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Thread: Grips or Marksmanship or Stances?
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gedmourn
Mon Jan 05, 2004 6:40 pm
#1
I need some advice. I'm currently a Pistoleer at 0041 and have 16 skill points left to spend, but can't decide where to put them, Grips, Marksmanship, Stances, or a mix. (And just for the record, I don't intend on dropping any other skills for more points.)
As a bit of background, I am a human with no other combat abilities (not even the Ranged Support Line in Marksman). My other skills are as follows: Novice Medic 0000, Creature Handler 0401, and Master Ranger. My weapons of choice are FWGs (1.1 and 1.2 speed) or DX2s (1.7 speed). I solo as frequently as I group. While I'm grouped I usually spam Stopping Shot, with an occasional Fan Shot or Pistol Melee Defense. When I solo, I rely solely on Body Shot 2.
I've asked other players in game which line I should advance in and have gotten many different responses. Some people love Grips because of the Dodge, others rely on Stances for the Melee Defense and Speed, while still others swear by the Accuracy bonuses of Marksmanship.
Personally, I'm siding with Stances. Being able to spam Stopping Shot or Body Shot 2 more frequently is very attractive (plus the Melee Defense couldn't hurt). I'd like to hear everyone's opinion and experience. Thanks for your help.
-seeqr, your friendly neighborhood ranger
P.S. Once again, I would like to make it clear that I have no intention of dropping any of my others skills.
As a bit of background, I am a human with no other combat abilities (not even the Ranged Support Line in Marksman). My other skills are as follows: Novice Medic 0000, Creature Handler 0401, and Master Ranger. My weapons of choice are FWGs (1.1 and 1.2 speed) or DX2s (1.7 speed). I solo as frequently as I group. While I'm grouped I usually spam Stopping Shot, with an occasional Fan Shot or Pistol Melee Defense. When I solo, I rely solely on Body Shot 2.
I've asked other players in game which line I should advance in and have gotten many different responses. Some people love Grips because of the Dodge, others rely on Stances for the Melee Defense and Speed, while still others swear by the Accuracy bonuses of Marksmanship.
Personally, I'm siding with Stances. Being able to spam Stopping Shot or Body Shot 2 more frequently is very attractive (plus the Melee Defense couldn't hurt). I'd like to hear everyone's opinion and experience. Thanks for your help.
-seeqr, your friendly neighborhood ranger
P.S. Once again, I would like to make it clear that I have no intention of dropping any of my others skills.
BeWary
Mon Jan 05, 2004 6:47 pm
#2
Even tho PMD2 is a waste of time I'd still say Stances is yer best bet. Speed thrills man. If you find you miss alot, or really like the DX2 and it's horrible accuracy, go Marksmanship.
You say you have some CH so I'm assuming you use the pets to tank for you, as they are the ones gettin hit most dodge is really a waste for you. BS3 is only really usefull at master pistoleer speeds, so if you aren't gonna master there is no point.
You say you have some CH so I'm assuming you use the pets to tank for you, as they are the ones gettin hit most dodge is really a waste for you. BS3 is only really usefull at master pistoleer speeds, so if you aren't gonna master there is no point.
SparkyNine
Mon Jan 05, 2004 8:59 pm
#3
I'd recommend at least some, if not all in stances. speed is the key
Kular
Tue Jan 06, 2004 4:07 am
#4
Couldn't agree more. You want the speed and the melee defense. Without master you're never gonna be great, but speed is very important to us gun slingers. It's a LOT of combat xp to get but it's worth it.
gedmourn
Tue Jan 06, 2004 7:59 pm
#5
Excellent! Thank you, everyone, for the responses. Looks like Stances it is... so my Pistoleer template will be 0144. Now, time to get to work on that wonderful Combat XP
-your friendly neighborhood ranger
Ariekb
Wed Jan 07, 2004 1:48 am
#6
Stances max it out!!!
and if you have anything left over marksmanship for accuracy don't bother with grips if your not going to master the profession.
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