Tis ironic that FFXII was the best of the series, atleast to me, since FFVII.
The battle system was far more innovative, although similar to KOTOR. The gambit and license system reminded me of FFT, one of my favorite FFs.
Ultimately, you are entitled to your opinion, as yours is in the minority. Many many people thought FFXII was the rebirth of a stupid series (I hated FFX, btw, and I've been playing FF since 1 came out in the US).
If you want turn based combat, go play Lost Odyssey when it comes out, or buy Blue Dragon now. IMO, FFXII makes me want to buy a PS2. The game was phenominal.
Also, if the game is easy, try some of the hunts @ lower levels. The hunts made the game sweet. You spent 20 minutes on the cactuar? It took me about 3 minutes to beat him. I guess you've never played a Final Fantasy with a catuar before, eh?
Back from the dead, I'm afraid.
