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Old 04-19-2012, 11:27 PM
Yanomamo Yanomamo is offline
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First of all I'd just like to remind everyone that examining the differences between all of these weapons is like splitting hairs.

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Originally Posted by Deverell [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]
You don't understand the game mechanics.
I only know what I've read (ive never tested anything myself), but I understand everything perfectly fine, thanks. A bit insulting, but since this is the internet, i forgive you if that wasn't your intention.

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Swinging faster is not better by itself. There is literally no benefit to the act of swinging faster. It's like flipping 1000 coins vs. flipping 10000 coins: you'll get more of both results with the latter because there's a bigger sample size, but the random variation is the same in principle.
Look, more chances removes risk. Take that for what you will, bit i find it valuable. There are many advantages and disadvantages to each weapon. I'm just trying to point out all of the factors involved

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Then come all the indirect disadvantages of a fast weapon: more incoming ripostes, more damage from damage shields, no use in duels etc.
Good point. I don't know what you mean by "no use in duels" though. Do you mean like how if you are only going to get a single hit in, you want a high front end?

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Also, 28 dly is the point where it gets 2h damage bonus at all. RFS gets the damage bonus of a 1h weapon, but its uniquely low delay still makes it good. 40 is the point where it starts to get extra damage bonus, up to like 75 dly where it stops.
This is really the most important point. I hadn't heard of this before, but if it is true then you are probably right.

/bow