Newb questions and intro

[Ando]

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

I like the warrior so far, but heard monks tank just as well? Does this hold true in the later levels? Id hate to level my warrior up, only to have sub-par tanking capabilities. Also, are warriors wanted by groups frequently?

Warriors are by far the best tanks end-game. However, early they suffer due to lack of aggro holding capabilities. Once they get to a high enough level that weapons proc for them they can tank well though. Paladins and Shadowknights outperform them for many levels though.

Warriors are probably tied with Rogues for being the hardest class to start out with. You are incredibly gear dependent and with almost no means of soloing past your late teens / early 20s.

That said, play what you want to play. Personally I'd recommend something that can at least solo half decently and is not totally gear dependent but that's just me. You'll be fine if you have long stretches of time you can devote to grouping.

[Sorock]

Allant!

I sent you tells and sat and hailed and buffed you last night!

I will assume you were AFK like a boss so my feelings aren't hurt. [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I should have a set of rhino hide for your if you are still not in gear, saw you had a nice rusty and iksar shield!

I'll look for you again tonight.

[Allant]

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

I have a 49 Iksar Warrior. My play time leaves much to be desired so I may not be a good example but I'll share my 2 copper pieces. Grouping up was mostly what made it fun (dont be afraid to send /tells to ppl to group up.) Find some others in your lvl range & coordinate your play times together if you get erratic play times like some.
From what I was told by other higher lvl people was that warriors are needed for raids and life is rough until 50s when the disciplines come into use.

Yeah I am big on grouping. That's what made the original game so fun, a combination of the difficulty and constant grouping. Good advice.. I will be actively looking for groups. Right now grouping is a little hard to find at lvl 4, but as soon as it is viable I will be grouping as much as possible.

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

Warriors are by far the best tanks end-game. However, early they suffer due to lack of aggro holding capabilities. Once they get to a high enough level that weapons proc for them they can tank well though. Paladins and Shadowknights outperform them for many levels though.

Warriors are probably tied with Rogues for being the hardest class to start out with. You are incredibly gear dependent and with almost no means of soloing past your late teens / early 20s.

That said, play what you want to play. Personally I'd recommend something that can at least solo half decently and is not totally gear dependent but that's just me. You'll be fine if you have long stretches of time you can devote to grouping.

Are there any good agro weapons or items I can get my hands on Pre-lvl 50-60?

I don't mind being a little weaker than Paladins and SKs for a while, as long as it isn't forever hehe. To be honest, I love playing warriors so I am totally willing to suffer through the levels to get to that end game beast mode-tank status.

The problem is that I don't have a lot of time to dedicate to grouping.. it could be a few hours or more per night. But I am actively looking for someone to duo with, which alleviate my lack of soloing capability post level 20 and 30 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

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

Allant!

I sent you tells and sat and hailed and buffed you last night!

I will assume you were AFK like a boss so my feelings aren't hurt. [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I should have a set of rhino hide for your if you are still not in gear, saw you had a nice rusty and iksar shield!

I'll look for you again tonight.

Sorry Sorock!! I did see that you send me tells and appreciate you coming out to help. Unfortunately I was AFK pretty much all night. Ended up getting on late and saw your msg, tried to msg back but it was too late hehe[You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]. I will be getting on tonight for sure and will message you then.

[Ando]

I think it is around lvl 37 that weapons begin to proc, such as the ones with the Ykeshka (sp?) proc.

[Allant]

Just hit lvl 6 and still going to continue on with the warrior. Even if it's a challenge to get to 50. Got some banded gear so far and a sheild and weapon dropped from skeles. So far so good!