Some questions about Melee/Wizard

[larsdangly]

Just out of curiosity, why would you elect to use a brand instead of some other weapon? Wielded in melee combat, it presumably does only 1d-2 damage (like a torch).

[hcobb]

Originally Posted by larsdangly

Just out of curiosity, why would you elect to use a brand instead of some other weapon? Wielded in melee combat, it presumably does only 1d-2 damage (like a torch).

The brand requires no talent to use with Two Weapons and imposes DX minus and HTH protection against beasts. It also does fire damage where that is needed.