AA ideas for a 4-box of necros?

[Malles]

Yeah, not a typical question.  Or one that really needs a definite answer, but I thought Id bounce some of my ideas off the experts.I 4-box.  Normally Illusionists, but thought Id go back to my necros for a bit.  I dont play much, and cancel my account practically every month.  And I just started the 4th necro, so he still needs to level up a bit.So I have a few ideas.1.  One Tank pet and three Warlock Pets.  Three guys go Intelligence for the Warlock pets.  Then taking the Grave line to improve the Warlock resists.  For the Tank character, Im a bit torn.  Tainted Heals sounds kinda obvious, but I normally dont use debuffs too often - since 4 necros drop stuff fast.  And Id need the heals when the tank was getting low on health, and I want to debuff early.  Sounds contradictory, but people like this line I guess.Stamina line also sounds obvious, but Im not sure about how useful this would really be given how fast I hope to drop mobs.Ive also never played with Warlock pets.  I guess they AE lifetap, which sounds perfect with one Tank holding aggro.  2.  All four characters taking the Wisdom line.  I have flexibility here.  If I have one tank and three mages, they all get defense/combat/spell bonuses.  The tank can transfer health to a warlock.  They can all prevent health loss by losing power - good for tanks and warlocks.  Maybe four Scout pets, as I hear they tear stuff up - and since their health isnt always the greatest they get the defense and ability to transfer health between each other.  Or four tanks can hold aggro forever, and have a sick amount of life to play with.3.  All four characters taking the Strength line.  The parry would be ok.  No idea what the dagger is like.  Crit increases would be nice.  And I thought four tank pets Imploding might put out some serious damage.  And Imploding one pet, while the others hold aggro, resummon and cycle through all four.4.  All four guys doing the Rotting Line.  The Rot, Coil and Pestilence abilities all sound very useful.  Bleeding wouldnt hurt.  But Lifeburn would be restricted quite a bit - every five minutes.  But I guess it could be possible to just cycle through LBs on different mobs using four tank pets to hold aggro.I am leaning against (1) since it requires me to always run one Tank and Three Warlocks; and this might not be the best strategy all the time.  (2) might require a bit more micromanaging that I want to do, and it plays VERY defensive, and normally laying out fast damage is best.(3) has some cool possibilities if Implode is worth it.  Not sure if the Parry or Dagger end up being wasted points though.(4) seems the most useful in a straight forward way.  Lifeburn sounds great for damage, and cycling might not be that difficult.I know, definitely an obscure type question.Suggestions, comments?Thanks,Mal

[WasFycksir]

<p>Ironic post indeed, as just yesterday I saw a FP bot group on Nagafen that used a tank, fury and 4 necro's.  The nec's all had the scout pet out.  Looked quite cool when they all attacked.</p><p>Not making an accusation, so don't get all bent, just saying it's ironic is all.</p><p>And don't forget you did ask for comments...</p>

[Ragnaphore]

<p>I would start with 1. then when you have more AA go for 4. (a no brainer) and 3. to max crits. at least.</p><p>2. isn't that good IMO, the heals are weak vs Tainted Heal. the +def is of no real use on other than tank pet and you could get almost the same for less AA if you put point on Enhance Warrior pet.</p>

[Malles]

<cite>WasFycksir wrote:</cite><blockquote><p>Ironic post indeed, as just yesterday I saw a FP bot group on Nagafen that used a tank, fury and 4 necro's.  The nec's all had the scout pet out.  Looked quite cool when they all attacked.</p><p>Not making an accusation, so don't get all bent, just saying it's ironic is all.</p><p>And don't forget you did ask for comments...</p></blockquote>No offense taken.  And I do like that you use the word 'bot' for these guys; which shows you actually know the difference between botting and boxing.I couldnt handle 6 characters without botting, and thats not something I'd do.  Four comps, four keyboards.  That works fine for me.Ragnaphore,Thanks for the comments.  As my guys arent up to Warlocks quite yet, and you think 4 is the no-brainer, I might as well just start with that.  All the abilities are useful with any pet.  And being able to use the same pet, or change pets on the fly, makes this seem the best choice for me.Thanks much guys,Mal