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Forum: Player vs. Player 12/04/07, 1:47 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 29,949
Posted By Altima
I have a suggestion for Mace Specialization. ...

I have a suggestion for Mace Specialization. Instead of a 3 second stun proc, what about a proc that decreases melee/casting speed and movement speed? The proc itself wouldn't be as potent as...
Forum: Player vs. Player 12/01/07, 12:34 PM
Replies: 716
Views: 151,290
Posted By Altima
I would think Sl/Sl or even Felguard is...

I would think Sl/Sl or even Felguard is preferable to UA when you're not running with a shadowpriest. Should you go UA, you would essentially present the opposition with two soft targets, and melee...
Forum: Public Discussion 11/05/07, 5:18 PM
Replies: 1,680
Views: 523,153
Posted By Altima
Back in the days of MC, we wiped due to a bad...

Back in the days of MC, we wiped due to a bad lava pack/ancient core hound pull on the bridge to Sulfuron/Golemagg. One of our shamans, Chaeson, ankhed and presumably started rezzing.

I stared at...
Forum: Public Discussion 11/05/07, 4:21 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,902
Posted By Altima
Sure there is. This is pure daydream, but that's...

Sure there is. This is pure daydream, but that's what this thread is about isn't it? I'm sure nobody is actively seeking to implement the ideas that come out of this thread.

In one of my previous...
Forum: Public Discussion 11/05/07, 3:48 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,902
Posted By Altima
It is my belief that action rpgs do not lend it...

It is my belief that action rpgs do not lend it self to the already established tanking mechanisms well, as the current means of generating threat is by modifiers and means of mitigation is by...
Forum: Public Discussion 11/05/07, 3:34 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,902
Posted By Altima
One way of getting rid of the threat table is to...

One way of getting rid of the threat table is to make the game more like a platformer. Take C'Thun for example: it is an encounter without any meaningful tank-and-spank elements (except for maybe...
Forum: Player vs. Player 06/09/07, 1:13 AM
Replies: 523
Views: 58,179
Posted By Altima
To address the survival issue, why not buff...

To address the survival issue, why not buff Deadened Nerves? Instead of 5% physical damage (pretty abyssmal for a talent that high up), make it 5% physical/5% magical or 10% physical.
Forum: Public Discussion 05/25/07, 9:54 AM
Replies: 1,946
Views: 498,904
Posted By Altima
Our first Magtheridon kill!...

Our first Magtheridon kill! :D

http://www.lossendil.com/wws/?report=zlxd5uaofkylw&s=11445,12151

This happened last night. Overall, it felt like the Channelers were going down slower than they did...
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/21/07, 5:11 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 20,737
Posted By Altima
Confirming Themorrigan's statement. No silence,...

Confirming Themorrigan's statement. No silence, no damage.
Forum: User Interface and AddOns 05/21/07, 4:38 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 145,552
Posted By Altima
Old habits die hard. I tried...

Old habits die hard. I tried the

/stopcasting
/cast Shadow Bolt

macro a few nights last week, and it takes getting used to. For instance, I unconsciously spam the SB button while a cast is...
Forum: Class Mechanics 05/21/07, 12:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,434
Posted By Altima
Savagery for the money conscious. Mongoose for...

Savagery for the money conscious.

Mongoose for those with money to spare.

Any caster-related enchant (30 int, 40 spell damage, spellsurge) is generally wasted.

Edit: on second thought, what are...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/17/07, 2:25 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 27,171
Posted By Altima
Of all the WoW-related videos I have on my hard...

Of all the WoW-related videos I have on my hard drive, Beckon's PvPriest 3 sticks out. Beckon's from Stonemaul, so seeing a quality video by someone you run into in the game world regularly is...
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/17/07, 11:31 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 22,420
Posted By Altima
I get so caught up harassing the other team's...

I get so caught up harassing the other team's healer/totems, I often mentally block out the fact that someone is beating on me... and I call for BoP way too late. Also, while I focus on the...
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/15/07, 1:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,465
Posted By Altima
Sounds like a fun team to run against teams that...

Sounds like a fun team to run against teams that heavily rely on its warrior anchor. I'd love to see a video of that team in action. It's possibly more gib-a-licious than Taco's 3 AP-Pyro mage 3v3...
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/15/07, 1:33 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,658
Posted By Altima
I feel that if the speed penalty is made more...

I feel that if the speed penalty is made more severe, it would put all the other classes at a drastic disadvantage. Sure, Druids can travel form in Coingrabland, but the same happens in WSG sans the...
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/15/07, 1:04 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,658
Posted By Altima
That would be a viable strategy, and that's why...

That would be a viable strategy, and that's why there is a speed penalty for each orb in possession.
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/15/07, 12:59 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,658
Posted By Altima
A coingrab kind of BG would be...

