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Forum: Paladins 02/11/11, 12:51 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
HotR can miss. For single target tanking CS is...

HotR can miss. For single target tanking CS is unquestionably the leader for HoPo generation with the recent buff.
Forum: Paladins 02/09/11, 8:05 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Since Theck didn't post it directly in this...

Since Theck didn't post it directly in this thread I'm copying from his Tankadin thread that he linked in his previous post...



I've left IHSH9 in the OP for now but if as Theck suggests the change...
Forum: Paladins 02/07/11, 8:38 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Based on the currently published patch notes...

Based on the currently published patch notes there is no change to AS. Rereading it now I see the verbiage is confusing; I've rewritten it so it is clearer.
Forum: Paladins 02/07/11, 1:31 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
I've added a dedicated section to the Field...

I've added a dedicated section to the Field Manual regarding how interrupts, silences, and stuns work into our repertoire.



I'm open to comments regarding how much we should be depended on to...
Forum: Paladins 02/03/11, 6:32 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
I've updated the OP to reflect that hit/expertise...

I've updated the OP to reflect that hit/expertise capping is no longer a major issue though I've broken the reforging tips into two parts. The New Way and The Old Way; the new being the strategy to...
Forum: Paladins 01/26/11, 11:38 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 283,636
Posted By emptyrepublic
Eye for an Eye doesn't mitigate. Reflected damage...

Eye for an Eye doesn't mitigate. Reflected damage is calculated after any mitigation from resistance/cooldowns/etc.
Forum: Paladins 01/13/11, 2:33 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
I've done a few more updates, touching up things...

I've done a few more updates, touching up things here and there. Given the recent confusion regarding how to calculate 102.4% to get full CTC (combat table coverage) I've made up what I think is a...
Forum: Paladins 01/12/11, 11:20 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
I deliberately stay away from making specific...

I deliberately stay away from making specific recommendations in this regard because with how content is now and the philosophy that Blizzard has stated with this expansion one gemming/gearing method...
Forum: Paladins 01/01/11, 8:17 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Alright, I've updated the manual with a new...

Alright, I've updated the manual with a new section called Trends in Paladin Tanking in order to track oddities or exceptions relating to how things are "normally" done. The only thing covered so far...
Forum: Paladins 12/30/10, 3:32 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
I'm pretty much in agreement with this line of...

I'm pretty much in agreement with this line of thinking. Take whatever hit/exp you get from gear "as is" and work on improving survivability. TPS regularly exceeds 20-25k especially on single target...
Forum: Paladins 12/17/10, 12:15 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
This is a question I don't think can be answered...

This is a question I don't think can be answered very well right now. The point you are making is speaks to the eternal argument of avoidance versus mitigation. Realistically speaking it's not...
Forum: Paladins 12/15/10, 5:08 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
The highest rating as listed on your paper doll....

The highest rating as listed on your paper doll. Which item you reforge is up to you since that is too complicated to answer in general.
Forum: Paladins 12/10/10, 6:09 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
I have updated the manual with what I feel is a...

I have updated the manual with what I feel is a much better organized rotation/queue section. I've listed 939 and its current variations. Additionally I've done a few other minor corrections (mostly...
Forum: Paladins 12/10/10, 1:38 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 283,636
Posted By emptyrepublic
The gems listed are gems that tanking Paladins...

The gems listed are gems that tanking Paladins should be looking for; there is not a specific gem recommendation. The order in which they are listed is entirely arbitrary. The gem you choose depends...
Forum: Paladins 12/06/10, 11:21 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Theck, are your numbers now confirming your...

Theck, are your numbers now confirming your previous thought that CS surpasses HotR as the 3s ability at level 85 for the single target rotation? Also, to confirm, is it correct that once we have the...
Forum: Paladins 12/06/10, 5:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 70,972
Posted By emptyrepublic
Out of curiosity are the old threads being...

Out of curiosity are the old threads being trashed or transfered into some archive? Wonder if I need to edit my quotes so the redirects don't go into a dark pit.
Forum: Paladins 12/06/10, 3:34 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Field Manual Development Clearing House The...

Field Manual Development Clearing House

The Cataclysm Tanking/Protection Field Manual for Paladins is a living document in that patches and other changes to Warcraft necessitate that the field...
Forum: Paladins 12/06/10, 3:34 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Post reserved for future use.

Post reserved for future use.
Forum: Paladins 12/06/10, 3:32 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 2,249,759
Posted By emptyrepublic
Cataclysm Tanking/Protection Field Manual :: Updated Feb 9, 2011 (4.0.6)

Updated: February 9, 2011

Disclaimer
The purpose of the Field Manual to assist you in being a better Paladin tank. The goal is to provide the best and most accurate information possible so you can...
Forum: Paladins 12/02/10, 6:37 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Of course when I'm out of town I get hit with...

