Newbie looking for class advice

[GuyJustin]

Hey,

I used to play EQ back in 1999. My friend just started playing here and gave me his disk so I could play also. He is a Iksar Shaman. I would like to join him but can't decide between SK, War, or Monk. Which one do you think would be good for a newbie? I like the Idea of all 3, though warrior seems least likely choice but who knows. I mainly played a caster back in the day so this is really new territory for me.

Thanks in advance and see you in game!

[1203jjt]

Do you want to be able to FD? If so, eliminate warrior. Want to be able to carry loot? If so, eliminate monk.

[Baler]

Iksar Monk is my vote.

SK has some great utility spells though, and any spell overlap is not a bad thing.

Warrior would be a great end game tank option. warrior dps isn't bad with the right weapons.

[Gozuk]

Warrior is a super fun class to level. Especially with a Shaman duo partner!!

[Asaer.Nil]

First read this. Loraen's Class Selection Guide

Then assess your own level of determination. Do you know yourself well enough to determine if you can tough out the 60 grind? Maybe you know you're highest level has always been 44. Pick a class with level consideration in mind. 60 chanter and shaman dominate, for example.

SK and Monk bring different things to the table. SK can feign pull, even better at lvl 60, but are low on the DPS spectrum. Monk obviously king puller but not a great tank. With slow/torpor that my change... if you make it that far.

Otherwise, consider if you would rather do pickup groups or solo or both. You'll find that no matter which route you go, both will have their unique challenges. And just because a solo camp exists, doesn't mean its uncamped.

Good luck!

[Maliant]

Monk shaman is really the quintessential duo in EQ. Good choice picking the master race.

[marcelman]

Hello GuyJustin,

the Monk Shaman Combo is still one of the best setups if you just want to duo! Monks have a high DMG output, can Tank more or less and Single pull after some training with the FD Skill! Shm can Slow, Haste buff and take care of Adds with Root so those 2 are in my opinion the best duo team in Everquest 1 (Classic).

[mickmoranis]

monk would be the wise choice.

warrior if you are a narcassist and want to look pretty (that is unless you pick an iksar)

sk if you are a hard core roleplayer.

[Lhancelot]

Decide what your plans are first.

Want to tank groups and one day tank dragons? Go warrior.

Want to be the easiest group tank to play? Go SK.

Want to be a pseudo-tank/puller for groups? Go monk.

Coupled with a shaman nearly any class will succeed easily, it all comes down to how you like to play and what your plan is for yourself.

[Rivera]

ranger is better than all!