I feel like these traits from VT1 have a place in VT2:
+25% backstab power; shade isn’t the only class that can flank
+30% max ammo; for ranged obviously, useful on some weapons
+50% clip size; same as above
Safety in numbers; grant protective shield to an ally when hitting an enemy attacking said ally
Earthing rune; wiz only, remove X overcharge on melee crit