Originally Posted by
Cephius
Recast is pretty popular, but I feel it takes some of the challenge out of the game. If you need recast and utsuwatch to be an effective ninja, chances are you're going to be crippled without it. IMHO, plugins should be to make your gaming expierence a bit more enjoyable or less tedious (hi always asking your PT members what their TP is) and not a replacement for what limited skill you need to play a job in FFXI. That being said, I've used recast in the past, and it's pretty useful for busy jobs like a bard that's pulling.
And while it's not really a plugin, teaching your new friends windower macros is a must. A bit complicated at first, but they'll love you for it eventually.[/i]