I really like the Endwalker DRK...

[LordMaximos]

After messing about lvl 90 drk and doing the EX fights we have now, I feel like DRK is gaining some form of a unique identity. It does build up from the ShB DRK and it does feel disappointing that it didn't change all that much, but the small changes that the class got here and there have made it so that I really enjoy tanking as DRK very much!

I just want to know what others feel about the job since it still has issues with it, stuff like how other tanks have a much nicer and less hassle invul and how bloodweapon is still a massive pain on my sides... but besides that I'm really digging it!

[Sazuzaki]

You need only to look at the vast amount of DRK forum posts and the megathread to see how many people are disappointed with DRK on here.

Though, I'd avoid looking at them so it doesn't ruin your enjoyment in this class. I too started with ShB DRK, but grew rather disappointed when I discovered how it really was back then. Real MP management, augmentation abilities, you name it.

I am happy to see you're enjoying the class though, so don't let anyone dictate your opinion.

[Aluja89]

I don't think you really know what identity means. Since it doesn't have anything to form an identity.

You like it because it's Dark Knight, don't try to fool yourself.

[LordMaximos]

Well I identify drk as a crackhead tank that double weaves ever minute, and its so satisfying to do that. And honestly having two stacks of oblation is really fun as well. Whatever you say, this drk has a much better identity than ShB did. And man I love playing it so much! Yea I never played HW or SB drk but what we have now is honestly not as everyone make it out to be like its the worst tank ever… I just think drk is fun as hell!

[MagiusNecros]

The Delirium is strong with this one.

[ArthurATDayne]

After messing about lvl 90 drk and doing the EX fights we have now, I feel like DRK is gaining some form of a unique identity. It does build up from the ShB DRK and it does feel disappointing that it didn't change all that much, but the small changes that the class got here and there have made it so that I really enjoy tanking as DRK very much!

I just want to know what others feel about the job since it still has issues with it, stuff like how other tanks have a much nicer and less hassle invul and how bloodweapon is still a massive pain on my sides... but besides that I'm really digging it!

I really enjoy DRK too even in its current iteration. I had all these plans to Level PLD to 90 1st blah blah but DRK is too much fun to play and seems made for me to take advantage of.

Don't let this forum or other people detract you from your fun or tell you that you're suppose to be disappointed or feel like shit, I've read all sorts of comments from here, FFXIV reddit, FFXIVdiscussion etc about how DRK is suppose to be this or that, or you should feel X or Y, fuck all that and fuck everyone else. If it feels natural to you, you're having a blast and can take advantage of what the current iteration of DRK has to offer then go all in and enjoy.

[Valknut]

I leveled PLD to 90 first, and DRK to 90 2nd.

Its painful to run dungeons on PLD pre Requestcats* and pre TBN on DRK. I feel like both of them got things in ENDWALKER that feel mandatory to their kits. Its hard to play DRK without Obaltion/pepper'd earth now for some reason, and very hard to play PLD without their ENTIRE kit that is added in ENDWALKER.

I feel like I might have to level WAR or *shutter*Garbage breaker for a dungeon/duty tank.

[ArthurATDayne]

It's probably the way lower level dungeons are tuned but Pre-70 I don't find DRK bad at all, you learn to respect that 1-2-3 Soul Eater Combo as your primary lifeline HP Sustain with or without mitigation CDs and along with Abyssal Drain will get you pass level 69 OK.

Maybe it is intentional design or something but I always fall back on 1-2-3 Soul Eater Combo on trash packs to keep up HP Sustain when Mitigation, TBN and incoming heals aren't enough. Seems to work so far in EW too but it doesn't feel good, I feel like Unleash + Stalwart Soul should have a similar effect like 200 Heal Potency per Combo at least so it can be the AOE version of Soul Eater Combo.

Doesn't have to heal per mob, just a flat 200 Heal Potency each time AOE Combo is done- that should be just enough while Mitigation CDs + TBN, Abyssal Drain takes care of the rest.

I don't know if Tuesday's Patch 6.01 will give DRK additional HP Sustain or Mitigation/TBN Damage Negation but if DRK is going to have a bone thrown at it I hope that Unleash + Stalwart Soul AOE Combo gets some heal potency at least if they don't plan to buff Oblation with a HOT. Haven't had any issues with Dungeon/Trial bosses regardless of level, Trash Mob Packs is where Mitigation/Negation/HP Sustain is needed most.

[Shin96]

I agree there was a build up from ShB but DRK is severely lacking in self-sustain and HP recovery.

Problem is, this job needs a bit more attention than the three other tanks. Tanks overall feel.. underwhelming since 5.0 in my opinion.

We need an identity for this job; there's a bright future for DRK but it depends on the developers if they want to see it through.

Also nothing wrong with enjoying the current design, but people have a reference for the past regarding DRK and that's why you see so many people unsatisfied.

[LordMaximos]

yea I understand that, I just hope if they are going to change and adjust, they don't nuke everything and start all over again cause I see a really fun class here that could use more to feel amazing! I guess that's wait and see till next ultimate drops