A coingrab kind of BG would be interesting.

Basic premise:

Every time an opponent dies, your team's orb collector automatically receives 1 orb of random color. In addition, the fallen opponent...
Forum: Player vs. Player 05/15/07, 10:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,465
Posted By Altima
My former warlock class leader is in a 2k+ rating...

My former warlock class leader is in a 2k+ rating 2v2 team right now with my former guild leader, a rogue. He is Nightfall/Shadowfury (geared for damage), the rogue is 41/0/20 Mutilate, and the team...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/15/07, 10:19 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 65,356
Posted By Altima
Last night marked my guild's 4th and 5th hours of...

Last night marked my guild's 4th and 5th hours of attempts on Magtheridon. Our DPS has improved greatly since we first tangoed with him, and we can consistently kill the 4th Channeler just as...
Forum: Class Mechanics 05/10/07, 11:05 AM
Replies: 2,447
Views: 676,174
Posted By Altima
Our most recent Gruul kill...

Our most recent Gruul kill (http://www.lossendil.com/wws/?report=1ruepj65u1g3q&s=3339,3680)

In practice, I make sure UA and Corruption are up at all times, with CoA and SL taking lower priority. ...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/08/07, 6:17 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 51,897
Posted By Altima
Wow, so that talent basically says "As long as my...

Wow, so that talent basically says "As long as my HPS is greater than your DPS, you can't kill me?"

It's an idea worth exploring, but as a passive ability it is very, very powerful. Maybe an...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/08/07, 1:22 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,593
Posted By Altima
Kazuki the Blaze Health: ~8,000,000 Melee:...

Kazuki the Blaze
Health: ~8,000,000
Melee: 6000/3000 MH/OH, unmitigated. Dual Wield.
Environment: Circular room. Raid enters from the south. There is an exist in the north. Closed gates in the...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/07/07, 10:57 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,259
Posted By Altima
Noted. Editing to reflect that.

Noted. Editing to reflect that.
Forum: Public Discussion 05/07/07, 10:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,259
Posted By Altima
I had a post regarding this issue on my guild...

I had a post regarding this issue on my guild forums since we took 6 warlocks to Gruul once and there were ample complaints of curses and DoTs being pushed off. Copied and pasted snippets relevant...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/07/07, 4:04 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 51,897
Posted By Altima
Spirit Link Requires 40 points in Holy Talents 8%...

Spirit Link
Requires 40 points in Holy Talents
8% base mana
30 yard range
1.5 sec cast

When active, 50% of damage taken by the caster is taken by the target, and 50% of healing taken by the target...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/07/07, 1:05 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 51,897
Posted By Altima
I would contend that in a raid situation,...

I would contend that in a raid situation, overhealing is inevitable, and a passive talent based on overhealing would ameliorate the situation. As for an activated ability based on overhealing, there...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/07/07, 12:13 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 51,897
Posted By Altima
Overheal -> mana return would be interesting, but...

Overheal -> mana return would be interesting, but the conversion factor needs some serious balance testing. Maybe a hard cap on the amount of mana returned?

Your overheals returns mana equal to 10%...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/07/07, 11:51 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 51,897
Posted By Altima
The problem here is that it still does not make...

The problem here is that it still does not make the 31 point talent PvE-friendly. If your tank gets crit, then there's something wrong with your tank. If your non-tanks get crit, then the chances...
Forum: Public Discussion 05/03/07, 11:00 AM
Replies: 2,625
Views: 439,440
Posted By Altima
Mobs can most definitely dodge from behind. ...

Mobs can most definitely dodge from behind. Nothing like opening with CS->Backstab and see Backstab dodged. >.<
Forum: Public Discussion 04/20/07, 12:46 PM
Replies: 1,946
Views: 498,904
Posted By Altima
Thanks. I just set the DBM combat log range to...

Thanks. I just set the DBM combat log range to 3, so I'll see how that works next week.
Forum: Public Discussion 04/20/07, 11:48 AM
Replies: 1,946
Views: 498,904
Posted By Altima
Slightly off-topic, but I think this is one of...

Slightly off-topic, but I think this is one of the better places to ask the question.

The following is the WWS link to our April 17th Gruul kill. It was a bugged kill, so no Shatters, no Hurtful...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/18/07, 12:47 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 63,524
Posted By Altima
Mighty Restoration technically is a caster flask...

Mighty Restoration technically is a caster flask - its effect is just underwhelming for warlocks. I'm glad I saved some Black Lotus. :)

Edit: nvm.
Forum: Public Discussion 04/11/07, 7:12 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
WARNING: What is contained below is satire. It...

