Axe/Shield Question
Can anyone help me with this?
I am of the opinion to specialize. all damage all defense.
but i like the idea of axe/shield. I use axe/mace when i want decent damage with some defense.
But im only 56 or so…
axe is mean for pure damage, which is complemented by an axe off hand, so unless you have over 50% crit chance, go with the shield, otherwise i suggest an axe.
I kind of want to be a damage taker rather then dealer (What can I say i’m hooked on tanks) Any suggestions there?
If youre looking for a strong 1v1 build that can also weather the storm then I suggest using the following build I have created.
I have left the second weapon choice up to personal preferrence, but I suggest using Rifle for more Control and Greatsword for more Mobility.
The beauty in this build is that it gets stronger the longer the battle goes on, especially if you block a rapid fire attack such as Flurry, Pistol Whip, Hundred Blades, Blurred Frenzy, etc. basically countering most cookie cutter builds out there at the moment and gaining 1 stack of might per blocked attack + reflecting all ranged attacks back at the target.
(edited by Kreedz.8127)
That sounds good but sadly the link isn’t working for me. I would like to have a look at it.
Copy and Paste the link, unfortunately the direct link doesnt work. Sorry.
Yes its absolutely fine. Depends on what you mean by late game content. You shouldn’t really ever need a shield for solo PvE.
The shield can be very useful in dungeons, if your having survival issues. I pack one just in case for that situation. The shield is also useful in sPvP (basically required really), but it is not that useful in WvWvW (the pvp is completely different)
Basically it doesn’t hurt to carry one around, there will be situations when you might want the extra survival.