The only tactic most rpg users play. They never buff themselves or debuff the enemy. While the game might not intent this type of gameplay, it ends up this way.
Melee rpgplayer: Argh! Why cant I defeat this enemy? I heal and I heal, yet I keep losing.
Tactical rpgplayer: You might wanna try raising your strength and defense while lowering your enemies. This is a tactical game, stop treating it like a Melee RPG.