Discussion of the Academy faction (Mages and Wizards). Tactics and their specific features.

Could you please tell me what the initiative will be for an Orc at level 25 and how it is calculated?
Against an Orc in the late game, which build is preferable?
1. Attack, Defense, Light, Education, Sorcery (Wisdom)
2. Attack, Defense, Light, Education, Leadership (Empathy)