Paladins can tank:
~ all of Kunark ( including VS, I've done it dunno where that theory comes from they can't tank it -- considering VS is a runes, dps + tank agro fight you'd prefer a hybrid over a warrior )
~all of classic (not sure on new CT)
~hot named/mobs ( except flurries )
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I know all this because I did it with my paladin
it was getting close to 1450ac and still had a lot of room to grow before I gave it away
I can see in the future a 1550-1600ac super hybrid tanking mobs like derakor the vindicator been quite possible.
EQ tanks are balanced very well; you don't want a hybrid been able to compete with warriors outside of specific specialised fights where they are better suited for the job ( constant snap agro ).
I think mobs like Wuushi, Gozzrem, Lendiniara the Keeper, Telkorenar and Derakor will be the peak of hybrid tanks if they get a chance to prove it in the hybrid hating world that is P99 -- but at that point it's why bother? a semi geared warrior tank with defensive and a mallet will do the job.
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