Rain doesn't have an unlimited duration. Thus, you will end up casting it in combat, even if you scout ahead every single time. This is especially true if you cast multiple spells as a result of scouting (for example, Rain + summon); you'll have to pick one for the shorter duration.
I guess it's not crazy to get Rain on both casters. There are situations where as soon as the rain stops, you want it back up immediately. However, that isn't an argument for having two characters heavily invested in Hydro, it's an argument for one of them having 1-2 points in it.
I definitely think it's a good idea to use melee weapons axes in this game. Blacksmithing 5 is some ridiculousness (you almost have to try it to believe it), and the Man-At-Arms talents are extremely good. Pure mage isn't all it's cracked up to be, and having too many of them in your party isn't as good of an idea as it first sounds.
And yes, I'm Scrotie from PoE.
Last edited by ScrotieMcB; 20/07/14 10:06 PM.
