Yes, but with MMOs, especially the way AL is designed, you don't really start the game until you've capped. All the content is geared towards end game. The current leveling curve could work if there was content for all levels.
However, since there's not, either content should be designed for all levels so players can enjoy leveling and not feel it as much of a grind or the grind should be heavily sped up.
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