Seems I’ve been summoned.
I didn’t bother reading too far back so maybe I missed something but here it goes.
My build indeed focuses on a lot of defensive classes leading up to Inquis with Monk being the only offensive pick. As others have stated, DP is actually really good. It maybe do little damage alone, but when stacked with some debuffs from you’re party (or even just a simple Lethargy), you can already hit for up to 100k per punch (25k + Wheel). Plus it has a +25% strike dmg debuff… and all your attacks are Strike.
To whoever said I rely on my team to do the dirty work, that is half true. I lack a little on consistency but my DPS is actually amongst the top for most content and it is the top for prolonged fights (a.k.a 330 WB). Like all DPS carries though, I do rely on good support to boost my damage. Eles/Doppels etc. need Pass or Quicken. I need all those strike dmg debuffs. I have a few videos on Youtube if you want a glimpse into my DPS capabilities. Someone else just linked them here, thanks.
Feel free to ask any questions.