With the new information about Shifta/Deband, unless HUnewearl can have them, I'll take a Force over any other potential teammate. In my opinion, they've gone from 'incidental' to 'essential'. Especially with the new status of the Spread Needle. We won't have any power-tripping HUmars going crazy with their Spread Needles, stressing the importance of teamwork and support even moreso.
In fact, in somewhat of a complete reversal from V2, I would actually rather not see a bunch of Hunters on my team. In fact, two Forces, a Ranger and a Hunter seems to be ideal. I seriously question how well a team will do in Ultimate without a Force there.
--I, however, will be fine. Unlike most PSO players, I know the importance of Mylla&Youlla. So at least I'll be able to hold my own between times my team is blessed with a Force. A-heh. ^.^;