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Forum: Ranger 01-06-2010, 02:14 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 237
Posted By Hexus
<p>If any of you developers read these forums,...

<p>If any of you developers read these forums, send me a PM or tell in game.  Obviously no one who designs these abilities or AA's has ever played a ranger or has any idea of how the class...
Forum: Ranger 07-30-2008, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 137
Posted By Hexus
<p>Insofar as the Attack Hawk goes, the level...

<p>Insofar as the Attack Hawk goes, the level 78 version summons a higher level of the attack hawk, allowing it a greater chance to hit your targets and siphon off hate.</p><p> -Hexus-</p>
Forum: Ranger 04-26-2008, 09:09 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 567
Posted By Hexus
<p>I think arrows are fine.  Arrows are by far...

<p>I think arrows are fine.  Arrows are by far the cheapest part of what I pay to do DPS, it's more of a pain having to lug 3000 of them around on raids, I've noticed a huge difference since I've got...
Forum: Ranger 04-20-2008, 11:10 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 479
Posted By Hexus
<p>Instead of complaining here, why not /bug...

<p>Instead of complaining here, why not /bug report the display problem and petition it like I did on day 1 of the LU changes?</p><p> You _MIGHT_ get lucky here with a dev digging through posts to...
Forum: Ranger 04-04-2008, 04:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 479
Posted By Hexus
No, +Ranged is the only thing that effects ranged...

No, +Ranged is the only thing that effects ranged damage in my understanding of mechanics. +Crushing only effects melee crushing, not ranged if you are doing crushing damage. Just like + Piercing...
Forum: Ranger 04-04-2008, 06:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 479
Posted By Hexus
Alright, logged into my /testcopy account....

Alright, logged into my /testcopy account. Apparently it still does all it used to do: This is the Master II Choice: Increases Ranged Crit chance of caster by 45% Increases Attack Speed of Caster by...
Forum: Ranger 04-04-2008, 05:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 479
Posted By Hexus
<p>Focus aim now gives a group bonus to...

<p>Focus aim now gives a group bonus to Crush/Slash/Pierce (Ranged? I don't think so) to everyone in the group, and a bonus to hit for the regular duration, and the ONLY bonus the ranger gets is +...
Forum: Ranger 03-23-2008, 09:17 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 363
Posted By Hexus
<p>Well, I've logged into test and tried things,...

<p>Well, I've logged into test and tried things, what I've seen so far:</p><p>40% decrease in poison procs total overall.</p><p>10% increase in combat art damage (yay).</p><p> Ranged Crit removed...
Forum: Ranger 02-20-2008, 07:35 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 2,227
Posted By Hexus
<cite>Rothgar wrote:</cite><blockquote>Just...

<cite>Rothgar wrote:</cite><blockquote>Just because we haven't responded doesn't mean we aren't aware of the issues and complaints.  I think we try to explain this every time a new issue arises.  You...
Forum: Ranger 02-14-2008, 04:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 195
Posted By Hexus
<p>Insofar as Tier 8 dps, you will be giving up...

<p>Insofar as Tier 8 dps, you will be giving up 300-600 dps by removing the Cloak of Marr and wearing any other cloak.</p><p> Our self-buff buffs haste, and with diminishing returns you get much more...
Forum: Ranger 02-14-2008, 04:24 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>I originally posted this December 5th 2007. ...

<p>I originally posted this December 5th 2007.  It is now one of the biggest posts on the ranger Forums, and probably accounted for more hits than any of the other topics on this board.  It is now...
Forum: Zones and Population 02-14-2008, 03:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 155
Posted By Hexus
<p>Any ETA yet?</p><p> Took 2 days to fix min...

<p>Any ETA yet?</p><p> Took 2 days to fix min range on Epic Mythical.</p><p> Took 3 days to fix obsidian not dropping for Defilers.</p><p> Any ETA at all?  This is day 6 since I first petitioned it,...
Forum: Ranger 02-05-2008, 03:58 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 357
Posted By Hexus
<p>For any Developers that read here, here is a...

<p>For any Developers that read here, here is a summary of what we feel is wrong with the ranger class, our observations, and our thoughts. This is a Compilation of many observations and statements...
Forum: Community News 02-05-2008, 03:53 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 429
Posted By Hexus
Be nice if they worked in a fix for melee...

Be nice if they worked in a fix for melee mechanics and a fix for the broken arrows this patch, we'll probably see that in LU 53 after 250 rangers quit in a mass exodus because they're tired of...
Forum: Ranger 01-16-2008, 08:21 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 293
Posted By Hexus
Basically using a Level 80 Bow with the best...

Basically using a Level 80 Bow with the best crafted arrows available at the moment you lose 21% of your damage.This makes any level 80 bow, no matter how nice the stats, for someone other than a...
Forum: Ranger 01-16-2008, 08:16 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
I asked to have this post stickied in a couple of...

I asked to have this post stickied in a couple of PM's, now I'll ask in the actual body of the post itself.  Could we get this stickied?  This post has more opinions and has probably had more hits...
Forum: Ranger 01-01-2008, 05:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 142
Posted By Hexus
Just look my toon up on EQ 2 players, that will...

