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Fae · 01-08-2005, 10:32 AM

GilgUK wrote:

some of u lot tank wierd. Theres no need to spam taunt every time it refreshes, you are in a group to do dps aswell as tank otherwise you might aswell turn off attack and just taunt non stop.

In almost every encounter you can hold agro with 1 taunt and then using dmg skills.

Not as a guardian. Not for me, anyhow, I've checked.

Many times I've turned auto attack off, or had it off on accident, and held taunt just as well. I don't spam my taunts, as it breaks HOs. I use the right buffs, shouts and attacks when they are called for and do fine.

Guardians are just not about damage output, period.

Tips for you.
1.) Start off with shout, to get everything's attention. Use a few single taunts on the main target, and buff up. Buffs create most of my battle taunt, while shouts are snap aggro.
2.) Get as much Stamina and Agility gear and buffs as you can.
3.) Try to keep your gear at least white. If you start to get blues, greens and grey gear, you will not be able to tank as well.
4.) Use whatever weapon style you like. Many people will preasure you into going one way or another. The only difference is a shield will give you about 200-300 AC. Use that if you need the help, otherwise -- your call.
5.) If in panic /yell, sprint and run in a straight line. Tanks tend to die more then other classes, which means you'll have to serve up the coin to repair the gear. Running from a fight, letting it return to bind and then attacking with better circumstances is usually a better path -- even if you group whines, they'll appreciate not dying.
6.) As a tank, you are in control of how fast you gain experience. You will usually be puller, and must learn when people are ready to fight again. Don't pull if anyone is AFK or below 50% power. If the mobs are really brutal, wait until 80-100% power.
7.) While skills are very important, gear is more important. The difference between an app1 and app3 is noticable, but not a big deal. Getting your gear tip-top shape will cost money, and give you more benefit then a better skill you already have.

Above all, use your noggin -- for other things than bashing.

If you have any questions, feel free to talk to me. '/tell oasis.alison Hey!'

Good luck.

01-08-2005, 10:32 AM	#13
Fae Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 89	GilgUK wrote: some of u lot tank wierd. Theres no need to spam taunt every time it refreshes, you are in a group to do dps aswell as tank otherwise you might aswell turn off attack and just taunt non stop. In almost every encounter you can hold agro with 1 taunt and then using dmg skills. Not as a guardian. Not for me, anyhow, I've checked. Many times I've turned auto attack off, or had it off on accident, and held taunt just as well. I don't spam my taunts, as it breaks HOs. I use the right buffs, shouts and attacks when they are called for and do fine. Guardians are just not about damage output, period. Tips for you. 1.) Start off with shout, to get everything's attention. Use a few single taunts on the main target, and buff up. Buffs create most of my battle taunt, while shouts are snap aggro. 2.) Get as much Stamina and Agility gear and buffs as you can. 3.) Try to keep your gear at least white. If you start to get blues, greens and grey gear, you will not be able to tank as well. 4.) Use whatever weapon style you like. Many people will preasure you into going one way or another. The only difference is a shield will give you about 200-300 AC. Use that if you need the help, otherwise -- your call. 5.) If in panic /yell, sprint and run in a straight line. Tanks tend to die more then other classes, which means you'll have to serve up the coin to repair the gear. Running from a fight, letting it return to bind and then attacking with better circumstances is usually a better path -- even if you group whines, they'll appreciate not dying. 6.) As a tank, you are in control of how fast you gain experience. You will usually be puller, and must learn when people are ready to fight again. Don't pull if anyone is AFK or below 50% power. If the mobs are really brutal, wait until 80-100% power. 7.) While skills are very important, gear is more important. The difference between an app1 and app3 is noticable, but not a big deal. Getting your gear tip-top shape will cost money, and give you more benefit then a better skill you already have. Above all, use your noggin -- for other things than bashing. If you have any questions, feel free to talk to me. '/tell oasis.alison Hey!' Good luck.