shields

[Lord_Zlatan]

So to hijack this point, which is more important for lower level (20-30) dungeons, block rate or block strength. Which factor mitigates damage better for a low level tank and a questionable healer.

I usually level up in dungeons with my FC so I have tested out both. in the 20-40 range (Copperbell through Stone Vigil) I go with block rate. That is my personal preference. Being buffed with protect and stoneskin and decent gear (cavalry set) i like blocking more frequently. Some might call me a noob but I actually like it for Shield Swipe. So u get a block (mitigation) + a proc for more DPS. Block strength is nice, but its kind of redundant if you are stone skinned, protected, and generally healed pretty competently.