[Mardur]

Edgar's not really a pussy per se it's just that his tools aren't complete rape mode like they were. You can still set him up as a physical attacker and use Fight.

But I still only have the same 2 tools available immediately in Figaro, so whenever the hell I find new tools he may get better.

Same with Sabin, his Blitzes are way tuned down (although Mantra at level 26 is really good, although Mog's forest dance heal is a bit better).

You're not necessarily forced into using Gau/Mog... but these characters have always been the best in the WoB since they require a bit more work than other characters to gain power. Gau's attacks are a bit random and sort of a pain in the ass to obtain, so I can sorta see why he's so good. But I think Mog was made too powerful in this hack by removing his chance to stumble, considering anything he does is going to be good (the worst being a wasted turn if you're full HP and he does a heal). Not being able to use Marvel Shoes somewhat balances it out, but I'm not getting rid of him or Gau before the World of Ruin (when access to powerful gear and magic starts making characters like Terra, Celes, Relm, etc. way more powerful than they are in the World of Balance).

I'm assuming Edgar will become a powerhouse in World of Ruin when he gains access to his best gear.