Importance of Fungi for monk?

[Gumbo]

I think it has something to do with how Monks are supposed to keep a very low weight and can't carry much in gear. A Fungi Tunic is light in weight, only 2.0 and can be worn inbetween combat so it's the perfect healing factor for Monks.

How long did it take you to save up 15K from making/selling javelins is what you should be asking yourself? If it took you only 2 weeks then keep going and you'll have a Tunic in no time. If it's taking you 2 months then it's going to be a grind...