Quote Originally Posted by Brom View Post
A higher level Druid can fill just about any role... ...though he is inferior in most of those respects to a class devoted to that.
That's the closest thing to actually laughing out loud I've had all day.

Personally, I've found it easier to balance upward to the spellcaster level, and just get rid of the fighter, ranger, monk, barbarian, and paladin (or, rather, reduce them to NPC classes). Then, add the ToB classes plus the Sublime Marshal, and Sublime Ranger (not to forget the Archery Discipline). That'd be enough, but my group is also creating boosted Warlocks, Binders, and Rogues just in case.

However, that makes for some high-fantasy with legendary heroes and what-not. Truly, if you're looking to size downward, Bards, Barbarians, and Rogues would probably be the best place to go for. They're a whole lot weaker than the Wizard, Druid, and Cleric, but certainly not pansies like the Fighter and Monk. If you're looking to balance without buying any supplements, those three might be the best to look.

Also, you may want to take a look at the Fax Paladin.