[HJ]

1. Yes. Or he can use an extra gem(s).

2. No, he can cast 100, but he'll pass out right away. Anything above requires either higher skill or extra gems to boost magic level if you don't want him to pass out. It's {[listed fatigue/(magic level over required+1)]+spell casting enc}.

3. Yes. Use units that are not affected/have wards/sucide mage missions or at your own risk.

4. It's a lot of micromanagement, true, and I personally avoid it if I can because of that very same reason. They are usually very potent though.
The worst thing is that labs are usually far away, so once you cast them it's hard to reload gems to be able to cast them again. I'd love to hear suggestions about how to facilitate the micromanagement process. I already figured out carrying reserve gems on nonmage commanders, but any input would be appreciated.

[ December 14, 2003, 05:41: Message edited by: HJ ]