@static_recharge ok good cause I was running the random dungeons and all and was getting just 1 crystal on each of my character so got me wondering if I can even get more great to hear
The harder the content the higher the reward for crystals. If you're just doing the random normal then you'll get only 1, but doing a vet pledge gives you a container that can contain anywhere from 1 to 10 for example. Weekly trial rewards give you 5 each week you complete them.
If a player you know or someone in your guild has a transmutation station at their homes, you can use it there without the need for the DLC. Transmutation stations can be bought either with vouchers obtained from Master Writs or directly from the crown store.