Quote Originally Posted by Averax View Post
Think of it in lore terms. Everyone has their own Aether, and whether or not they choose to use or build on it is up to them. That MP bar is really a constant reminder that you decided not to use magic, and instead decided to use brute force, and it wants you to feel bad.
It should be noted that Eorzeans, and really all denizens of Hydaelyn can use aether to augment their physical abilities, regardless of birth. That's how full blooded Garleans like the the various preators we've encountered can keep us with us. It isn't just martial ability.