How many character classes should be available in a pen and paper JRPG game?

[SeekerOfTruth007]

Right now, I assume I'll be designing missions to engage up to 4 Adventurers and 1 Dungeon Master, so up to five total players. I have six total player classes to choose from for the (up to) 4 adventurers so far:

Barbarian

Paladin

Thief

Mage

Cleric

Summoner

Additional Classes I might consider adding:

Ranger

Monk

Illusionist

Enemy monsters include some typical fantastic creatures and a few inventions of my own:

Goblins

Orcs

Trolls

Chaos Knights

Demons

Skeletons

Lich

Demi-Lich

Vampire

Brain Eater (steals your spells every time it hits you.)

Dream Devourer- A more powerful type of Brain Eater

Harlock, the Warlock - Primary Antagonist

Red Dragon

Black Dragon

[AI Opinion]

For a pen-and-paper JRPG game, offering a variety of character classes can enhance the experience and provide diversity in play styles. Six classes already present a solid range. Adding additional classes like Ranger, Monk, and Illusionist could further enrich the game, giving players even more choices to tailor their characters and strategies. It’s all about balance and ensuring that each class provides a unique and engaging role in exploring the world and facing the diverse array of creatures you’ve designed. 🎲👾

[Anonymous]

You could also add Elementalist, Amazon, and maybe Pirate.

As for the monsters, how about Chimera, Golden Dragon, and Cyclops...

[strateguy632]

Add those dragons