WARNING: What is contained below is satire. It adds no new ideas to this expansive discussion - it is merely my distorted view of how herbalism and alchemy are and still will be affecting raiding. ...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/11/07, 2:32 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Slight derailment: what is everyone's feeling on...

Slight derailment: what is everyone's feeling on the lack of TBC replacement for Night Dragon's Breath and Whipper Root Tuber? I've heard that healers are hurting for old world Demonic/Dark Runes,...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/11/07, 2:13 PM
Replies: 999
Views: 240,340
Posted By Altima
We tried our hands at heroic Shattered Halls on...

We tried our hands at heroic Shattered Halls on Monday. The group composition was protection warrior, holy priest, shadow priest, marksman hunter, and affliction warlock. Needless to say, the 6-7...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/11/07, 9:44 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Slight derail - my guild too has a mixed level of...

Slight derail - my guild too has a mixed level of consumable usage. We flask our tanks, spot our healers a few Super Mana Potions, and beyond that it's every man for him- or herself. At a typical...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/11/07, 9:00 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Revisiting old issues here, bear with me. The...

Revisiting old issues here, bear with me.

The reason for the timer being that long is so that people with the flasks cannot run around the game world constantly flasked. Permaflasking would lead to...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 2:33 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Here's to wishful thinking: Make Flasks work...

Here's to wishful thinking:

Make Flasks work like Everlasting Underspore Frond (http://www.wowhead.com/?item=28111). On use, give the 2 hour buff that persists through death. 12 hour shared...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 12:59 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Duly noted. I too am surprised...

Duly noted. I too am surprised Netherbloom/Terocone is not as heavily camped as Dreamfoil/Gromsblood in the old world. To make a risky analogy, Netherstorm feels more like Winterspring than, say,...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 12:49 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
I think the implementation of something like...

I think the implementation of something like Alchemist's Stone (http://www.wowhead.com/?item=13503) is a step in the right direction for Alchemy. While leveling up, Alchemy mainly offered personal...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 12:40 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 15,551
Posted By Altima
The encounter that really wowed me in TBC is the...

The encounter that really wowed me in TBC is the Opera event in Karazhan. It's not particularly difficult, and it's not particularly "fantasy epic," but something about it hit a right note and made...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 12:27 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
The counterargument being guaranteed 2x Primal...

The counterargument being guaranteed 2x Primal Mights and chances for additional and the potentially absolutely ridiculous amount of Super Mana Potions and Ironshield Potions produced.

Having a...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 12:22 PM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Speaking of stupid, on weekends and Tuesdays I...

Speaking of stupid, on weekends and Tuesdays I see a huge increase in gem prices. I've seen Runed Living Rubies and Solid Star of Elunes sold for 80-90g on those days because people demand instant...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 11:52 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
I will be ready to take advantage of the...

I will be ready to take advantage of the situation.

Also, I think you are overestimating the price increase versus the cost reduction of not using the lesser elixirs. With that said, the cost of...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 11:45 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
The Adamantite Ore price on Stonemaul is...

The Adamantite Ore price on Stonemaul is disproportionately low compared to blue gems, especially Star of Elune and Living Ruby. A stack of Adamantite Ores is around 25-30g, and Star of Elune and...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/10/07, 11:18 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 138,851
Posted By Altima
Don't think of Jewelcrafting as a strict crafting...

Don't think of Jewelcrafting as a strict crafting profession (even though the name says so :) ), but instead as a service profession with more tangible benefits.

Furthermore, right now Jewelcrafting...
Forum: Class Mechanics 04/05/07, 1:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,355
Posted By Altima
As an affliction warlock, I find the hardest...

As an affliction warlock, I find the hardest thing to do is balance extra shadow damage against the hit rate of my destruction spells.

Right now I have 4/5 Suppression and 9.51% spell hit from gear....
Forum: Public Discussion 04/04/07, 5:52 PM
Replies: 1,946
Views: 498,904
Posted By Altima
Group composition: Crippa (combat swords...

Group composition:
Crippa (combat swords rogue)
Licked (2h fury warrior)
Cashed (pug extraordinaire resto shaman)
Kasim (20/0/41 warlock)
Keyzersoze (marksman hunter)

Consumables used by...
Forum: Public Discussion 04/04/07, 9:45 AM
Replies: 1,946
Views: 498,904
Posted By Altima
Alas, I apologize for the mis-information. I...

Alas, I apologize for the mis-information. I believe he respeced 2h Fury for PvE.
Forum: Public Discussion 04/04/07, 9:39 AM
Replies: 1,946
Views: 498,904
Posted By Altima
After Gurg posted the WWS for one of EJ's Gruul...

After Gurg posted the WWS for one of EJ's Gruul kills, one of our rogues finally decided to up his hit rating to 200+. Compared to the earlier SWStats meter I posted, he did so much better this time...
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