The best stats are the ones you're given when you chose a pre-set.
Mmmm. I do not fully agree. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/think.gif" alt="" />
A default fighter does not have enough speed and agility.
My default figher was exterminated in a blink by Fergus.
Second attempt: I put the strength to 1, and boosted agility (which also gives attack / damage bonuses) and speed (very important in the beginning!)
And this time, it was Fergus's turn to be blasted away! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/evilgrin1.gif" alt="" />
Philippe