Guild Wars 2

I currently have 8 level 80’s, and I have been playing since release.

I recently added my newest addition to my characters, a new Guardian. I crafted to 47 today before deciding to go do some PvE. To my amazement EVERY trait was locked.
Do I really need to complete content to unlock basic traits?

Why on earth do you get access to the first tier of traits early on, if their unlock requirements are aimed at later in the game.

I mean.. to unlock “inner Fire” a basic 2 point trait you must 100% Lornar’s Pass. That takes roughly an hour in good gear and around 40 combat.

I understand you can purchase these traits.. but even the basic ones are 2 skill points and 10 silver each. That is rather expensive for those new to the game.

I really hope I’ve misunderstood this whole new trait system. Because, if I’ve understood it correctly then I’m extremely disappointed by these changes.
I completely understand you want people to delve into PvE more, but going from a system where all traits are unlocked automatically (provided you buy the books for higher levels) to having to grind countless hours for basic traits is beyond reason…

Why, oh why?

I believe one of the adept traits for rangers was 100$% map completion in frostgorge

IMO map completion is fine for unlocking traits I just think it should be level appropriate.