.