Just look my toon up on EQ 2 players, that will answer your questions.-Hexus-
Forum: Ranger 01-01-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
Exactly, our ONE and ONLY job on any raid is...

Exactly, our ONE and ONLY job on any raid is DPS.  Pure and Simple.  We give no buffs that work during raid fights, our debuffs are laughable at best overall and especially when you start comparing...
Forum: Ranger 12-30-2007, 05:45 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>I understand your frustration, but there are...

<p>I understand your frustration, but there are only 2 (yes, only 2) classes that even have RA's if I recall, Assassin and Ranger.  We are the only ones that the RA/Usage change had any effect on as...
Forum: Ranger 12-30-2007, 12:59 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<cite>Fupa@Nagafen...

<cite>Fupa@Nagafen wrote:</cite><blockquote><p><b><span style="font-size: small;font-family: Times New Roman;">Ranged CA should use arrows.  IMO its common sense that anytime you fire a bow (CA or...
Forum: Ranger 12-24-2007, 06:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 227
Posted By Hexus
<p>Yes, exactly one of the problems we are...

<p>Yes, exactly one of the problems we are discussing here: <a href="http://forums.station.sony.com/eq2/posts/list.m?topic_id=397582" rel="nofollow"...
Forum: Ranger 12-24-2007, 06:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 89
Posted By Hexus
<p>Rangers and assassins are complete polar...

<p>Rangers and assassins are complete polar opposites.  They both have their share of good and bad players, but the really good ones in both classes are busy most of the time.  You will have to learn...
Forum: Ranger 12-24-2007, 05:59 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>If this issue is ancient, it's only truly...

<p>If this issue is ancient, it's only truly become a real serious issue in T8.  Most of the higher end raiding personnel acquired the bows from DT or if they weren't a raider they stuck with the HQ...
Forum: Ranger 12-24-2007, 05:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 310
Posted By Hexus
<p>Yep, Fix Arrow...

<p>Yep, Fix Arrow Mechanics.</p><p> -Hexus-</p>
Forum: Ranger 12-18-2007, 12:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 73
Posted By Hexus
<p>You need gems from random trash mobs in VP and...

<p>You need gems from random trash mobs in VP and also the pattern.  Visit the smithy in Danak for more definite answers.</p><p> -Hexus-</p>
Forum: Ranger 12-18-2007, 12:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 232
Posted By Hexus
<p>For now you would probably be best suited to...

<p>For now you would probably be best suited to buy the T7 Mastercrafted bow and use it with level 67 Crafted Arrows.  It's a cheap fix and due to current mechanics will give you the best damage...
Forum: Ranger 12-16-2007, 08:04 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>Fyreflyte was kind enough to respond here and...

<p>Fyreflyte was kind enough to respond here and let us know what was going on.  I have tried to involve all the Developers and point them to this.  Aeralik (Lead Design) knows about this, Domino...
Forum: Ranger 12-16-2007, 04:40 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>I am still lobbying to get some kind of...

<p>I am still lobbying to get some kind of response to this post.  Please post and show your support of this topic, ranger or not.</p><p> Thank you,</p><p> Hexus Lupis</p>
Forum: Ranger 12-10-2007, 09:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 177
Posted By Hexus
<p>A properly set up ranger is a solo player's...

<p>A properly set up ranger is a solo player's dream, especially with the wide open zones that Rise of Kunark has brought.  I have not found a mob yet that I cannot solo (Non-Epic of course...) given...
Forum: Ranger 12-10-2007, 09:01 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>Are any of the Developers going to even look...

<p>Are any of the Developers going to even look at this post and acknowledge it's existence?  Most of this class are already convinced that you despise the ranger class in general, you are not doing...
Forum: Ranger 12-05-2007, 11:55 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p>Have actually PM'd a link of this post to...

<p>Have actually PM'd a link of this post to Aeralik and Fyreflyte, hopefully they'll come read it.</p><p> -Hexus-</p>
Forum: Ranger 12-05-2007, 09:58 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 1,480
Posted By Hexus
<p><b>***********DISCLAIMER**************</b>Befor...

<p><b>***********DISCLAIMER**************</b>Before you read any further, know that this thread is specifically aimed at Rangers, <i>WE ARE NOT DISCUSSING ANY OTHER CLASS BUT RANGERS.</i>We are also...
Forum: Ranger 12-02-2007, 12:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 517
Posted By Hexus
If you are soloing a lot, then while you are...

If you are soloing a lot, then while you are levelling up I would strongly suggest putting points into your snare increase AA.  When you get higher level it will put you over the % cap and you can...
Forum: Ranger 07-27-2007, 12:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 193
Posted By Hexus
<p>Bring back Call/Mark of the...

<p>Bring back Call/Mark of the Predator/Hunter.</p><p> Bring back Cinder Jolt!</p><p>I don't think endless quiver is gonna happen.... too bad....</p><p> -Hexus Lupis-</p>
Forum: Ranger 07-27-2007, 12:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 159
Posted By Hexus
<p>Alright, for the sake of clarity, let's just...

