I've just read a very interesting thread on the Steam forums:

http://steamcommunity.com/app/230230/discussions/0/45350790894829185/

Basically, somebody was asking if it was possible to play the game solo, with only one character.

From the answers, it seems that some people are actually doing this, which is wonderful! As I too would prefer to just control one character.

Well, as I now have access to the Toolkit, I intend to modify my character's skills and talents so that I can do this a bit easier (yes, I know, horrible cheater! Burn me at the stake!).

Anyway, I'd just like to know what skills and talents would be considered absolutely essential for this type of playthrough.

Any thoughts would be much appreciated.