Transformations vs Stat Increases

[Sasuke Uchiha]

You also have to consider cost when trying to determine what is best for you. For instance, the first two stat increases are relatively cheap, the third one a stretch, and by the fourth one there are definitely less expensive ways to become more efficient in fights. Also, be careful not to discredit stat increases, for stats determine how powerful or not they are in a roleplay. For instance, if your speed is less than your opponent, then they are faster than you. No getting around that, and their difference in power could give them realistic advantage that couldn't be ignored by a judge. Example: You're opponent would have been further away from the blast than you, due to his speed, so in this attack you would have taken more damage. Etc, etc.

Could a super move or transformation have saved you in this same example, sure, but would you have the sp needed? Depends. This game, ultimately, is about balance. You need to find the best balance for you.