I quit Live EQ in 2002 and I can guarantee that very little boxing was going on. Probably under 5% of people would do it as their primary play style. I led a raiding guild back then so I suppose I have a solid view of what people did.
First, leveling up a second character to 65 (I think the limit was) wasn't taking a couple weeks like today, it took many months for the common folk. So only the most hardcore players would dedicate time to do it.
Second, additional account would cost additional subscription money. Also, adjusting for inflation, $15 in 2002 would be about $20 today.
Third, you needed a 2nd comp and comps were expensive back then.
TLDR: Boxing is evil.
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