Originally Posted by
Rhovan
First off, realize that you can move your stats around a few times for free in the beginning. It used to be for 30 days, but I think it's now until you are level 20. You can also adjust your skills during this time really quickly and as many times as you want. This should get you up and running and allow you a chance to find out what you like.
I generally recommend setting stats for TPs and hunting method during this early period and then choosing stats for level 60. Later on you can get bounty points or simply buy a fixstat to set them where you want (if you get that far of course).