Even though you state that it takes ages it isn't nearly as bad as some mmo-rpgs where gaining a single level or aquire something can take even longer time. I guess this game is just designed so that if you wanna get anywhere as a "free to play" player you'll have to grind ( a lot ). That being said it isn't nearly as bad as you make the game sound; I just think this game maybe isn't as enjoyable for you.