However, given the difficulty for a Monk to get a headpiece with this kind of AC, those saves, a 75 HP boost (yes, we Monks actually do care greatly about the good ol HP shot in the arm) we shouldn't take backseat to casters. This coming from a Monk that lost a roll on a Tranquil Staff to a Mage (yes, I was the only Monk in the group and yes, I was and still am bitter). Is it good for casters? No, it's great for casters. Is it good for Monks? No, it's great for Monks. Is it good for Hybrids? No, I wouldn't say great but it's pretty frickin' good. It'd be great if the AC were higher. So don't cram your Ranger up there in the front of the pack and say 'He gets the most out of it' because given the overall stats, I don't feel he does. I feel that casters and Monks truly stand the *most* to gain but everyone that wanted it or needed it should be permitted to roll. As for the guy that made mention of Bards needing STR to melee, if you've ever watched yourself melee my friend, then you'll understand why I'm laughing hysterically right now. I've nothing against Bards but let's face it, you're no tank and you're no damage dealer. Stick with mana song, charms, mez's, etc.. oh and party buffs. Go with what you're good at it and let's not talk about your mad melee skills. If anything, I'd say "let the Bard roll for the AC/HP/Mana enhancements" but your STR as a Bard is pretty much meaningless, sorry to make that sound like an insult. ) And to prevent flames; Bards everywhere, you know this to be true, I know it to be true, let's not argue senselessly here.
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