some questions before i start ... :)

[Absynthesis]

hey, i'm download RO right now and i'm really excited to try it out.. just a couple questions to save me the hassle once i start:
...whats the max level, and on avg how long does it take to reach it? i'm tired of MMOs with 8 months of grind before the fun starts
...has anyone maxed out their character yet or it too difficult (or RO is just too new)? if no, whats considered high lvled?

thanks! cu all ingame (70% of download to go )