Of course when I'm out of town I get hit with lots of PMs regarding the manual. No problem though I've parsed the messages and folded the vast majority of the changes into the field manual. The large...
Forum: Paladins 11/29/10, 4:48 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Manual has been updated once more and all level...

Manual has been updated once more and all level 80 references should be gone at this point. Please let me know if I missed something. Also all reference should be to 85 now with appropriate ratings...
Forum: Paladins 11/25/10, 2:03 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Time for another update. I've updated the talent...

Time for another update. I've updated the talent builds for level 85 characters. Comments, suggestions or alternate builds are welcome as usual. I've also updated the section on rotation models to...
Forum: Paladins 11/23/10, 5:27 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Might I suggest you also fold Hammer of Wrath...

Might I suggest you also fold Hammer of Wrath into that? Otherwise it's a good flow chart.
Forum: Paladins 11/23/10, 3:44 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Alright, I've updated the manual to reflect the...

Alright, I've updated the manual to reflect the 4.0.3a changes. I believe I've gotten everything relating to Protection. I encourage regulars to please give it a once over and PM me if there are any...
Forum: Paladins 11/15/10, 4:52 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
This was more or less the conclusion I came to as...

This was more or less the conclusion I came to as well. To be fair when Gesalbte sent me the macros last week I tested them on live and as macros they work. Whether it's ideal to manage the rotation...
Forum: Paladins 11/09/10, 1:56 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
I've updated the manual with reforging...

I've updated the manual with reforging information. I believe it's as comprehensive as it needs to be. I'm sure more could be said, but I think any more information would only serve to confuse...
Forum: Paladins 11/04/10, 2:36 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
I have done a few updates to the manual, the most...

I have done a few updates to the manual, the most important this time being an update to the section referring to the rotation. I've laid out a hopefully clear and correct explanation on doing a 9/3...
Forum: Paladins 10/28/10, 4:13 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
I stumbled into the Unholy DK thread and saw this...

I stumbled into the Unholy DK thread and saw this as a reforging how-to and would like to shamelessly steal it for the purposes of the field manual.



Here are my thoughts on how it would work for...
Forum: Paladins 10/26/10, 5:48 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Not a big update this time, the main thing is I'm...

Not a big update this time, the main thing is I'm beginning to fill in the enchants section (http://elitistjerks.com/f76/t106477-4_0_1_tanking_protection_field_manual_fordrings_groupies/#Enchants)....
Forum: Paladins 10/15/10, 5:19 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Alright, I've done about 20-25 small to moderate...

Alright, I've done about 20-25 small to moderate changes to the field manual. If you suggested something to me but I did not include your revisions it could be because it was too vague, similar to...
Forum: Paladins 10/14/10, 4:54 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
Thank you for the feedback thus far everyone....

Thank you for the feedback thus far everyone. Stuff that is quick to correct I've been correcting as I get it; some people are giving me more detailed information to put in and I have a scratch sheet...
Forum: Paladins 10/14/10, 3:21 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
4.0 Tanking/Protection Field Manual :: To Do List

Thread Introduction

Okay, so here's the start of what will hopefully become a very comprehensive and complete guide for Cataclysm Paladin tanking. Presently I believe I have a good start on the...
Forum: Paladins 10/14/10, 3:20 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
This post reserved for future use.

This post reserved for future use.
Forum: Paladins 10/14/10, 3:20 AM
Replies: 185
Views: 667,931
Posted By emptyrepublic
4.0.3a Tanking/Protection Field Manual :: Fordring's Groupies (Updated: Dec 2, 2010)

Updated: December 2, 2010

==Introduction==
Paladins have gone through significant changes with the introduction of 4.0 and Cataclysm. As such many of the fundamental mechanics that had become very...
Forum: Paladins 10/12/10, 1:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 70,972
Posted By emptyrepublic
I'd really like some analysis from anyone who has...

I'd really like some analysis from anyone who has done tanking in the Beta. I've had time to mess around some, but not a lot. One of my priorities for the new 4.0 tanking guide is to have a strong...
Forum: Paladins 10/11/10, 4:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 70,972
Posted By emptyrepublic
I have a good start on the 4.0.1/Cata...

I have a good start on the 4.0.1/Cata Protection/Tanking thread. It will not be ready by tomorrow, but I hope to have it up by the end of the week.
Forum: Paladins 07/21/10, 2:57 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 237,137
Posted By emptyrepublic
I want to divert the discussion a bit towards our...

