[DEV 1135] RDM 2 HOUR

[Hashmalum]

While the Red Mage Two-Hour isn't bad on a conceptual level like the worst of the new abilities, it's definitely in the "major issues with potency or execution" pile.

I'm surprised more people haven't complained about it. I'm surprised that I haven't complained about it more, given the massive amount of stuff I complain about.

I think most red mages have given up by this point. Which is a shame, because I think that we could get them to make this one ability at least halfway decent if we all stand together and ask for it. It's not a systemic problem like enfeebling magic, or something that they have demonstrated that they completely have their head up their ass about.

[Sunrider]

Which is a shame, because I think that we could get them to make this one ability at least halfway decent if we all stand together and ask for it.

I actually, I went to the New 2-hour thread and did just that:

Regarding the RDM two-hour, there are reports that the effect increase is less than 2x. This is unacceptably underwhelming. The new two-hour should not offer less than triple potency, and should apply to all Enhancing magic, from Protect to Gain spells. Anything less is worthless compared to Chainspell. The new two-hour, while in effect, should also be immune to dispelling effects.

Merits should adjust the duration of the Job Ability while in effect, the duration of which should start at a minimum of a minute, to account for the time spent actually casting the spells. The duration of the affected spells should be enhanced by Composure.

Whether you agree with my suggestion or not, I think everyone needs to pay it a visit and chime in.