Found a bug, and it's a blocker. After a reset, I have all the items and buildings I had the previous run, also all pets. On the other hand, no space, and since I can't get more space, I'm stuck with one recruit in my party.
for me, the easyest way to beat the last level is: melee in the first row, folowed by a flamer and a grenadier, and whatever range suport you wish in the back. easy win ;) (this kinda contradicts the low hp melee theory, but there)
great game, but it brings back my frustrations about upgrade w experience. the strong will become stronger, the weak will stay weak... the only thing you can do is place towers after the strategic positions have been defended with upgraded towers.
I diden't see that part lol, anyway, i got most of the text right! :P