I played this game once before, several years ago, and damned if I can remember which career path I took. I'm thinking about playing through with all three :)

What career do you prefer in SS2?

OSA. being able to cut down a rumbler with one swoop of the psionic sword is very satisfying.

Last time I played SS2 was right after the launch, like 15 years ago :) So I don't remember jack either.

I went with the Navy this time, coz I think there's no real difference between the Marines and the Navy and I just like hacking.

The second playthrough I'll go with the caster, allegedly the most difficult class (from reading the faqs).

I just started my first playthrough as an OSA. I've always liked Magic or Psi or whatever in games for the extra options it gives you. Somewhat disappointed by the Pyrokinesis Area Attack thingy. The damage it does seems way too little to really be much use.

yeah, but it also makes you immune to (fire) explosions.

When you use it or just from learning it?

only when it's activated, of course.

I think I might try going through as OSA. I've mostly played with Marine and Navy before, but it might be interesting to play with the psi powers. I'm gonna try playing as a psychic guy who likes using guns. Because I like using guns :P

Aw. That's good to know, though. I wish there was more to the Telekinesis powers. It'd be fun to be able to pick up boxes and stuff and whap people in the head with 'em.

Maybe, but if you combine it with invisibility (forgot its name), you can run around with both effects active, and it'd burn everyone without them knowing it.

Ooh, wait, it's an aura that lasts after you use it? I was attempting to use it as a one-shot attack. That makes more sense. :D

Long time ago often I spent much time just thinking what career to choose. But it was hopeless. Because I always ended up with the same one. Just loved the psi powers and the whole backstory of that path. Also I couldn't skip hacking, so I never got ANY fun with guns other than the pistol...

But that was few playthroughs and long time ago. Now I will...

DO THE SAME, HELL YEAH!

Related question: How important are Stats? Should I give them equal importance as Skills or is more important to just pump Skills? I'm playing OSA.

try looking here: http://shodan.wikia.com/wiki/Strength

I prefer Navy Hacker with an emphasis in Standard Weapons.