Comparison for a high int ranger added. Definitely class and int both affects learning.

Some of the very early tests were done before I'd thought to measure levelling gains...

I think any "damage reduction" inherent to the class is probably due to the skills they get. For instance in actual numbers, maybe shield block is more effective at defense than evade or dodge on the casters. Who knows.

BTW, I picked up some hr/dr gear last night that you should take off my hands. Catch me in game for them (hopefully).