Just saw this thread, and I'm so happy that it exists!
I playing through Vesperia and Phantasia right now. I must say that the I was pleasantly surprised by the combat in Phantasia: it's much better than I expected from an older game.
Originally Posted by Flickerdart
Fortunately, a Monk 1/Warblade 19 uses Iron Heart Surge to end the Monk character class, and the day is saved.