Well, to me it seems like about every rogue, mercenary and gladiator has gained strength bigtime. I used to be able to kill most of them, although with some difficulty. Now, I don't even have to try anymore. I'll get decapitated or otherwise dismembered in a few seconds. Getting tired seeing the death realm.

Seems like a wannabe mage needs to become a strong warrior before any training can be done in the ways.

I'll have to look for other ways to get some experience.