Absolutely not, and far from it, around level 35 or so, I dunno.
Checked, 32.

Still though, if they deal as much damage as they do, why are they level 25? And not level 225? (Irony intensifies)

For reals though, I'm not actually complaining, just want to get that cleared up. Asking a genuine question, that's all.

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Keep in mind, I have logged in for maybe 5-6 days, where I played more than average.
Evolution, no, as previously mentioned.
Affection, barely started, 6* at 50%, does it matter what you give them? Like their favorites or whatnot?
Gear, I could, but it wouldn't be any good gear.
Tutorial, I should have, but that would be long ago.