I will vote Max and Daphnis.

I like Monica a good bit, but I like that they didn't have to make Max the strongest character option. Monica took that role, which left Max to be the gadget person, and to have him feel like the more adventure/exploration style character. Also, mech > monster mimic every time.

I like Daphnis. I've seen more Kleito characters than Daphnis characters, so that was one advantage. He was a little more fresh and new. Outside of that, a good strong archer is never a bad thing.