I'm at level 4 and just had to abandon Wulfram. Poor guy died, and it made me realize that i need help. Here's my party

Lone wolf Wayfarer with Dex 8, Spd 9, Crossbow 1, Ranger 4, Tricks of Trade 1, and Craft 1. Lots of elemental arrows and arrow recovery. I eventually want to get predator on him.

Inquisitor with Int 9, Spd 8, DW 3, Hydro 3. She has wands of earth and water and healing spells.

Jahan with Int 10, Spd 7, double handed 2, metamind 1, Hydro 2, Witchcraft 2. Overcharge mage.

Any tips? Retreating from battle is one thing, but failing quests and missing out on XP is another.