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Short answer, melee and ranged attacks only. Spells arent affected, though I'm certain someone will come up with some exception after I've done typing this.
Short answer, melee and ranged attacks only. Spells arent affected, though I'm certain someone will come up with some exception after I've done typing this.
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I actually can't remember running across Cracked Sashes. Maybe I just never noticed them.
What can I do to improve my Hammerdin's merc: All resists 75+, 9k damage, 11% LL, Lvl 81.
Honestly, this merc has died to a single flayer and shaman (don't ask how
a SINGLE pack of unique bone mages in seconds; a group of 4-5 claw vipers in Anya's tomb. It's terrible, and I swear I'm about to ditch him.
My hammerdin has almost no chance at getting through any decent spawns because the merc dies almost instantly, and the hammerdin can't tank anything either. Two hits (Frenzytaurs' first frenzy strike) to the 'din has done ~1100 damage, and another single attack (can't remember what from) did ~7-800 damage.
PS. If you didn't realise, this is a random question with no real answer. Just venting :wink3: I know the mercs gear works, because I've used worse on previous chars.
I actually can't remember running across Cracked Sashes. Maybe I just never noticed them.
What can I do to improve my Hammerdin's merc: All resists 75+, 9k damage, 11% LL, Lvl 81.
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Grand Crown
Defense: 337
Durability: 34 of 50
Required Strength: 103
Required Level: 49
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+25 to Dexterity
+50 to Life
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Fire Resist +33%
11% Life stolen per hit
83% Extra Gold from Monsters
Duriel's Shell
Cuirass
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Required Level: 41
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Lightning Resist +20%
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Cryptic Axe
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30% Chance to cast Level 21 Enchant When You Kill an Enemy
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Ethereal (Cannot be Repaired), Socketed (5: 5 used)Honestly, this merc has died to a single flayer and shaman (don't ask how
a SINGLE pack of unique bone mages in seconds; a group of 4-5 claw vipers in Anya's tomb. It's terrible, and I swear I'm about to ditch him.My hammerdin has almost no chance at getting through any decent spawns because the merc dies almost instantly, and the hammerdin can't tank anything either. Two hits (Frenzytaurs' first frenzy strike) to the 'din has done ~1100 damage, and another single attack (can't remember what from) did ~7-800 damage.
PS. If you didn't realise, this is a random question with no real answer. Just venting :wink3: I know the mercs gear works, because I've used worse on previous chars.
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Slap on a botd, eForti and Perf eGaze, nub..
this is not a real answearm hjsut spam
No, all non-seriousness(I don't know what's wrong with me today) aside, does he really die that easy with that gear and those stats? :shocked: or was taht a joke? :tongue:
in case you are serious the only real room for improvement is his level, and taht migth be hard if he just dies continuosly
Edit: might as well ask a Q: On a bowazon/poinsonjavazon (more of a bowazon with poison jav as 2nd attack) what would you aim for in gear and charms? I guess +skills is nice, but I dotn wanna sacrifice bowside damage too much, and psnjava is pratty high dmg as it is rigth? Of course some rares could give you best of both worlds (circlets with 2os, stats, 2ama skills, frw, resists,leeck anyone?) but realistically speaking, would you put on a pair of +3java/20 ias gloves or more bowa orientet? Use sharp GC's of *suffix* or harpoonist of *suffix*?
I'm having problem figuring out where to steer equipment, because all hybrid guides in the ama forum is basically a plaguejav zon with 1 pt in GA for pvp finisher :tongue:
Slap on a botd, eForti and Perf eGaze, nub..
this is not a real answearm hjsut spam
No, all non-seriousness(I don't know what's wrong with me today) aside, does he really die that easy with that gear and those stats? :shocked: or was taht a joke? :tongue:
in case you are serious the only real room for improvement is his level, and taht migth be hard if he just dies continuosly
Edit: might as well ask a Q: On a bowazon/poinsonjavazon (more of a bowazon with poison jav as 2nd attack) what would you aim for in gear and charms? I guess +skills is nice, but I dotn wanna sacrifice bowside damage too much, and psnjava is pratty high dmg as it is rigth? Of course some rares could give you best of both worlds (circlets with 2os, stats, 2ama skills, frw, resists,leeck anyone?) but realistically speaking, would you put on a pair of +3java/20 ias gloves or more bowa orientet? Use sharp GC's of *suffix* or harpoonist of *suffix*?
