Quote Originally Posted by Lord.Sorasen View Post
I also want to hear about what a druid gets from being a mounted combatant. It's a funny vision, for sure, but what does a druid bear get from riding a bear that a fighter doesn't get from riding that same bear. .
Aside from the fact that Daisuke is correct, the druid does have advantages that a fighter does not have as a mounted combatant. He is sharing spells with his pet but only within 5 feet, so by riding the pet he keeps the pet fully buffed. Also, he can take full round or one round actions to spellcast (with appropriate concentration checks), while still being mobile.