Started in November 2001 (with a 4MB video card) because I had to take it easy for a week after some minor surgery. I was bored and popped in the EQ demo disc expecting nothing besides a good laugh. I played the first night for 32 straight hours. Keep in mind, prior to this, I had ridiculed anyone that would waste time playing an online game where you killed friggin rats.
That first 10 days on the trial server was the best gaming experience I will have in my life barring major changes in the PC gaming industry.
Finally retired totally burned out in early 2010.
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