I want to divert the discussion a bit towards our rotation for tanking. The current 9/6 system is clearing going away, but I'm not seeing a new rotation mechanic forming up. With the introduction of...
Forum: The Dung Heap 06/04/10, 3:01 PM
Replies: 30,103
Views: 1,886,042
Posted By emptyrepublic
Hey, he's the only other person I've ever seen...

Hey, he's the only other person I've ever seen from Korialstrasz on the entirety of the forums. Be nice. :(
Forum: Paladins 02/04/10, 1:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 258,123
Posted By emptyrepublic
Paladin Protection / Tanking FAQ

Protection / Tanking
Valid through Patch 3.3.5 - 4.0.1 Version of the FAQ Coming Soon

Q: What spec should I use for Paladin tanking?
A: The starter cookie cutter spec can be found here...
Forum: Public Discussion 01/03/10, 2:40 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 18,211
Posted By emptyrepublic
Perhaps a poop...

Perhaps a poop scooper!

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PGvSoaafXiI/SGDC6-HPfUI/AAAAAAAACcU/w5M50l1KWMc/s400/barbie-pooper-scooper.jpg
Forum: Public Discussion 12/08/09, 5:06 PM
Replies: 877
Views: 580,203
Posted By emptyrepublic
So for several weeks now (this is a pre-3.3...

So for several weeks now (this is a pre-3.3 problem) I've been having a problem with the WoW launcher on my desktop running Windows 7. I deliberately installed WoW outside the Program Files folder to...
Forum: Paladins 12/03/09, 2:34 PM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 4,152,576
Posted By emptyrepublic
Properly speced/geared protection paladins should...

Properly speced/geared protection paladins should not be suffering mana problems, especially during boss fights. You do not sacrifice the rotation to improve your mana situation. Judge wisdom, keep...
Forum: Paladins 10/28/09, 1:04 PM
Replies: 1,539
Views: 808,095
Posted By emptyrepublic
It also cuts down on the survivability of those...

It also cuts down on the survivability of those specs in general. Even with only 800 SP (easily attainable by "standard" Ret and Prot paladins) the SS procs absorb ~1k damage. Assuming a best case...
Forum: The Dung Heap 09/30/09, 1:09 PM
Replies: 30,103
Views: 1,886,042
Posted By emptyrepublic
- You should not be taking it so you can take...

- You should not be taking it so you can take Vindication. If there are no other Paladins in your group the DPS can live with a flat 550AP boost.

- 9/6 Rotation should be always used regardless of...
Forum: Public Discussion 09/29/09, 12:51 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 29,048
Posted By emptyrepublic
Maybe I'm the dumb one but I don't get the point...

Maybe I'm the dumb one but I don't get the point of his rant at all aside from his stream of complaints regarding how Blizzard does something.
Forum: Paladins 09/22/09, 1:00 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 336,450
Posted By emptyrepublic
It depends. The changes are based around a 2 STA...

It depends. The changes are based around a 2 STA to 1 STR ratio (which is roughly the case with most tanking gear). If you have 2000 STA and 1000 STR (before buffs, etc) you will see no TPS...
Forum: Public Discussion 09/10/09, 1:16 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 17,883
Posted By emptyrepublic
Don't forget that they are nerfing Anal...

Don't forget that they are nerfing Anal Penetration in the next patch and Disciple of Ron is being changed to a Tier 1 talent for twinks.
Forum: Paladins 08/26/09, 1:24 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 336,450
Posted By emptyrepublic
The damage for Hand of Reckoning is 1 + (.5 x...

The damage for Hand of Reckoning is 1 + (.5 x AP). So you will do holy damage equivalent to the strength displayed in your character sheet (~1000-1200 for decently geared tanks), assuming you don't...
Forum: Paladins 08/14/09, 4:55 PM
Replies: 1,539
Views: 808,095
Posted By emptyrepublic
Beyond the merits of crit and mp5 I'm wondering...

Beyond the merits of crit and mp5 I'm wondering where else in the Holy tree you would put those 2 points to get access to Beacon. For PvE healing the general consensus is that anything else out of...
Forum: Public Discussion 08/11/09, 1:06 PM
Replies: 660
Views: 245,954
Posted By emptyrepublic
A note on Eadric the Pure I did not see mentioned...

A note on Eadric the Pure I did not see mentioned in this thread yet. When he does his Hammer of Justice the debuff is a clear-able "Magic" debuff. If you can remove the debuff on your own (Bubble,...
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