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Im curious what people's choices are for the game.
Me personally it's pvp and end game pve im looking for, and for that i love healing so im going Smuggler Saw Bones  so kick ass throwing out healing from cover and rolling in to cover to get healing bonus's etc...
So come on whats your class spec and why did you choose that ? _______________ If you add me to MSN, tell me who you are 
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Coogee - Student 
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I loved the way Rift did it's multi build option where you could switch between them where needed to perform various and different roles. I had a PvE HoT Healer, PvE burst Healer, PvP and DPS specs I could switch too.
I remember playing in a hardcore PvP Warhammer guild and we use to have to constantly respec for PvE groups for equipment or our designated PvP role, cost a fortune to do and we usually had to do it 3-4 times a week. I guess what rift had to go with that was a story element that seemed to make it fit but I guess force users could adopted forms and non force users stances to change between selected builds but I think we're way past getting this added in and will just have to be content. _______________ Bro of many in a very deformed family tree || Formerly a Padawan of Motrec, Kenyon & Aphex AKA Quiet Guardian, QG and Coogie |
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Dacascos - Lowly Urchin 
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Quote: They have aimed to make the 'PVP' spec capable of doing all the PVE stuff as well, not sure if that covers hard core raiding style PVE if that's your thing.
Not sure to what degree they achieved their goal, but most of the discussions I read in the beta forums seemed to indicate that most builds were viable for both although some naturally being better than others at certain roles. Not sure what specs are geared for PVP for every adv class but, for example, the Guardian's Focus tree is roughly aimed at PVP. Still this isn't an area I'm an expert in so I'll stop there. I'd say play what appeals to you first and foremost, a tank can still PVE competently. A Shadow with a Kinetic Combat build for example. You could also just roll a Guardian and go Vigilance (damage) until you are max level then respec as required (full tank or PVP). I appreciate your effort but you seem to miss my point. The moment it becomes "x or y" I'd like another build available. PVE specs are viable in PVP and vice versa, yeh. But like I said somewhere else on these forums. I'm a highly competitive gamer and I'd like to get the best out of my build whatever I do. I just won't settle for decent at this and good at that. Like I said though. I can always just play Shadow instead. Thanks for the replies though _______________ PSN: Argantes XBL: Ravencloak My destiny lies where my fate leads me... |
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Alex Dkana - Staff 
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They have aimed to make the 'PVP' spec capable of doing all the PVE stuff as well, not sure if that covers hard core raiding style PVE if that's your thing.
Not sure to what degree they achieved their goal, but most of the discussions I read in the beta forums seemed to indicate that most builds were viable for both although some naturally being better than others at certain roles. Not sure what specs are geared for PVP for every adv class but, for example, the Guardian's Focus tree is roughly aimed at PVP. Still this isn't an area I'm an expert in so I'll stop there. I'd say play what appeals to you first and foremost, a tank can still PVE competently. A Shadow with a Kinetic Combat build for example. You could also just roll a Guardian and go Vigilance (damage) until you are max level then respec as required (full tank or PVP). _______________ To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield | Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken | Rhaiko D'kana - SWTOR EU Guild Co-Founder | Is it what the teacher, teaches? Or what the student learns? A Dkana |
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Dacascos - Lowly Urchin
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Reason I mainly ask is so I can make up my mind about what class to play.
I don't mind playing a tank class. I've played one in different games. Have a 50 warrior in Rift, a 55 Temp in Aion etc. But if it means I have to spec PVE stuff cause I'm limited to one build chart, I'll just play a Shadow instead. _______________ PSN: Argantes XBL: Ravencloak My destiny lies where my fate leads me... |
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Dacascos - Lowly Urchin 
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Quote: One build at this time. You can go to a skill point reset NPC, but I don't believe that is what you're talking about. Switching between builds has been under consideration by the developers, but it is not in at launch. One reason it isn't in is that offense isn't what PvP is all about. A tank can earn just as much points by protecting and absorbing damage. A healer can also earn by points by healing.
Yeah I get that. I was just trying to get a point across so people would get what I meant. I probably should have said PVE and PVP spec but you got the point anyways. Reason I ask is, we're limited to a certain amount of skill points. Meaning we will put points in to skills for PVE that are simply a waste in PVP and vice versa. But yeah, I hope they reconsider their stance on that. It was an amazing feature in other games like Rift. _______________ PSN: Argantes XBL: Ravencloak My destiny lies where my fate leads me... This comment was edited by Dacascos on Dec 12 2011 02:40pm. |
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R2D2 - Staff 
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Quote: I haven't played the Beta, so this is a question for those of you who have.
