Honestly, I don't see why people have so much beef being on PLD. I know everyone has to have a NIN these days BUT I don't feel like leveling NIN. Sorry. And i don't feel like leveing WAR either. i have my 5 90's and I have enough gear where i can function quickly and still fit into most situations.
I was helping farm KI with a buddy, he was a NIN and we have been farming Briareus and now Sobek. My PLD can Proc Polearm, Sword, GreatSword, Club and Staff. He can proc, Katana, Dagger and Great Katana. Only leaves Scyth. And I have a decent set and skill so I have been effective in a duo on the small NM's. I guess I am also hoping SE just might give us old PLD's a upgrade by 99.
I know NIN is all bad ass and "the way to go" but honestly, there are plenty of things a PLD can still do...