Gladiator Changes (hopefully for the better)

[Vanguard319]

If a Gla can get to the point to be competitive over emnity with Mar, I think that will be the proper point. We also need to take into account that GLA will have higher health and Mana pools for better self sufficient heals and abilities. Let's hope this patch get's GLA back in the game!

Don't forget MND being a useful stat for gla, (dmg and heal potency) so those heals will last a little bit better too :3

[buritoslicer]

Don't forget MND being a useful stat for gla, (dmg and heal potency) so those heals will last a little bit better too :3

yeah, I saw that... It was interesting that they are breaking the common str= more dmg mold. I like it!

[kro]

Don't forget MND being a useful stat for gla, (dmg and heal potency) so those heals will last a little bit better too :3

This part bothers me a bit. As the main tank class, GLA should be pumping VIT. However, only MRD gets the bonus to AA damage from VIT.

Is it really worth pumping MND for a little AA damage and a better Cure?

Pumping STR seems to be the better option since that increases AA damage as well as adding bits of attack and improving WS damage.

Maybe pumping MND will be better than STR once we get Paladin, but until then I don't think it is worth it.

[buritoslicer]

This part bothers me a bit. As the main tank class, GLA should be pumping VIT. However, only MRD gets the bonus to AA damage from VIT.

Is it really worth pumping MND for a little AA damage and a better Cure?

Pumping STR seems to be the better option since that increases AA damage as well as adding bits of attack and improving WS damage.

Maybe pumping MND will be better than STR once we get Paladin, but until then I don't think it is worth it.

Because of this I'm a bit concerned about my point allotments.... I am uneasy on spending my points in 1.20, especially with the fact that you can't reverse it yet. : /

[Kiara]

This part bothers me a bit. As the main tank class, GLA should be pumping VIT. However, only MRD gets the bonus to AA damage from VIT.

Is it really worth pumping MND for a little AA damage and a better Cure?

Pumping STR seems to be the better option since that increases AA damage as well as adding bits of attack and improving WS damage.

Maybe pumping MND will be better than STR once we get Paladin, but until then I don't think it is worth it.

Hi kro,

Some great points. I was thinking that myself.

And don't forget DEX (helps with Accuracy, Block Rate and Parry), so there's 4 stats (STR, VIT, DEX, MND) that potentially can really help Gladiator. It'll be interesting to see everyone's tests and findings on how effective each stat boost is for Gladiator.

[buritoslicer]

Hi kro,

Some great points. I was thinking that myself.

And don't forget DEX (helps with Accuracy, Block Rate and Parry), so there's 4 stats (STR, VIT, DEX, MND) that potentially can really help Gladiator. It'll be interesting to see everyone's tests and findings on how effective each stat boost is for Gladiator.

It's gonna be difficult for me to figure out my point allotments.... I'm definitely going to be scratching my head for a good hour or two :S

[Orophin]

It's gonna be difficult for me to figure out my point allotments.... I'm definitely going to be scratching my head for a good hour or two :S

Same here. I get the feeling Gladiator is still going to hit like a wet paper sack and won't rely on pure damage so much for tanking, so I may just split my points between VIT and DEX for survivability.

[buritoslicer]

Same here. I get the feeling Gladiator is still going to hit like a wet paper sack and won't rely on pure damage so much for tanking, so I may just split my points between VIT and DEX for survivability.

I'm thinking VIT primarily, some dex and then if I feel comfortable with it some MND