Because Haflings are the best thieves in the game. The reason that you also make him a fighter is for 1) the hit point advantage and 2) when he uses a short bow or if need be a short sword in melee' he does so as a fighter. Better "to hit" capabilities. Of course, he won't be a front line tank, but this, along with a Gnome Cleric/Illusionist (essential in my book) is a fun combination. I also agree with the guy above me about the Fighter/Mage multiclass. Very handy indeed.
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