Is it possible to switch between several builds, like you could with Rift etc? I don't mean, classes, I mean actual builds within an advanced class. Can I go Defensive for PVE and Offensive for PVP or are you limited to one build with having to pay to change it every time? One build at this time. You can go to a skill point reset NPC, but I don't believe that is what you're talking about. Switching between builds has been under consideration by the developers, but it is not in at launch. One reason it isn't in is that offense isn't what PvP is all about. A tank can earn just as much points by protecting and absorbing damage. A healer can also earn by points by healing. _______________ "Do or do not, there is no try" Jedi Master Yoda Dual Saberist This comment was edited by R2D2 on Dec 12 2011 12:46pm. |
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Dacascos - Lowly Urchin
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I haven't played the Beta, so this is a question for those of you who have.
Is it possible to switch between several builds, like you could with Rift etc? I don't mean, classes, I mean actual builds within an advanced class. Can I go Defensive for PVE and Offensive for PVP or are you limited to one build with having to pay to change it every time? _______________ PSN: Argantes XBL: Ravencloak My destiny lies where my fate leads me... |
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Alex Dkana - Staff 
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I've heard the Guardian's focus tree is pretty good in PVP. Not tried it myself though. _______________ To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield | Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken | Rhaiko D'kana - SWTOR EU Guild Co-Founder | Is it what the teacher, teaches? Or what the student learns? A Dkana |
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R2D2 - Staff 
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I've played a Sith Juggernaut specced for DPS (direct equiv.) and I would have to say there is absolutely nothing wrong with their DPS, survivability or overall playability while levelling.
I don't think you'll be disappointed playing one, but at the same time the utility of a Jedi Knight is that they can main tank. You'll probably get more out of being dedicated DPS with another class, but you can definitely main DPS with a Jedi Knight/Sith Warrior. You get a healing companion early enough that you can level efficiently no what what spec you choose. Well, they are pretty bad in pvp, and their dps really starts to stink past level 30. In PvP, you really want to embrace the tank skills. Your protection skills will help you rack up points and medals. Guard plus your taunts work great. I've played Vanguard quite a bit, and that's where I really shine in PvP, absorbing damage and guarding teammates, usually the healers. _______________ "Do or do not, there is no try" Jedi Master Yoda Dual Saberist |
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Tallepyon - Student 
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Quote: I've played a Sith Juggernaut specced for DPS (direct equiv.) and I would have to say there is absolutely nothing wrong with their DPS, survivability or overall playability while levelling.
I don't think you'll be disappointed playing one, but at the same time the utility of a Jedi Knight is that they can main tank. You'll probably get more out of being dedicated DPS with another class, but you can definitely main DPS with a Jedi Knight/Sith Warrior. You get a healing companion early enough that you can level efficiently no what what spec you choose. Well, they are pretty bad in pvp, and their dps really starts to stink past level 30. |
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Rinzler - Student 
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I've played a Sith Juggernaut specced for DPS (direct equiv.) and I would have to say there is absolutely nothing wrong with their DPS, survivability or overall playability while levelling.
I don't think you'll be disappointed playing one, but at the same time the utility of a Jedi Knight is that they can main tank. You'll probably get more out of being dedicated DPS with another class, but you can definitely main DPS with a Jedi Knight/Sith Warrior. You get a healing companion early enough that you can level efficiently no what what spec you choose. _______________ I fite for teh usars!1 This comment was edited by Rinzler on Dec 03 2011 08:56am. |
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Rogue - Student 
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Well I want to play Jedi Guardian specced to DPS, purely because I only want one lightsaber. Been hearing bad things about their dps tree though. I guess I'll decide whether I'm tanking or dps'ing closer to release based on feedback on the new builds. _______________ I was a child when I joined the JA...scary. |
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Rinzler - Student
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I hear Shadow/Assassin tanks actually have super good damage mitigation. _______________ I fite for teh usars!1 |
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Janus - Retired 
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I'm thinking Jedi Consular, Shadow (Wouldn't be a JA moment without me slicing and dicing with a beer in one hand and a staff saber in another), but doing all Tank skills. _______________ Be honorable, be friendly, be trustworthy. Show respect to all whom you meet. Don't forget you learn when you win AND when you lose. Be the first to admit mistake AND the first to correct it. Be the shoulder for someone to lean on. Always remember those that sacrificed time to help you. Thank you Odan Wei, Vladarion, 3th, Moridin, n00b, Motrec, Faded, Leif, and Tido, you will not be forgotten as the ones to make you remember, it's all about fun... |
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Rinzler - Student
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Probs rolling Sith Juggernaut at this point _______________ I fite for teh usars!1 This comment was edited by Rinzler on Dec 01 2011 06:05am. |
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Alex Dkana - Staff
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Changed my mind regarding which Jedi class I'll play first. I really don't get on with the male JK's VA so I'm going to go with a Consular Shadow instead, double bladed lightsaber and all.
