New tanking abilities in the expansion thread!

[Giantbane]

There is a difference between mitigation being primarily tied to cool down management (Paladin), stack management (Warrior) and MP management (Dark Knight's implied method). Paladin getting additional offensive actions tied to MP use would not necessarily infringe on the Dark Knight's play style.

One thing to consider is that Tank gear may get a bit more diverse statwise as they may be able to include pieces that enhance Piety and/or Spellspeed. Pre-addition of the Dark Knight such pieces would be "Only usable by Paladins."

They can't very well just tie it directly to MP management or else it would be impossible to balance DRK mitigation with vs. without a BRD.