Monks - The second best tank in the game?

[Kender]

1. yes

2. depends on what you're after. as a damage soaker yes they are probably second best. on threat? cant beat a sk or pally on fast threat and snap agro. monks come last in this aspect behind a warrior because they don't get taunt

3. paladin or sk especially with a bard or chanter. snap and fast agro means dps can go harder earlier. paladin can supplement heals (very useful if healer isn't a cleric) sk can help with lifetaps. However, if threat isn't an issue then monk is also good. warrior is always consistent and get much better as their gear gets better

yes a monk can pull tank and dps but if they are doing all 3 in the one group that groups kill speeds will go down (as they have to go find new volunteers to kill)