The problem with "Instant OFF GCD" abilities makes combat feel less rewarding.

[Raymeo]

If you think about it, this system makes the most sense of all of them. Why should you be able to bash something with your shield while you're in the middle of swinging your sword down as hard as you can on it's head?

Really? I am frickin' holding them in two different hands. That's why.

Lol seriously? Ok Mr, why don't you buy a shield and sword and go shield bash a target dummy in RL while simultaneously swinging your sword into it's skull with all your might.

Please record it.

http://splicd.com/dkhpqAGdZPc/430/495

That is most definitely not shield bashing something while simultaneously striking it with all your might.

Nice try though.

You must have missed the part where he explained how piercing or slicing is always superior to striking or swinging.