Since when was it the Tanks job to explain fights?

[zcrash970]

Because tanks are the leaders of parties typically

[Nadirah]

Because tanks are the leaders of parties typically

Not always.

In fact, tanks are probably the worst choice for raid call outs because they have more important things to focus on.

[Makeda]

Not always.

In fact, tanks are probably the worst choice for raid call outs because they have more important things to focus on.

More or less yes.

Tanks DO set the flow and run the tactics. But not the strategy.

For 4-person content yeah, the tank is basically the leader. For more complex content that requires a a wider plan, the 'raid lead' is best chosen from whoever has the most experience. The position best able to be this leader is usually a healer - except a LOT of people play healers because they falsely see it as a sit in the back half AFK role... so while the role is the natural leader position (a good healer has to be aware of EVERYTHING going on in the fight), the typical healer player is the worst possible choice to lead...

That said if you're in a static and you have a skilled healer - you will benefit a LOT by training them to be a raid leader.

[SpookyGhost]

Not always.

In fact, tanks are probably the worst choice for raid call outs because they have more important things to focus on.

That's actually why they're the best raid leaders, they pay attention to every mechanic and know it all by heart. I call out everything in my raid group and I play WAR lol

[Catwho]

Not always.

In fact, tanks are probably the worst choice for raid call outs because they have more important things to focus on.

We're catching up on Second Coil for folks who missed it last year. We've found our tank is the best person to call out mob attacks from the main boss (e.g. Cursed Voice in T7) but everyone else should be calling out their own areas of responsibility. Has worked out pretty well.

[Selli]

We're catching up on Second Coil for folks who missed it last year. We've found our tank is the best person to call out mob attacks from the main boss (e.g. Cursed Voice in T7) but everyone else should be calling out their own areas of responsibility. Has worked out pretty well.

^ Our Paladin MT has been calling out things since SCoB and he still calls out things today in Alexander Savage. We haven't had an issues with it.

[Kuwaitum]

Because tanks are the leaders of parties typically

Usually yes, because he has the authority to hold threat thus controls the pace of the run. Not to mention the lack of tanks. When I run as a tank I always ask if all are aware of the fight, if anyone needs a break before a boss pull.

When I heal I let the tank do this job, I might drop a line or two to explain if anyone is ignored by the others. If I get a fresh tank, I usually lead either as a healer or a DPS. Giving a good example to others, and it's like real life; if you want to be a leader or a head of department you should know how to it, so do it now!

Be friendly, I know some don't watch videos / read guides.. But that adds to your value.