I disagree on bards being the worst class. As you point out, Sythe, they are not particularly skilled at any one thing, but that is, in itself, their strength. They can cast mage spells, pick pockets, identify anything, fight reasonably well, and they also posess a powerful song once you reach the higher levels. They are very versatile and without doubt one of the more entertaining classes to play. The worst class is, in my opinion, either a straight fighter or a straight thief. I can't quite make up my mind on that one...
