Ok so you want to play here you need this things:
1. Competitiveness=lots of money or some of this guys
Example:
http://i67.tinypic.com/2usagrs.jpg
will eat you for breakfast.
2. Lots of patience=24/7 Bots(HunterKits) to lvl to 115+20 to at least have something to fight with.
3. The right class to PvP or PvE. Some classes are great at both even OP at both.
4. The right Gear costs $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ if you want to be at least optimal or play in the new Dungeons.
5. Be in one of the big guilds to be someone.
6. Join the guilds drama and who bans who first.
7. Real life is a myth Rohan is all in life.
8. Hacking, cheating, RMTing is part of the heavy spenders daily life. Ohh and don't worry your wallet speaks louder than your actions :)
That is at least what when I'm asked how is Rohan I answer with.(Didn't add anything about GMs here cause you know what ill say, no offence Karazy >.>)