The current system in EE kind of messes over cross classes once again. Well except "Major Minor" cross classes.
Especially when some of the essential skills to even make them work get locked behind penalties (0 AP skills being a big one).
What is odd is that the system treats the primary attributes (str, dex, int) like they are the only things of importance. When really Pure Classes' major advantage is not only getting the max bonus but having the HP to make it work. "True" Shadowblades do not work because they will never get the HP to even be decent rogues (at least... not at level 10).
Note: I am making up terms but here are the definitions
-Major Minor Crossclass: Essentially you have one main skill that you pump your points into, then you have one that gets 1-2 skill points at most and you get JUST enough points to be able to cast them without penalty and then forget them (If any at all due to some skills not having a real penalty).
-True Class: Essentially a double major cross class. A True class focuses equally on its skills.
-Double Major Crossclass: A crossclass where you focus on your skills equally to an extent.