Thanks for the responses. I think for a gcd button that apex is too weak on top of the long time it takes to charge the soul gauge to 100....

It is probably the reason why i cant play bard right now since its underwhelming in damage and janky in terms of trying to fit it in. I think its potency should be increased if it remains a gcd...i mean even afflatus misery is more satisfying and consistent to use than apex arrow