...it is the first RPG where I can wholeheartedly ally with any faction depending on what character I create (and all of them being sensible kith beings).
I had basically the exact opposite experience. But at least Obsidian made a 'go it alone' option, and I respect and applaud them for realizing that not everyone was going to like the faction stuff and providing an alternative. I do agree about the DLC, they were very enjoyable.