Hello all, I am building a Rot Warden Druid for a new campaign and was pretty let down by the hurdles vermin animal companions have to deal with.
Not only do Vermin companions have zero feats until 4th level with a boost to Int; they need to be 12th level minimum to unlock feats they are physically capable of with GM permission. Most animal companions have 9 different item slots for magic items, vermin have 2.
Ultimately is it better for me to go with the ISMC Vermin Domain? Would it be worth taking the animal companion if I gave up my human bonus feat to get the +2 Int from 'Eye for Talent'? If so, which of the vermin companions are a good option if I plan to wildshape often?
Thanks for any advice.