Which class gets the most respect for being good at their class?

[RKromwell]

Aye, a well played Bard is a thing to behold.

[renegadeofunk]

So if I wanted to be a well-loved, unique snowflake, I'd start a bard? I was leaning toward enchanter as my first toon here, but you guys are starting to convince me otherwise... Is weaving 3 songs really more impressive than all the CC an enchanter is capable of?

[Tseng]

Druids. When I click that port button, people are like "DAMMMMMMMN, you're pro."

[Reiker]

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

So if I wanted to be a well-loved, unique snowflake, I'd start a bard? I was leaning toward enchanter as my first toon here, but you guys are starting to convince me otherwise... Is weaving 3 songs really more impressive than all the CC an enchanter is capable of?

It's more than just pressing buttons consecutively. A good bard knows when to mez, when to charm, when to add in beneficial songs, how to pull well (which incorporates all the basics of pulling such as avoiding adds, keeping a good pace, knowing exactly what the group can handle and how quickly, when a break is needed, etc).

[renegadeofunk]

I see what you mean... I think I'm sold. I'm definitely aiming at the most difficult class to play. When I started in vanilla EQ I was a mage and only played that class up through Kunark and about a month into Velious. It was fun when I was younger, but now it seems like too simple a class... summon pet, put on damage shield, pet attack and use one of your 2 DD spells.

Also, <3 Xenogears.

[Feather]

Terrible Bards are everywhere. A good Bard is rare and should be treasured.

[Chicka]

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

It's more than just pressing buttons consecutively. A good bard knows when to mez, when to charm, when to add in beneficial songs, how to pull well (which incorporates all the basics of pulling such as avoiding adds, keeping a good pace, knowing exactly what the group can handle and how quickly, when a break is needed, etc).

Given your previous derogatory quote about clerics: It's more than just pressing buttons consecutively.

[Tronjer]

A good maintank who can position, keep aggro and stay alive during a boss fight.

[Omnimorph]

I'd say a good bard is easier to notice than any other class.

[Chicka]

Really, anyone who shows exceptional ability in their class gets respect. Classism is for people who follow the herd, not for the people who figure shit out. Which would you want respect from? I think that's the bigger question - at least if it really is an ego thing for you.