I have enough War Coins now to buy either of them, and I think Alces' Pet might suit my style of play better, although am I foolish to pass on the opportunity to get the General himself?

To me, I cannot see anything special about General Alces and no niche usage.

Anyone???

I dislike both, I have none of them :D

These two comparison were done in old forum, too bad we can't retrieve them any more.

They're for different purposes, but the pet can be used to counter his master. I always rate tough trait higher than single immune trait, plus the speed advantage, so General is my choice (and many from elite teams). He's very annoying in defense, with his 2 healing and self regeneration skills plus the trait.

I think I will just wait for the next Bodyguard, which could be Alces'Bodyguard anyway.