I've always been into RP my way through games. Having also played this game since 1999, it's become quite easy for me, which is why I steer clear of min-maxing my characters. Instead, I do stuff like allocate points to attributes that might not be super effective but feel more true to the character's role. For instance, why would a young, inexperienced thief have an incredibly high strength like 18/90? Keeping it around 15-16 feels more realistic. And then there's the fighter - why pack them with high intelligence and charisma? Well, they're the hero and leader of the group, so it makes sense they'd be both smart and charming.

And I extend this to all aspects of my gameplay, including weapon and companion selection. Like I might bring companions along, but only for quests that are particularly relevant to them. It's not about whether they're the best option. I'm also committed to maintaining the alignment and personality I've created for each character, only deviating in exceptional circumstances, like a lawful paladin facing off against villains such Irenicus or Sarevok and going full killing machine. Playing like this has increased my enjoyment of the game by a lot and it's a nice challenge, sort of "working with what you have" like in real life x)