PVE vs PVP in World of Warcraft

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There is so much to accomplish in World of Warcraft few people can do it all if any at all. There are 2 major options when it comes to playing at the higher levels. I've seen some people ask, "Should I Raid (PVE) or PVP?" What someone is really saying is which is more rewarding?

Why can't most people be good at both, PVP and PVE?

There is an enormous amount of time invested in both options. 

Most people don't have the time to do both even if they do play "all the time."

There is a different thought process between the two.

Pros of Raiding:

• It's Fun.
• You build great online friendships.
• You get the thrill of accomplishment.
• You get to experience new content more often.

Con's of Raiding:

• You are usually locked in for 3 to 6 hours that night. 
• You have to show up.
• You spend countless hours waiting around for people to be ready.
• It can be aweful repetitive if you are stuck on a boss.
• If you work, you are probably going to lose sleep.

Pros of PVP

• It's Fun.
• You build great online friendships
• You get the thrill of accomplishment.
• It easier to step in and out play.

Cons of PVP

• You are going to die.
• Most likely there are many people better than you.
• The grind for adequate gear can be tough due to the number of times you are going to die.
• People on your side are going to whine and complain alot.

So, which option did I decide to go with? I mostly do PVP. I used to devote myself to raiding but that option just caused me to check out from my family. I was never around during prime time hours because I was stuck in a raid. I always felt like I had to be there to get invite back in the future.

With PVP, I feel less constrained to my computer and have more freedom to come and go. In addition, I have always felt: who cares if you can down the last boss, if you are going to step outside the instance and get murdered by everyone?