The situation is of course different if your allies are also real life friends. However, if they are someone that you have just met via the forum it would be nice if there was an easy way to get to know them a bit better before you send them on quests. For instance, it would be good to know if they have any food allergies, what access to exercise equipment they have, what their physical limitations or disabilities are, what language they are most comfortable using, their tech skills, etc.