monk gearing question with around 8k

[Splorf22]

Originally Posted by Khaleesi [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Use 2HB(Staff of Battle or Peace Bringer if you can afford it)until you have Epic, then put Stave of Shielding in offhand. In the meantime while levelling, use your fists to raise dual wield and keep it topped up.

When I was leveling up my monk, I would periodically test this. It's very close, but the Tranquil Staff outdamaged the fist/sos combination until L58 when the fist finally got the full 11 point damage bonus.

[Khaleesi]

Originally Posted by Splorf22 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

When I was leveling up my monk, I would periodically test this. It's very close, but the Tranquil Staff outdamaged the fist/sos combination until L58 when the fist finally got the full 11 point damage bonus.

Also, an inherent benefit of 2HB is you won't have to switch out your weapons to reduce the damage taken from a mob's damage shields.

I've always supported maximizing 2HB skill before dual wield for your reason and mine.

I don't talk about the Tranquil Staff though, that's either money wasted or money not well spent, when the Peace is same stats (effectively) for so much less.