Quote Originally Posted by Queen Anthai View Post
Am I remotely anywhere near where I should be level- and equipment-wise, or should I just download a walkthrough and start over?
It's pointless to worry about your Levels and equipment unless you find yourself dying all the time. If you're staying alive, you're doing fine.
This is my first time playing in a MMORPG-like battle system. I am not all that good at it, but I'm starting to get the hang of it. If only Vaan was faster, I'd be happier.
Battles go much faster once you have a full party of three members.
Also, is there any purpose to the elemental Stones that are dropped occasionally, other than to sell for gil?
The Stones are just a form of loot, the sale of which will be your foremost source of income. You'll be getting a lot of it.