Answered Has anyone experimented with other mercs?

Ya ive experimented with all 4 mercenaries and geared them out in end-game stuff for fun. Obviously the other 3 will never be as good as the A2 merc fully geared, but they can still be fun to play. I personally like sticking with the A1, A3 or A5 mercs most of the time while leveling. They become useless in Hell without endgame gear though.

A1 merc you can give Faith, Ice or Passion

A3 Merc benefits from FCR so give him Spirit sword + shield & Stealth or Vipermagi to get him to the 86 Breakpoint. Endgame wise hes pretty useless though. his spell dmg doesn't get high enough.

A5 Merc can be decent even with just a Lawbringer or crescent moon and Treachery. Then Ethereal Breath of the dying or Passion + Fortitude when you can afford it.

You can also give A1, 2 & 5 Mercs a Dream Helm for more dmg.