If I was in charge.

[Zuranthium]

Originally Posted by Samoht [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Group content tiers:

S - Enchanter, Bard
A - Cleric, Shaman, Paladin, Shadow Knight, Rogue
B - Monk, Ranger
C - Warrior
D - Necro, Druid, Mage
F - Wizard

Mage definitely not very good in group content.

Mage is plenty good for group content, they do great DPS. You've underrated them and Necro, while overrating Pally and SK. Even in late Velious era where Pally/SK are at their best, they lack the DPS or game-altering defensive ability to be one of the most powerful, particularly since only 1 tank is needed and it doesn't have to be one of the plate classes. Ranking that era:

S - Enchanter, Shaman (with Torpor)
A - Bard (with epic and played optimally, which is rare), Rogue, Cleric (sometimes overrated; there are times when other classes can provide sufficient healing while also contributing DPS, including Necro! More than 1 Cleric in a group is the worst diminishing returns of any class too), Monk (with Triple Attack and Two-hander/fist swap technique; not 100% sure on the DPS parses but seems very high)
B - Necro (A tier if good charm target is available), Mage, Pally, SK
C - Ranger, Warrior
D - Druid (without heal clicky and charm; A tier if there's a great animal to charm)
F - Wizard (without Manarobe or DPS clicky; D or C tier with top items)