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[NeoAmon]

I tested T1-T4 SS Build last night. Have not done T5 due to our static SMN being away, will do it later.

Before I start, keep in mind I do play with 315 ping, I was casting Fire I faster than the server could update my mana.

The build I tested was BiS except the Neck, everything else was the same as Puro BiS.

Normally, on my Crit BiS, missing the pants and belt I do 290-310 DPS on stand still fights such as T1. This is quite constant and the 20~ DPS influx is usually controlled by Foe & RNG. On SS Build, I was doing 20-30 DPS less than Crit Build on T1 & T4.

I do understand that many have reported good DPS on SS gear. However, I have yet to see an ACT screenshot of SS build. Taking a leap of faith I would say, this is due to my ping and so I can't use SS as good as others with less ping than 150.

My current recommendation is always going to be Crit BiS until something change. I honestly can't recommend SS at all since I have never scored as low as I did yesterday with SS.

T1- 265 DPS SS Build Vs 291 DPS Crit Build from last week (week before that it was 309 DPS)
T2- Magic res route. Same DPS.
T4- 325 DPS SS Build Vs 356 DPS Crit build from last week.

Edit: There is also the possibility that I'm just a baddie, so keep an open mind and test for yourself. What might not work for me might work for you very well.
Edit 2: My intentions are just to be helpful and provide data that any BLM could use. I'm really not trying to discredit anyone or be a dick -_-.