That's fair enough. I stopped thinking about characters decades ago since I haven't played a game I can't box since DAoC. I just became addicted to it and you're right, I do view it more like a type of strategy game.
In that case, I'd say a priest is probably your best bet. Power Word: Shield will help with your pulls and holy nova has no threat and will help with healing and DPS. You just have to be careful not to frost nova with your priest on follow behind you or all of the mobs will switch to the only character in melee range.
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