hey guys, posting a thread here to see what other people think. been testing a theory revolving around Firm Conviction, if it holds true then Rage of Halone is our best WS in game. I'm trying to look at this from a pure defensive position, as Riot Blade (which i also have out) is more offensive/threat.

The theory is very simple, any time I don't have a buff to do, rampart, sentinel, shield buff, I am trying to find ways to cast to take advantage of Firm Conviction. Test runs on ifrit indicated casting more helped with the damage i take, the only down side was MP. now to the point, Rage of Halone still activates the cast bar, thus it is still a cast yes? it takes 0 mp so its a free cast which can keep Firm Conviction active almost indefinitely, with enough TP gen.

I'm wanting some thoughts or posts of others tests. I also don't mind ideas to further increase my defensive capabilities. What do you guys do?