Does Anyone Still Play Final Fantasy XI

[Axxon]

I just bought the game. I've never really played an MMORPG before but I want to give this one a try. I've already started a character just to fool around but I haven't done anything yet.

It occurred to me that it'd be a lot more fun if I knew someone on the server I was going to play so I thought I'd ask if anyone is still playing this game and for those who have, is it fun?

I am looking for a fun game to start out with and this wasn't the only one in the running by any means but $20 for the game and all four expansions sounded like a great deal. Are there any better time sinks out there that maybe I should consider instead?