I'm having problem figuring out where to steer equipment, because all hybrid guides in the ama forum is basically a plaguejav zon with 1 pt in GA for pvp finisher :tongue:
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Looking at his gear, I'd say the lack of any IAS and a relatively slow weapon is what is causing at least part of your problem. Huge damage and lifeleech are good, but even better if you hit more often. Socketing the armor and helmet with Jewel's of Fervor should help. And one other option would be to replace the helmet with a Vamp Gaze for the precentile DR.
Looking at his gear, I'd say the lack of any IAS and a relatively slow weapon is what is causing at least part of your problem. Huge damage and lifeleech are good, but even better if you hit more often. Socketing the armor and helmet with Jewel's of Fervor should help. And one other option would be to replace the helmet with a Vamp Gaze for the precentile DR.
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@Drystan: Andariel's Visage and Treachery. =). If that's too expensive, then go with what Low Key said.
@zarfen: By bowazon, I'm guessing you mean strafe? It depends on what bow you have to be honest. A Windforce (or Faith, T_T) will allow you to gear up your javazon side a little bit more. A litlte more information is needed to answer that question.
@Drystan: Andariel's Visage and Treachery. =). If that's too expensive, then go with what Low Key said.
@zarfen: By bowazon, I'm guessing you mean strafe? It depends on what bow you have to be honest. A Windforce (or Faith, T_T) will allow you to gear up your javazon side a little bit more. A litlte more information is needed to answer that question.
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Cracked Demonhide Sash
Defense: 24
Durability: 1 of 3
Required Strength: 20
Required Level: 24
Item Version: 1.10 Expansion
Item Level: 64
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Re: The Questions Thread
I mentioned this in another thread but it was glossed over, so this is probably the place to ask instead.
I got two great drops (for me!) yesterday.
1. Etheral Blackoak Shield
2. Etheral Edge
What are these good for? I have no idea what to do with the shield. It has 524 defense which is awesome and would work well for the concentrate/iron barb I was planning to build, however it would eventually wear out and bust.
I figure I could maybe use it on an Act III merc for the defiant paladin I was going to make? Cant really think of any other uses!
Would the etheral edge be good for a standard werewolf? I've never made one but always wanted to.
I mentioned this in another thread but it was glossed over, so this is probably the place to ask instead.
I got two great drops (for me!) yesterday.
1. Etheral Blackoak Shield
2. Etheral Edge
What are these good for? I have no idea what to do with the shield. It has 524 defense which is awesome and would work well for the concentrate/iron barb I was planning to build, however it would eventually wear out and bust.
I figure I could maybe use it on an Act III merc for the defiant paladin I was going to make? Cant really think of any other uses!
Would the etheral edge be good for a standard werewolf? I've never made one but always wanted to.
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Ok, sorry for being unclear. Gear will most likely be built around my wf, I'm nowhere near a faith.
So my wf will require me to go for alot of ias obviously, but I'm not really sure what I will do... I will also probably use multi and only a few points in strafe, I will to make her a pvp/pvm character to as a far extent possible. I've been over bowazon discussions many times, but I brought it up again for more, new opinions, or if nothing else just because I love to discuss amazons.
I was thinking something alogn the lines of
wf
60 ias armor (not a plan one, but it varies on my luck and willingness to spend my mid-ish ed/ias jewels)/treachery
cats eye
ravenfrost
decent rare ring or another raven
20 ias gloves, which ones I'm not sure on yet
dungos or ias belt
boots: wt's or gores, or a nice rare pair if I have any.
a good looking hat
It's all pretty scrambled.
My last GA/psn amazon didnt turn out too well, after buildign her around wf I just couldnt reach desired speed without giving up everything else, regearign her to a psnzon with GA finisher, so the 20 pts in ga got kinda wasted.
Anyway since then I've collected some nicer gear and experience, and I also learned to LOVE her so she's definitly worth a remake :azn:
Well, after soem more though I guess she would be a pvp character not totally incapable of beating the game I guess :tognue:
Ok, sorry for being unclear. Gear will most likely be built around my wf, I'm nowhere near a faith.
So my wf will require me to go for alot of ias obviously, but I'm not really sure what I will do... I will also probably use multi and only a few points in strafe, I will to make her a pvp/pvm character to as a far extent possible. I've been over bowazon discussions many times, but I brought it up again for more, new opinions, or if nothing else just because I love to discuss amazons.
