I've played this game since 2004. I've been several different races and explored several areas. Even with this amount of play time, I'll be the first to admit that I haven't done everything there is to do in this game.

One of the things that I absolutely adore about this game is the way skills work. The game gives you access to certain skills through your profession, but there are plenty that can be learned and gained through other means. Your profession doesn't limit your character and it is encouraged to switch professions once you hit the capstone. But back to the skills. Let's say for example that I want to learn forging. I could find an NPC who teaches it or join a profession which opens it up or I can roll the dice and debate an appropriate NPC. What's more, is that I can improve this skill through practices (called pracs for short) or simply try the skill over and over. Both are feasible ways to improve the skills.

The player base is one that is super helpful. If you are stuck in a bad room and can't get out, typically someone can and will help you out.

There is a lot of room to roleplay here. Player killing is allowed, but typically people will have to have good reason. In a lot of ways, you will find people teaming up to fight the monsters instead of fighting each other.

I cannot stress how much fun I've had with this game. Every six months or so I will hear its siren call and feel the need to spend hours upon hours in this environment that has been lovingly created and curated by fans. Other MUDs simply pale in comparison.