Yes, there are people that do quests and read/follow stories behind them.
Some of quest lines are actually very nice.
But not all quests work. And some of them must be done to get access to next in chain.
For example:
- in FB51 there's no Wyvern (or any monster). Can't do Book of Misfortune and few others.
- In FB59 there are Tokens of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire and Earth, but you can't dig them.
- ...
It would be very nice to be able to finish quests. Some people like them.
Thanks for your attention, and understanding.