| Eh, I usually don't put anything into mages, only put one or two points into revives, don't max summon resist, I think about 6 should be enough. One point into every curse (though I tend not to do confuse or attract). Hommy should be the only choice for shield.
What about your merc?
If you want a killing merc go with Act2 might merc Upped Vamp gaze, efort, and eBotd or Obedience (if you want good crushing blow)
If you want an aura merc go with act1 with Faith bow, upped vamp gaze, and bramble |