I think another problem is the TR gets an amazing PvP kit right out of the gate with their available skills, while other classes have to wait a while. I know my GF was less than optimal (couldn't do my "job" of sticking to squishies like white on rice) until I hit 35 and finally got Threatening Rush. I'm sure other classes…
As a PvP-centric Control Wizard focused on Ice/Chill spells, Dwarf was a really solid choice. I actually rerolled to Dwarf from Tiefling, if you can believe it. The resistance to Repel and Knock effects is pretty good, as well as the DoT resistance. And getting two points to CON and WIS out of the gate never hurt anyone,…