Thanks for the input, main reason I wanted to know was since its kind of a headache to keep all your companions properly geared as you level. But since most ppl found him to be worthwile Im spending some commendations and credits on him and so far he performs quite well. The one thing I havent been able to find is a blue staff for him.. dont ever think I have seen any drop in Flashpoints either, any tips?

I just got Vector, and wanted to hear how people feel about him. As a operative dps Im guessing Kaliyo and the doc would be of more use in most situations. Is he useful enough that its worth keeping him geard as I level?

Hello fellow Swtor players! I have decided to make a Agent to complement my Bounty hunter, but I cant not decide which route to go. I have read up a bit on both choices and although I was initially allured by the Sniper the operative has its own appeal. So was hoping to get some questions answered and some sound advice from you all. Im aware of the "possible" nerf to the operative, even though i really like pvp I dont want to make too much of this at this time. I've looked forward to this game for a long time, and I have faith that BW will eventually get the class balance right. After all the game has only been out for a month. So now to my questions: 1. Is there a dps spec for Operative where you would use both melee and a bad*** gun or is it only close combat? 2. I have read that the sniper is very hard to play unless you are great with playing everything on hotkeys, as well as that the energy system is rough. I have a mouse with 5 hotkeys and can handle to use a few hotkeys on my keyboard, would that be enough to do allright? 3. If anyone has experience with both options, I would love to hear your take on which one you belive would be the most fun in the long run. Greatfull for any and all thoughts and advices, but please save any QQ about the upcoming nerf, Im interested in how the class plays not how valid it is in PVP.