Advice from high levels/veterans, losing steam

[Tzeriel]

By the curve I just mean being at high end. Not bleeding edge raiding, but hunting for REAL gear, maybe hitting the planes once a month or so, just being able to be a real character. This sub 40 stuff is not at all fun and I'm sick to death of doing it.

[Scikala]

I know what you mean, and honestly if this was an actual time line you wouldnt be having that thought...because the market wouldnt be flooded with high end Kunark items/cheap prices.

I still love Uguk and for the first time did Kaesora and loved that. If you keep doing the same sub-40 stuff it's going to suck. That's just fact. And if youre so focused on the higher level stuff....you're going to get bored of anything that wont get you there ASAP.

[Raavak]

I didn't really start having fun groups until I was high enough for Castle Mistmoore really, 30s. The occasional Unrest main room or FP group, but those were more miss than hit. Always seemed like 1-2 members were perma-afk every single time I got in one of those and it got old. That doesn't work in MM because shits starting to get serious and people have to start knowing their roles.

[Quineloe]

It's funny how people insist he tries red, even though he already said he did for many hours.

[Tzeriel]

I've decided to stick with Mage. Does way more in a group than my wizard. Seems to solo better (Read: Not more efficient, but safer), seems relaxed, research seems challenging. Also I'm not sure I've ever seen more than 2 level 60 Mages, so that's nice.

[bomaroast]

I'm sure this has been said, but i'll repeat it: don't force yourself to play a video game if you don't want to. There is nothing in game which will be any fun if you're not excited about being in game. Also, you don't owe anyone your time.

[cries4hardcore]

I kind of had this problem when I was a kid back on live, but even ten I eventually settled into my main and progressed. I have to agree with the poster before me, it doesn't really sound like you are enjoying the game that much.
If you like your bard, then play him. Fuck whoever tries to discourage you. And ignore our self discouragement. I mean, getting to level 18 will take you what? A day? And that's just solo kiting. The class is good in groups, which for me is the reason I play this game. You are barely scraping the surface of content because you keep basically repeating the nooby zones. Get on the bard and move on.
Also, you won't need your epic to enjoy the game and get groups in later levels. Having said that, if you decide you want to dedicate the time in the future to join a hardcore raiding guild, I'm sure they will help you get said epic. But that is quite a ways away. This game has so much more to offer than just end game content. If you focus too much on that you will not enjoy all the other content Norrath has to offer when it is level appropriate. Quit focusing on the destination and enjoy the path that takes you there.

[Hollywood]

Originally Posted by Tzeriel [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I've heard the "play what you enjoy" etc etc. I'm just in the doldrums. I log in and just stare at character select. I love playing here. I've tried all the classes I never tried on live. The past few months have been narrowing it down. So now here I sit, 5-6 classes I enjoy. Have a 14 Magician, 19 Monk, 12 Rogue, 14 Necro, 30 Wiz, 13 Bard. I just don't ever know which one to roll with. I've managed to stop robbing from them to gear others, I'm set on each one to make them playable. The question is, to veterans, how do you get out of this rut? How do you force yourself to nail down and play 1-2 things? I'm not in danger of quitting, I love the server, I just wanna get back to the content I enjoy.

By doing something else. Even if it's computer or gaming related breaking up your EQ play time can work wonders. You could still play a similar game but with different people - maybe something more fast paced and quick fix thrills. Or switch genres and play with persons from P99, so you can enjoy trying out new games.

How about a musical hobby?

[Dragonmist]

I have this same problem I enjoy Ranger,Warrior,Cleric,Rogue,Berserker,Wizard,Mage, Monk

I dont play bards,ench,sk,pally,necro,druid,beastlord,shamans nearly as much or at all

Anyhow I havent gotten very far highest char is 35,followed by 19,15,14,8,and some level 2s

The main reason I havent really kept to a single char on P99 is because its been around for a longtime and Velious hasnt even launched yet so there isnt really a fall behind category just a hobby waiting for me when im ready to log on and spend countless hours doing whatever whether it be pilfering around,raiding,grinding,farming,doing epic/ armor quests etc.

[Fame]

You get the vp key?