
For my part, I very rarely alt in games because I enjoy focusing on a single character and playing out that character's story -- trying to juggle one or more characters makes me feel like I am sometimes missing great opportunities for character action and development on one or the other. So, my focus is always on a single character.
As for martial vs. magic, this is my first time playing a magic-based character and I see it as a new challenge for myself. My character, Fenix, is a learned Black Mage and focuses mostly on slinging spells. He is a Highlander, however, and in excellent physical condition so he is very capable of throwing a few punches if the situation calls for it. He has very little martial training however, and therefore would definitely be unable to go toe-to-toe with a trained swordsman or pugilist. He is simply capable of defending himself adequately in physical confrontation if need be.
As for martial vs. magic, this is my first time playing a magic-based character and I see it as a new challenge for myself. My character, Fenix, is a learned Black Mage and focuses mostly on slinging spells. He is a Highlander, however, and in excellent physical condition so he is very capable of throwing a few punches if the situation calls for it. He has very little martial training however, and therefore would definitely be unable to go toe-to-toe with a trained swordsman or pugilist. He is simply capable of defending himself adequately in physical confrontation if need be.