First off, it really doesn't cost much to get the dlc. This is coming from a younger player who doesn't have a job and who's parents don't just buy them everything. Second, you can get to level 31 buy buying vendor gear, which is available whether you have the dlc or not. Third, the rocket thing? Really? Groups should not require you to use rockets against aetheon. Lmgs are better for him unless everybody is using Ghallahorns. Lastly, just because certain areas are in the game doesn't mean they were completed, maybe it just makes it easier to program them later if they have the basic areas in. (That's just a speculation tho) but seriously, why wouldn't you get the dlc? Some people are willing to spend like 20$ a month for most "pay to play" games with subscriptions. I think 20$ every few months isn't too bad.