I find this whole topic very interesting. I have yet to participate in a D&D venue (although I do have beginner dice ready to go at a moment's notice) but employ that character sympathy to every game I take part in. Even in Yu-Gi-Oh! I try my best to give my monsters a fair shake. I don't sacrifice unless I absolutely have to, which often is my downfall but at least I walk away with a clear conscience knowing they did their best.

But I find the timing of the subject notable, considering the circumstances, lol...