The problem with min-max isn't that some folks might do so from a hobbyist standpoint. The problem is that, being realistic, most folks do it because other games have trained them that they have to whereas in EQ it's complete fluff. EQ's a very loosely-tuned game. Virtually all "group" content can be solo'd or duo'd. The small advantage gained through character creation min-max in this game serves virtually no purpose in actual practice. I do not tell a hobbyist min-maxer not to do what he enjoys; I tell a regular everyday player not to bother with it because there's no need to do so in this game. For most folks, selecting their character race based on appearance is by far the most important long-term consideration.
Danth
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