I was thinking something alogn the lines of
wf
60 ias armor (not a plan one, but it varies on my luck and willingness to spend my mid-ish ed/ias jewels)/treachery
cats eye
ravenfrost
decent rare ring or another raven
20 ias gloves, which ones I'm not sure on yet
dungos or ias belt
boots: wt's or gores, or a nice rare pair if I have any.
a good looking hat
It's all pretty scrambled.
My last GA/psn amazon didnt turn out too well, after buildign her around wf I just couldnt reach desired speed without giving up everything else, regearign her to a psnzon with GA finisher, so the 20 pts in ga got kinda wasted.
Anyway since then I've collected some nicer gear and experience, and I also learned to LOVE her so she's definitly worth a remake :azn:
Well, after soem more though I guess she would be a pvp character not totally incapable of beating the game I guess :tognue:
NagisaFurukawa
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Amulet: I would pick Highlords for the extra skill and LR.
Gloves: 3/20 or 2/20 javazon gloves would be good. Bow skills don't help that much.
Belt: Nosferatu's for the life leech you don't have. If you can get substantial life leech elsewhere, then I like Verdungo's for the FHR. =P.
I think 90 IAS would be the best BP to shoot for, assuming you'll be using Titan's Revenge. Then again, you have the potential to go much higher... You wouldn't happen to have Fortitude would you? =). Anyway, you still lack mana leech on your javelin switch. T_T. This is hurting my head.
Amulet: I would pick Highlords for the extra skill and LR.
Gloves: 3/20 or 2/20 javazon gloves would be good. Bow skills don't help that much.
Belt: Nosferatu's for the life leech you don't have. If you can get substantial life leech elsewhere, then I like Verdungo's for the FHR. =P.
I think 90 IAS would be the best BP to shoot for, assuming you'll be using Titan's Revenge. Then again, you have the potential to go much higher... You wouldn't happen to have Fortitude would you? =). Anyway, you still lack mana leech on your javelin switch. T_T. This is hurting my head.
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rolleyes:
In pvp you want to run FAST unless you can teleport, so I'm not sure if the great bonuses of HL would outweigth the frw of cats eye. I got a pair of 3/20's actually, but I migth try and get my hand on a rare 2/20 pair with nice other stats as well.
I don't have a fortitude, but I don't see aquiring one as a complete impossibility. For PVM'ing, I could use any ml rign I guess, since I don't thin ka wfzon depents on her #2 ring.
Pvm I got pretty sorted out, since I would just play her as the regular bowazon and throw some psnjavas some times in between. But for pvp I need some more gear help sicne I want to utilise both bowazons psychical damage and the psnjava's.
Hmm,hmm my head is hurtign now xD
Also, for pvp I can't rely on nos coil as most pvp's in the spf are GM, hence slow is forbidden.
To add to your headache
rolleyes:In pvp you want to run FAST unless you can teleport, so I'm not sure if the great bonuses of HL would outweigth the frw of cats eye. I got a pair of 3/20's actually, but I migth try and get my hand on a rare 2/20 pair with nice other stats as well.
I don't have a fortitude, but I don't see aquiring one as a complete impossibility. For PVM'ing, I could use any ml rign I guess, since I don't thin ka wfzon depents on her #2 ring.
Pvm I got pretty sorted out, since I would just play her as the regular bowazon and throw some psnjavas some times in between. But for pvp I need some more gear help sicne I want to utilise both bowazons psychical damage and the psnjava's.
Hmm,hmm my head is hurtign now xD
Also, for pvp I can't rely on nos coil as most pvp's in the spf are GM, hence slow is forbidden.
NagisaFurukawa
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@zarfen: If it's a PvP build you need, then I can no longer be of service (zero experience). Another important bit of information, however, would be the shield you plan to use on your javelin switch. Good luck! It seems like an interesting build.
@zarfen: If it's a PvP build you need, then I can no longer be of service (zero experience). Another important bit of information, however, would be the shield you plan to use on your javelin switch. Good luck! It seems like an interesting build.
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Yes, in all honesty, he does die that easily. Against fast ranged monsters (rogue archers Act 5) he stands almost no chance. If he can hit them, he leaches over half his life back, but he can't catch them before he dies.
I'll try get a few levels, but levelling isn't quick anymore.
Thanks for the advice. :grin:
2. My FuryWolf used an Ethereal Edge. They're a fun build, so I think it's worth going for. My wolf didn't have too much troubles (except with PI's,) so the Eth Edge is a good weapon. I'm sure there are better, but it worked very well for mine.
