Eyonix the Paladin Asks Questions
by Alfred | 03/12/2007 01:26:44 Okay, I'd say that Ret is faster for leveling, because since 2.3 quests give more experience. Also, Protection AoE grinding isn't always possible - when I was AoE'ing around Sorrow Hill, other people made it hard to gather enough mobs. Both specs are great, though. I loved doing Sunken Temple as Protection. The big dragon pulls were so easy :) [ Post edited by Bubbleoseven ] |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 02:26:20
What's exciting for me, and I'm well aware that this could change later, is that right now, I am not killing multiple mobs at once, but rather one at a time much like when I was retribution. Knowing that later protection begins to allow for the paladin to quickly solo multiple mobs at once makes me feel like it's only going to get better. |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 02:37:30
I'm not trying to call you out or be a jerk but everything you are wondering was said in my original post here. I think it was TLDR for you, which I agree it was rather long. |
| by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 02:43:13 Next question: My talent build: Please review. http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/info/classes/paladin/talents.html?00000 00000000000000005302133203001523010000000000000000000000000 What are your thoughts. Keep in mind, this is NOT me building an end-game tank spec, but rather building an extremely viable tank spec for leveling dungeons that also allows me to kill at a respectable pace, and most important needs little down time. Lastly, I do not plan to begin aoe grining mobs until around level 50. |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 02:52:00
I really think overall, this has been a positive experience for both myself and the community. I saw very little "drama". I've been doing this a long time -- every blue post will cause drama, it's the nature of the beast. Also, I never stated I thought you were a jerk, my fear was that my response to you would sound as though I were being a jerk, which was not my intent. I did read your reply, and thank you. My point in responding to your other comment was to state that all of the things you wondered were explained in my original post. Such as, why I asked such a basic question though the information is already available, and how it's not my only question -- that I'm simply opening a dialogue. I gave much insight into my goals and intentions and I regret nothing. I'm part of WoW's forum community because it's what I enjoy, and were I to leave Blizzard tomorrow, that fact wouldn't change. |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 02:57:19
I'll think about this certainly, but I do find it handy for spell interrupts, damage mitigation and occasionally to heal immediately after using the ability to not waste my shields. |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 03:02:01
Thanks, this is a very good point. |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 03:03:27
My Druid is level 70, yeah. |
| by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 03:10:51 Next two questions: 1) I realize that this is somewhat situational as is the purpose of paladin blessings (which I love, btw). The question is when should I be casting blessing of kings on myself vs. blessing of sanctuary. Give me examples that include both solo PvE and group PvE. 2) Righteous Defense - this may be due in part or full to my own inexperience but it seemed awkward to use (flawlessly that is) when I was tanking in SM. Selecting the player portrait, hitting the button while trying to keep track of everything else, etc... Any tips there, or LRN2PLY? |
| by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 03:56:27 First, thanks -- everyone. Honestly. Beyond what you've provided me, I can promise you that there have been and will continue to be new players who will also really benefit from the information offered in this thread. The thread remaining incredibly positive, will also surely attract those who would normally be intimated by some of the negativity found in various threads. In any case, I'm going to check the thread tomorrow and will likely continue with questions/comments as the week progress. As I get more tanking experience (after of course leveling to 70), I'd like to open up dialogue concerning my own experiences. On a final note, once I have my paladin to 70, I will have all four healing capable classes level capped. :) |
by Eyonix | 03/12/2007 04:13:58
Even if I hadn't seen the righteous defense macros, which I have (but you'll believe what you want to believe), I think it's far to say I'm more than experienced with this game, particularly end-game raiding content, that I'd know such a macro could be easily created. My question, was more is there "something I'm missing" when using the ability, i.e. am I using it properly. Also, I won't macro an ability until I've learned to use it "as is", because I feel it's neccessary in order to really master every aspect of a class/spec, even if it means taking the hard path for a little while. Concerning your last comment, my first post really did explain my goal(s) with creating this Q&A, and it wasn't just so I could learn more. I want to finish this response by saying that I mean you no disrespect, it's just that voicing/supporting assumptions can be very harmful and it's wise to be careful. |
| by Eyonix | 04/12/2007 21:04:41 Thanks for all of the great information. This post is actually one of the better discussion threads I've seen -- ever. Tonight when I play, I'm going to be experimenting with grabbing multiple mobs at the same time to level. As far as pre-bc stats, while leveling to 58, what would you all suggest in terms of priority. I was thinking: Stamina Intelligence Strength Defense Agility |
by Eyonix | 26/02/2008 11:19:19
Actually just in a conversation with someone earlier, that my balance druid was by far the most enjoyable dps class/spec I've ever played. Also, I never "quit" a class. I have many reasons I move on to focus on another class, and its never had to do with a lack of enjoyment, or frustration resulting from areas I found problematic. |
by Eyonix | 26/02/2008 12:06:34
All classes are a work in progress, friend. That doesn't mean any class is "unfinished". Our design team will simply never be satisfied with any area the game. Our goal is to make this game the best it can be in every area imaginable. |
by Eyonix | 26/02/2008 16:36:58
You're missing some key factors. My playstyle had to be adjusted accordingly to where I couldn't really quest without my leveling slowing down dramatically, as I had to focus on the grind style of leveling for protection to be faster than retribution. I basically had to seek out melee only mobs that were also in congested groups. Things also slowed down quite a bit once I hit outland, unless I was aoe grinding. My single target dps was laughable. Retribution has also seem improvements since I was level 39 on my paladin. To be honest, if I wasn't planning on being protection end-game (as I always enjoy to level my preferred end-game spec), I would've been retribution until the end. In short, no I do not see any inherent design problems here. =) |
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