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Mitro Jellywadder · 12-09-2001, 03:14 AM

What exactly is divine ray and why would you trust a mage to not use protection from evil?

I agree that clerics can wear their choice of armors and use shields. They have some good defensive spells, but I would say the mage's choice of defensive spells is definitely not limited. Mirror image, invisibility, prot. from normal missiles, prot. from fire, prot. from cold, stoneskin, spirit armor (excellent spell), fire shield, minor globe of invulnerability, etc... That's only including 1st through 4th level spells. I won't start on improved mantle and spell trap.

As far as offensive firepower goes, it's not close. With the availability of chain contingencies and sequencers, the mage is bound to get a time stop off. If your mage has any clue, the battle's over.

I'll quit rambling and just say that IMO mages are more powerful.

12-09-2001, 03:14 AM	#11
Mitro Jellywadder Quintesson Join Date: September 5, 2001 Location: Florida Age: 54 Posts: 1,016	What exactly is divine ray and why would you trust a mage to not use protection from evil? I agree that clerics can wear their choice of armors and use shields. They have some good defensive spells, but I would say the mage's choice of defensive spells is definitely not limited. Mirror image, invisibility, prot. from normal missiles, prot. from fire, prot. from cold, stoneskin, spirit armor (excellent spell), fire shield, minor globe of invulnerability, etc... That's only including 1st through 4th level spells. I won't start on improved mantle and spell trap. As far as offensive firepower goes, it's not close. With the availability of chain contingencies and sequencers, the mage is bound to get a time stop off. If your mage has any clue, the battle's over. I'll quit rambling and just say that IMO mages are more powerful.