Ritualist Primary Attribute

Currently its 4% extra life to a spirit for every point invested.

Is it just me or is that totally useless if you dont use any spirits? Im thinking a fast cast mesmer/ritualist using the weapon spells or healing spells would be 100% more effective.

Or am I missing something?

It also applies to pets and creatures you animate.

Yep.. Works with minons too..
Except the highest you can get is like level 14.. But they are 48% stronger if you have 12 points.. 64% stronger if you have 16.. It also works well with that spell that casts lightning whenever you create a new creature..