Guitar is a technique focused instrument. Almost always using both hands, you will certainly learn to multitask a bit. There is also the sound of the guitar itself, which is entrancing and unique amidst a full band of traditional instruments. It stands out nicely in mixes while often doing nothing more than adding texture.

 

With the guitar one can do many things similar to what a piano player accomplishes, just in a translated sense. We can comp, play chords, add rhythm, play melodically, and arguably do more than a piano player sometimes can as we can bend strings and notes to our preferred flair.  Your first few months may include some sore fingertips as you learn the technique and build the strength to hold chords, but once under your control, you can learn to play everything from flamenco to heavy metal.