| Don't underestimate Garrick. The bard song doesn't kill anyone but is still powerful. +1 to hit, damage and saves on the whole party equals +5 to hit, +5 to damage and +6 saving throws onto one character. Much damage added without using up ammo.
He'll level up faster than your mages, so he can cast longer lasting haste and other important buffs.
I'd consider making the protagonist neutral so Edwin can have the "robe of the evil archmagi". |