Which caster to start with?

[Baler]

I started p99 with a magician. I wish I started it with a necromancer.
I encourage you to go iksar necro and embrace being evil.

The reason I recommend necro over mage for a new comer is their superior utility spells. Root, Feign Death, Fear, mana regen, etc...

The reason I don't encourage enchanter or wizard is because they're far more gear dependent and in the care of the enchanter require far vaster knowledge and understanding of p99/classic mechanics and game play.

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I see some debate on necros in groups. +1 for necros being good in groups at all levels. Heck they can even spot heal other players. No puller? With FD necro can pull, no joke. Extra roots/snares in group is always good. other stuff i'm forgetting.