Another update. I'm on Day 11; two days to go. One thing I've learned is that alot of the side-quests and especially the "Canvas of Prayers" can be completed while you're routinely running around the four main territories; especially Dunes and Wildlands. The ones that probably take up the most time are the those that involve searching for NPCs like the Moogle one or herding the sheep. To this point I really haven't used much guidance; either by videos or written guides. I'm planning on getting the official book after I finish the game on Easy mode.