GL with the new wolfy! :thumbsup:
I think it was last night. A lot of people were feeling spammy, myself included.zarfen said:
Yes, in all honesty, he does die that easily. Against fast ranged monsters (rogue archers Act 5) he stands almost no chance. If he can hit them, he leaches over half his life back, but he can't catch them before he dies.
I'll try get a few levels, but levelling isn't quick anymore.
I don't exactly have any spare socket quests. All that I do have already have a specific purpose. No spare Vamp Gaze either. =/Low Key said:
I've got an Adariel's Visage already in the chars stash, but need 2 more levels for it. Might try some Alvl 85 and more Eldritch running. The Treachery, I've got all the runes for except a Lem. I need 1 Ko, Fal, or Lem, and have been running Countess with no luck so far.NagisaFurukawa said:
Thanks for the advice. :grin:
1. Probably not useful. It'll wear out on the char, and Act 3 mercs aren't all that useful. Their damage really suffers. It also has no resists, which is what I go for when looking for shields.Kitriara said:
2. My FuryWolf used an Ethereal Edge. They're a fun build, so I think it's worth going for. My wolf didn't have too much troubles (except with PI's,) so the Eth Edge is a good weapon. I'm sure there are better, but it worked very well for mine.
GL with the new wolfy! :thumbsup:
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Okay, this is less of a question and more of a 'someone tell me I'm not mad' thing, but anyway. I was playing a wolf a few seconds ago, and I had feral rage up and running past monsters to get to the Countess's Tower, when I see a unique pack of blood hawks. Half way through running past them I click to attack fury, and then things went weird. My wolf turned and started to swing, but was sliding past the whole pack while swinging away at them, and then slid in a curve to the rear of the pack while still swinging, all of this in about 2 seconds. It was the most bizarre thing I've ever seen before.
So my question is: wtf happened? Someone tell me I'm not mad and they know what I'm talking about >.>
Okay, this is less of a question and more of a 'someone tell me I'm not mad' thing, but anyway. I was playing a wolf a few seconds ago, and I had feral rage up and running past monsters to get to the Countess's Tower, when I see a unique pack of blood hawks. Half way through running past them I click to attack fury, and then things went weird. My wolf turned and started to swing, but was sliding past the whole pack while swinging away at them, and then slid in a curve to the rear of the pack while still swinging, all of this in about 2 seconds. It was the most bizarre thing I've ever seen before.
So my question is: wtf happened? Someone tell me I'm not mad and they know what I'm talking about >.>
DeathMaster
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You are mad.
But, I guess it was really just animation stuff up.
I noticed that if you fury and has too much fast run, you can do some strange things.
You are mad.
But, I guess it was really just animation stuff up.
I noticed that if you fury and has too much fast run, you can do some strange things.
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Damned, You've stolen plans for my future zon :grin:
Mine will be just for PvM and with completelly different gear, but hopefully succesfull...If yes, i want to prepare Guardian thread, but i've not started yet
Damned, You've stolen plans for my future zon :grin:
Mine will be just for PvM and with completelly different gear, but hopefully succesfull...If yes, i want to prepare Guardian thread, but i've not started yet
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Haha, that reminds me of how you can skate in town if you keep hitting the stand still attack key. You can do 180, full spins, the whole nine yard. We should hold a contest in D2 figureskating :laugh:
I mean I'm not the only one who's getting this, right?
EDIT: Wow guys, I did a 540!! XD
EDIT2: OMG, 720!!! That tops it, I think
You'd need hacks to do anything more.
Haha, that reminds me of how you can skate in town if you keep hitting the stand still attack key. You can do 180, full spins, the whole nine yard. We should hold a contest in D2 figureskating :laugh:
I mean I'm not the only one who's getting this, right?
EDIT: Wow guys, I did a 540!! XD
EDIT2: OMG, 720!!! That tops it, I think
You'd need hacks to do anything more.
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@Zarfen:
PvP Sidewinder (PJ, CS, GA) v1.0 by Liquid_evil (who he? :grin
It's also covered to a certain extent in Sint & Cos PvP Bible.
@Zarfen:
PvP Sidewinder (PJ, CS, GA) v1.0 by Liquid_evil (who he? :grin
It's also covered to a certain extent in Sint & Cos PvP Bible.
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