~~kriegstanz~~
agreed!
however, the problem isn't getting them there. the problem is that once there, they are totally ineffective and they start to dislike you very much. which could translate into problems later on.
when their battle-readiness drops to 50%, why bother? especially if you have to listen to them complain non-stop or, worse, cry and whine and plead and threaten, etc. etc.
when they go sullen, watch your back!
ever have vi "accidentally" poke you in the back with that polearm of hers?
LOL! she's suddenly much more effective when she's attacking you, compared to when she fights the baddies.