Every now and then i see peoples *defending* the game as not p2w and i find it realy funny.

The game is p2w. There no question about it.

Those *defenders* main argument is always the same. you can get everything for free with time. While true it still is an invalid argument. Time will not win u any pvp matches in the present. 500$ of magatama,refines,battlearmor worth of pure stats increase goodness will.
In the future you will catch up. Expect constant win in 2-5years depending on ur server. if u play that long.

Can the game be fun even so ? I would say yes. As long ur not expecting top 10 positions, thoses spots are reserved for the big spenders.

If ur a little competitive do like me :P rank 1-10 doesnt exist. it start at 11. XD