Quote Originally Posted by Risvertasashi View Post
There are numerous examples of how to do it in other games. Yeah it wouldn't really fit in the existing healer questlines but it could fit in a new one. It also doesn't have to be flat out "I'm evil and want to burn the world down" either -- this game's Dark Knight is a good example of how something can be done grimdark-ish, but with more of 'outlaw with a code of justice' type leanings.
Yes, but it is also in a Dark Knight's nature to kill. It's a little easier to paint a job as an anti-hero when they seek blood justice. Healers in the typical FF lore, especially WHMs are not violent in nature. However, many have been adventurous; seeking thrills to take them away from their strict disciplines.

I don't feel that SCHs and ASTs share the tree-hugging mentality/theme of WHMs. They may not bring a necromancer type edginess to the healer role, but they are each certainly unique in terms of questlines, attire, lore, and mentality. SCH and AST even bring unique mechanics with their fairy and cards respectively.

I'm not saying the game has no place for an edgy healer. Some of the healing sets out there are far from looking like it was made in the clouds, and are very dark. I really like the idea of this type of dark healer taking HP and buffs from their enemies and transferring it to themselves and their comrades, along with a similar concept when they cleanse debuffs (take from party member and give it to the mob).