Eeewwwwwwww  Heh I know. I would much prefer a single blade, it's how I played KotOR regardless of class, but neither the Guardian or Sage appeals to me like the Shadow and Sentinel does. _______________ To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield | Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken | Rhaiko D'kana - SWTOR EU Guild Co-Founder | Is it what the teacher, teaches? Or what the student learns? A Dkana |
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Jaina D'Kana - Jedi Instructor 
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Quote: Changed my mind regarding which Jedi class I'll play first. I really don't get on with the male JK's VA so I'm going to go with a Consular Shadow instead, double bladed lightsaber and all.
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Squibit - Student 
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Probably my mains will be:
Squibit = Jedi Sage Archos = Sith Inquisitor _______________ Quote: fiZZe: its SIR Fizzy Fluffy :p Quote: FiZZ[JAK]: that was what I call a counter Ah, things you only ever expect to hear once 
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Alex Dkana - Staff
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I'm honestly playing two characters from day one but I'll give you their confirmed details:
-Jedi Consular, Shadow, mix of the defence and stealth trees. -Smuggler, Gunslinger, dirty fighting, most likely with some sharshooter. I've played some IA Operative healer and I can see why you love the Sawbones style set up Monteee, I'm going to save it for my eventual IA character myself though. Quote: Trooper Vanguard as a tank. I will be rolling female mainly because the female trooper is voiced by Jennifer Hale (Female Shepard and Bastilla).
Haha I know what you mean, when I heard her voicing the character it was a perfect fit. Same with the Imperial Agent (Jo Wyatt/female Hawke) <3). For any other DA2 and BioWare fans out there, other notable VAs include: Brian Bloom (Varric) voicing the male Trooper, and Steve Valentine (Alistair) voicing the male Sith Warrior. Popular speculation has Claudia Black voicing the female SW, Steve Barr voicing the male BH, and Grey Delisle voicing the female BH. There is a thread devoted to it but the forums are down at the mo. _______________ To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield | Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken | Rhaiko D'kana - SWTOR EU Guild Co-Founder | Is it what the teacher, teaches? Or what the student learns? A Dkana |
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Laziana - Jedi Instructor 
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I am still sold:
Jedi Consular / Sage, Healer Build I'll spec mostly in Seer. _______________ Proud owner of Buster Senatu's 200th & 300th, Muro's 370th, Maher's 2100th, Henkes' 1639th, Johauna's 400th, 666th and 900th, Sho Koon's 2000th and Kain Sol's 600th comment Download Laziana's lightsaber here! Glory to Arstozka! This comment was edited by Laziana on Nov 29 2011 05:22pm. |
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Tallepyon - Student 
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Trooper Vanguard as a tank. I will be rolling female mainly because the female trooper is voiced by Jennifer Hale (Female Shepard and Bastilla). This comment was edited by Tallepyon on Nov 29 2011 04:37pm. |
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Monteeeeeee - Nugget 
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Now thy people have tried it out is anyone sold on there main character yet?
I have been since like may smuggler scoundrel healer(sawbones) So come on list your MAIN not I'm gonna try this this and this. Just one class and what advanced role you will Take aswell as main tree you'll spec into ( for me it's sawbones ) _______________ If you add me to MSN, tell me who you are
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Cloud Senatu - Student 
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I'll most likely be a Jedi Knight/Guardian class.
I've always been more of a physical person than one to use the Force in games...and its no different in TOR.
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Alex Dkana - Staff
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Depending on how bothered you are about spoilers you can find info on all or at least most of the companions by now. Dont have a link to hand but a google search should find it. _______________ To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield | Unbowed, Unbent, Unbroken | Rhaiko D'kana - SWTOR EU Guild Co-Founder | Is it what the teacher, teaches? Or what the student learns? A Dkana This comment was edited by Alex Dkana on Nov 16 2011 08:21pm. |
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Siren_Mintaka - Student 
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Honestly, ever since around two summers ago, I've been itchin' for some dark side story.
As such, I'm doing all the Sith Empire classes... and maybe a Smuggler for the Republic. The difficulty I'm having is morality. Honestly, I want to say I'm doing Light Side Sith Inquisitor as my main, but it honestly depends on the companions for me. And I know my Bounty Hunter will be Light Side, too. We shall see... and it shall be quite interesting! - Rin_Mintaka _______________ Former padawan of RoseRed, and cofounder of the Wii! Triumvirate! Quote: In the words of Old Ben, "Not as retarded or as stupid as a public, but an elegant community for a more civilized age." - Jedi_Pimp
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