i have 2 clerics and i always make sure one hangs back and i have 2 raise dead memorized on each. so once the battle is done i can bring every body back to life. i may have to rest but it works. and i made a belt that makes mind flayers not even notice you. you can really beat the crap out of them. if you want a copy its at
www.angelfire.com/games3/slackerboysbg2/mybelt03.itm
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