Is a F/M/C viable in a 6 person party? Options

[Redwall]

I've beaten Tactics and Ascension and am planning on playing this for my next play through.

Anyways, I've never used a F/M/C and I'd like to try it but I'm scared that it'll end up being useless just because there won't be enough experience. I heard there's an item that can help with that a little, but is it enough for a six person party?

I like to consider myself as a decent player, but I know I'm not the best, so dragging around dead weight probably wouldn't work out. I used a Kesnai/Mage for tactics, which worked out well, but I'd like a change.

My party will look something like:

Protagonist: F/M/C
Keldorn
Korgan
Ranger dualed to Cleric
Edwin?
Imoen (I may use a multiplayer Sorcerer in this slot until I rescue her)

I normally run a little heavy on the magic side. This would actually be my most melee heavy party.

This post has been edited by Redwall: Feb 10 2008, 12:35 AM

[rbeverjr]

Be aware that Keldorn will occasionally be made to run a way like a frightened girl by the very experienced evil clerics.

Also, be aware that playing an FMC instead of say a ranger or necromancer will result in you missing some of the new material that Improved Anvil brings to the game. ... I think, but you may be able to play the expanded mage stronghold?

I personally don't think that the FMC is an optimal choice. The leveling progression is slowed, and HLAs come to the multiclasses later than the other characters.

Welcome to IA. I hope you have fun.

This post has been edited by rbeverjr: Feb 10 2008, 03:47 AM

[Raven]

Be aware that Keldorn will occasionally be made to run a way like a frightened girl by the very experienced evil clerics.

Indeed. Also some of IA's new material requires Rep 20 to access. Because of this taking evil characters into the party probably isn't recommended. Be aware that Nalia's upgraded ring in IA brings her up to Edwin's power level, so you could consider taking her instead of Edwin.

Also, be aware that playing an FMC instead of say a ranger or necromancer will result in you missing some of the new material that Improved Anvil brings to the game. ... I think, but you may be able to play the expanded mage stronghold?

Yes, you will be able to play the expanded mage stronghold (although there are a few items which are restricted to single-class mage only).

I personally don't think that the FMC is an optimal choice. The leveling progression is slowed, and HLAs come to the multiclasses later than the other characters.

Well said.