The skilling is the worst part of the game. As far as leveling goes, the grind does not truly begin until you enter 140+. Whats good about this game is that there is no need to have to pass through 140+ since classess are entirely gear dependant, but a few or so levels might help in the stat department. Cabal is one of those games where it takes a LONG time to progress, unless you get lucky of course and find something of extreme value. If you do not have months and months of time to sacrifice, then this game is not for you.