Wow, this thread seems like it got a wee bit outa hand... might be better for all of us if we try to settle down now will we? . Lol. Yea, I've spent more time playing WoW than ffxi lately because of constant fighting but it really is alot better with friends (the only reason i haven't and won't quit ffxi actually). Personally i'd recommend just one or two playing characters and just focus on them though. That way you can expierience new things.

P.S. I didn't know you that well so i just went with the info from the others above.