I need to reinforce the idea that just because a job CAN put out top parses does not mean it WILL put out top parses. Every player is different and their ability to perform will grant different numbers. If you're the best at a class that isn't FotM, you stand to parse better than a class that is played at a lower skill level.

If we assume that there is a difference between what is realistic and what is optimal, arguing over what is optimal, then, is arguing over what is not realistic.

Unless you can aggregate a large number of parses in multiple different encounters, crying that something is broken and needs a nerf is an argument from ignorance. Where is the data? You saw a youtube video?

I put out pretty good DPS, but I also am beaten out. Am I better than other players? Is my class inherently more powerful? All I know is the boss goes down, everyone gets to roll for loot, and the group progresses. We have fun.

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