How do you justify the amount of time everquest requires? How do you play the game?

[eqravenprince]

I'm a true casual player. I just realize that I will most likely never have the best equipment and I do not even think about getting to max level. Enjoy the moment is the easiest way to play as a casual. Adventure to new zones, help out newbies, start up crafting just because you can, fish, max out alcohol tolerance, go get some gear for an alt from one of the many empty mid level zones.

I try to talk to my wife before I start playing and make sure it's ok if I play for X hours. If I don't talk to the wife, I either solo or make it known to my group that I may have to leave at any moment. Generally speaking, I do not raid, it's too much of a time committment and hassle. Besides, I know I do not need raid equipment for doing group or solo content. Sure it helps, but not neccesary.