Ahoy!
This thread is supposed to give a short introduction to playing the Necromancer. The guide focusses on raiding, especially on what you'll need to suceed as a Necro in Toth Amon's Fortress, i. e. the T3 raid dungeon, as most classes only really need their true potential from T3 onwards.
It is not the one, true word on all things necromantic. Some details aren't included, some things can be done better - the focus is on simplicity, not on depth, as most people in my experience have most problems cutting through the complexity of the class. The finer points will follow with experience, and everybody develops his own style anyhow.
You'll notice, for example, that I'm a big believer in Lifestrike and Night of the Harvester, as these provide a way to regain Mana and Life without outside help. Others see this as a waste of feat points. Which "side" is right may depend on the encounter, equipment, group setup - and also on personal preference. So, try things out and make up your own mind.
If you've got something to add or find something which is unclear or even plain wrong, I'd be happy for you to post here or sent me a PM. Any questions or suggestions for additional information are of course welcome, too.
The guide was originally written in German in our guild forum, which can be visited here if that helps:
http://www.nachtwind-gilde.com/forum...329-nekromant/
Also, there's been some peer reviewing and discussion about the Necromancer class in the version stickified in the German language section:
http://forums.ageofconan.com/showthread.php?t=180615
Khaletohep