most underpowered class in game?

[loramin]

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

Nah, the power of Enchanter was being widely realized in 2000. During Kunark era Warrior-Cleric-Enchanter were named the "Holy Trinity" of the game. Everyone desperately wanted Clarity/Haste, and Tash/Slow/Mesmerize were highly valued too. Even without Charm usage, people were understanding the huge impact an Enchanter brought to a group.

If you asked in 2001, when Charming was also becoming more common (although definitely FAR less prevalent and understood compared to now), I think Enchanter would have won the poll. At least among decently seasoned players.

Their power in groups was absolutely recognized in groups ... and not because of their charming (Enchanters mostly didn't charm in groups in classic; their job in that "trinity" you mentioned was to mez and give Clarity, not add DPS).

They were not at all recognized for their soloing. Here most would argue they are the #1 soloing class (maybe #2 after Shaman). In classic Necromancer, Druid, and Mage would have all been ranked higher.

Our charm is simply not classic: live charm was far riskier, and that's why Enchanters opted to group rather than charm solo, by vast margins ... whereas here it's exactly the opposite.