I'm not. Prefer Fireball anyway. Lightning Bolt has it's places, but Fireball is generally better for the situation. And Paul would more likely be in front, being a Druid.
I'd like to believe that he will respect that I am talking to him as a player, because he is also a PC. leaving him out of the loop would be bad if we were to implement this
The way I see it, the cleric has three roles- medic, offense support, and magic support. Not much of a front line fighter by itself in any category. what did you focus on in your spell list?
yes they can.. those who specialize with the war and fire domains are excellent in being an offensive caster, their ability to wear medium armor and use many heavy weapons and shields make them a formidable foe, both up close and from a range.
Er... Healer and support, mostly. At level 12, planing on getting Reach Spell [Metamagic]. So he can buff and heal from up to 30 ft away as a range touch, or use his other touch spells without having to be close.