A number of RPGs out there ask you to customise your character right at the beginning of the game.
This is obviously the best time to task about it, seeing as you (probably) know nothing about the game itself, so really have no way of making an informed decision.

Nevertheless, it's perhaps a trait of many RPGs, so, when given the choice, what generic stats do you aim for?

• Strength
  
• Defense (physical)
  
• Offensive magic
  
• Defensive magic
  
• Stealth
  
• Speed / jumping
  
• Crafting / alchemy
  
• Luck