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EZ_Gestahl
06-26-01, 07:34 AM
I'm a bluebie. I'll admit it...but only when it comes to PvP (I think?).

Anyways, I've been debating what class I would like to play on SZ. It is between enchanter or shaman (evil of course - not because of the vast numbers of them, I just like being the "nice" bad guy...err something). Right now, I have a race/class combo that would probably earn me some brownie points in the weak category...a dark elf warrior. I still like being one though, and I'm not THAT weak

My question is, after reading numerous posts about advantages/disadvantages of certain class/race/duoing combos, which would prove to be more enjoyable in the long run? I know it's a personal preference type of thing, but I'd still like to hear more feedback about the two classes...being you can create only one character on SZ, I don't want to be an enchanter only to learn everyone is buffed with 150+ MR or something like that, rendering my magic useless. On the contrary, players having high immunities to poison/disease seems to discourage being a shaman. As for race...I was leaning towards gnome enchanter (they're just cool) and probably troll shaman (sorry ogres, you're too big and fat for me). I'm not quite sure which to choose because I've read shamans go hand in hand when having a melee partner while enchanters might be suitable for a caster partner (I'll be playing with a friend most definitely and having a rogue around, I would like to balance out such a duo), but I'm not exactly the PvP expert. I've always wanted to cast SoW (and feel special) while being able to buff/debuff well and hold my own without having to be a druid, yet the thought of crowd control and messing with people's minds appeals to me.

Any feedback will be much appreciated! Hail all those dark elf warriors out there...you know how underestimated we are

Gestahl Lestonia
40th Dark Elf Warrior
Vazaelle Server Edited by: Gestahl at: 6/26/01 9:55:04 am

EZ_Elegance
06-26-01, 08:33 AM
enchanters are the 7-11's of pvp, root/blind/mes to stop em cold, dots and nukes (yeah I know they suck but hey) for extra damage, and clarity/haste for group buffs. the problem is that they arent the best solo pks, shamen on the other hand can be evil little fookers when it comes to pvp, filling the roll of chanter in many cases and haveing the ability to solo pk with relative ease. so if ya have a constant partner the chanter may be the way to go, otherwise its shammie all the way. Diabalein Avidya
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Lisboa
06-26-01, 09:06 AM
If you want to be loved, play an enchanter. They're harder to play but the evil team will only have DE enchanters, and they will be in short supply. They're excellent in group p v p with their mez's, charms and debuffs.

EZ_Gestahl
06-26-01, 09:20 AM
I like the challenge, but I also don't want to get my ass kicked if I'm forced to be solo for a bit due to my lackluster knowledge of PvP...although I guess that's a risk I'm willing to take. Since I already have a Dark Elf character, I'd rather be gnome...plus being short rules, especially an evil one.

Gestahl Lestonia
40th Dark Elf Warrior
Vazaelle Server Edited by: Gestahl at: 6/26/01 11:22:40 am

Lisboa
06-26-01, 09:24 AM
I'm of the opinion DE make better enchanters than gnomes. The natural hide ability is the factor. Enchanter pets don't listen to commands, so only hiding or turning invisible can poof a pet.

EZ_Gestahl
06-26-01, 09:30 AM
However, a friend of mine is leaning towards gnomish rogue...not sure on his decision yet. Another thing is I picture all the newbies running around Nektulos fighting for things...although it could be the same in Steamfont, who knows Thanks for the info.

Gestahl Lestonia
40th Dark Elf Warrior
Vazaelle Server

EZ_Faldaen Mindweaver
06-27-01, 10:03 AM
if u wanna do pvp in the long run pick a shaman chanters at higher lvls tend to have a little problems....(sometimes) you end up finding someone with 150 MR and even tish sometimes it doesnt help. you could always take someone out w/ a pet though i killed a 53 ogre warrior w/ my pet. =)
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