Yes, I also play Cardfight Vanguard in real life. I run a (pretty crappy) english Kagero deck as my main, and an un-customized Narukami deck.
As for the anime, i agree with Digi. Vanguard doesn't "rule the world", but it is still important enough to make a show about it.
I can't wait until Vanguard becomes more globalized, then more people around my area may play it.
I completely agree and understand your prespectives
But i must say that other then pokemon vanguard is one of my favorite things to do right now!!