<p>Alright, for the sake of clarity, let's just assume from here on out that when I talk about _Any_ bow I'm speaking of the top-echelon fabled dragon/demi-god drop bow that everyone wants.  I.E....
Forum: Ranger 07-27-2007, 09:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 159
Posted By Hexus
<p>Insofar as it effects rangers......

<p>Insofar as it effects rangers... Hmm..</p><p> Hate reduction..  They're nerfing Primal Instict by 35% of it's overall value.. O.k....</p><p>     I can only hope that they are doing this in tandem...
Forum: Ranger 07-24-2007, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 151
Posted By Hexus
<p>I guess I missed the elude and surveil...

<p>I guess I missed the elude and surveil part...</p><p> Elude decreases YOUR threat towards the mob by # (depends on version)...</p><p> Surveil decreases YOUR threat towards the mob by # (depends on...
Forum: Ranger 07-24-2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 151
Posted By Hexus
<p>I know that initially there was a problem with...

<p>I know that initially there was a problem with Amend's and Primal Agility not working that well.</p><p> I believe that Primal Agility works first, and drops the 39% of your gained hate off the...
Forum: Ranger 07-24-2007, 01:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 193
Posted By Hexus
<p>I've said it before, and I'll say it again. ...

<p>I've said it before, and I'll say it again.  It would be nice to see a return of spells like Cinder Jolt, Jolt, and Mark of the Predator in ROK.</p><p> Jolt and Cinder Jolt added a proc to your...
Forum: Ranger 07-23-2007, 12:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 149
Posted By Hexus
<p>IT does not work on Epics, that is the only...

<p>IT does not work on Epics, that is the only way I have had the spell not work.  Works on Heroics and regular groups of mobs just fine.  Use it to solo groups of mobs all the...
Forum: Ranger 07-22-2007, 06:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 44
Posted By Hexus
<p>Delete - Found Answer...

<p>Delete - Found Answer Elsewhere.</p>
Forum: Ranger 06-15-2007, 09:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 538
Posted By Hexus
<p>Int line is a must really, 52% chance to crit...

<p>Int line is a must really, 52% chance to crit on all your procs and poisons?</p><p>C'mon, no brainer....</p><p>-Hex-</p>
Forum: Ranger 05-18-2007, 09:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 150
Posted By Hexus
<p>I'm 70, and I have no problem soloing the...

<p>I'm 70, and I have no problem soloing the Yellow Gargoyles outside of Mistmoore.  72^^^...</p><p> I don't use Sniper... I don't use thorny trap.. They aren't needed.</p><p>I don't need defensive...
Forum: Ranger 05-18-2007, 09:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 255
Posted By Hexus
<p>The epic weapon? Probably Swiftwind and...

<p>The epic weapon? Probably Swiftwind and Earthcaller, they have a penchant for rehashing the old stuff, and every epic so far has been a sword/dirk.  They're going to do it again.</p><p> What I...
Forum: Ranger 04-04-2007, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 109
Posted By Hexus
<p>Right now I'm throwing up #'s around 1800-2300...

<p>Right now I'm throwing up #'s around 1800-2300 with a Torn Ligament Longbow and T8 Arrows, but I've been doing this a LONG time and have several things set up to maximize my DPS, I'm ALWAYS busy...
Forum: Ranger 04-04-2007, 12:12 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 196
Posted By Hexus
<p>Another thing that I have not seen, albeit I...

<p>Another thing that I have not seen, albeit I skimmed through the post:</p><p> With the new macro system, it is easier than ever to set yourself up to maximize your buffs.  If you want to be high...
Forum: Ranger 03-30-2007, 05:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 691
Posted By Hexus
<p>I know it's been said, but it's important so...

<p>I know it's been said, but it's important so it bears repeating.  Get your Str and Int as high as you possibly can.</p><p> I personally carry int potions into every raid.  Do you really need them...
Forum: Ranger 10-05-2006, 01:11 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 352
Posted By Hexus
<P><FONT face="Courier New">Hexor            ...

<P><FONT face="Courier New">Hexor             16,632     Valor                   Kithicor</FONT></P> <P><FONT face="Courier New"></FONT> </P> <P><FONT face="Courier New">Name is Hexus, don't know why...
Forum: Ranger 07-08-2006, 12:34 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 374
Posted By Hexus
<P>I know the expansion doesn't come out until...

<P>I know the expansion doesn't come out until later this year, but they have mentioned that they are going to add more alternate abilities.  Hopefully the Endless Quiver Alternate Ability will be...
Forum: Ranger 02-15-2006, 08:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 65
Posted By Hexus
<div></div><p>Don't know what the deal with this...

<div></div><p>Don't know what the deal with this is, but when I saw it.</p><p> </p><p>(52) Thorny Trap - > (72) Impaling Trap</p><p>Don't know if the Legendaries are carrying into T7 or not, and what...
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