Are Druids Useless for Groups and Raids?

[Samoht]

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

In 6 man standard exp groups versatility just isn't needed. Your tank can do all the tanking, your cleric can do all the healing, and your enchanter (or bard) can do all the CCing. Your only decision for the last three slots is whether you want to do monk/dps/dps, monk/shaman/dps, dps/dps/dps, or shaman/dps/dps...which is usually just decided based on who's LFG atm.

This statement seems contradictory. It starts by assuming that a tank, healer, and enchanter/bard are always available, but then the last three spots are based on who is LFG. In the real world, enchanter/bards, clerics, and not even tanks are always readily available. That's where the druid shines. In most circumstances, they can effectively take the role of healer, CCer, or DPSer. And when all else fails, they can aggro kite.

They may not always be desired in a group but are often welcomed in the absence of alternatives.