Tensei Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 Hm... What about a Druid? Playing a fury werewolf druid right now and enjoying it more than both my bone necro and javazon. Capable of soloing hell too. The only times I've died on Hell difficulty were when I got careless in Chaos Sanctuary (Iron Maiden cast on me + entire screen obscured by spambot messages = one dead druid). I can pretty much jump into any group of enemies and come out alive due to the insane amounts of life I steal with every hit. Killing speed is a bit lower than, say, javazons or hammerdins, but I can tank damage like nobody's business. Awesome class overall I might look into making a kicker/whirlwind assassin next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nec5 Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 When you look at the tables and code for Diablo II, it's a nightmare to get the game properly balanced. I spent many hours trying to balance the game properly by modding stats, drop rates, damage modifiers; it can't be done. Inserting new music, however, added some much needed flair. Still a fun game even if it is horrifically unbalanced (and buggy). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gario Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Are you talking about me? So, I've never actually played Diablo... Yes, according to your earlier response - you're the only one I can think of that hasn't played this game. Isn't it true? Originally Posted by Gario Run a bone necro through Act 2 Hell - every freaking (important) mob is magic immune. Bonermancers have a very, very difficult time there (where poisonmancers would flourish). I've played quite a few 80+ bonermancers - believe me, it's not that simple. That's what mercs are for. For the most part, yes - but I cannot kill the final magic immune in the game with a merc, solo (Baal Guardian boss) - he kills way too quickly. Actually, he's poison immune, as well, so necros are pretty much screwed at that guy (except for skelly necros). Besides, it really sucks when you need to rely on your merc in order to kill a large group of powerful mobs - it took my act 2 merc quite some time with the unique lance (~2000 dmg per hit). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Native Jovian Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Yes Why did you call me Jordan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nec5 Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Why did you call me Jordan? I've looked at your name a few times and thought the same thing. "Native Jordan". Weird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gario Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Why did you call me Jordan? Because I'm a fucking idiot . I fix it.I have fully decided on a class to work on in before and after ladder. Wind Druid. Very good choice. I'll make one, too . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Obsidious Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Been doing solo runs, and managed to get my tank barbarian to Act 2. Unfortunately, playing him just doesn't feel exhilerating; granted, he's sturdy and I'm not having too much trouble using him. But single, powerful shot hits is getting kind of dull for me for some reason. Maybe it's because I haven't gotten Berserk or just because I'm not in a party acting like the tank. Either way, I'm beginning to have seconds thoughts; and second thoughts led me to an old, low level character that's been collecting dust in my account: my Double Throwing Axe Barb. I find it a little odd that I just gave up after I died at Duriel, this being because I died so quickly. I guess I thought my char was a failure. Yet I think that was due to poor micromanagment that I died, because I started playing him again and I had a blast. His attack rating utterly sick (+1100 at the end of Act 2!? I usually have enough trouble trying to get my character's atk rating at 900), and I just find utter glee in just machine gunning hoards of monsters (And I have yet to get Frenzy. Oh will the axes and knives fly). My only minor qualm is that ammunition is limited, but there's enough that I don't constantly TP for more ammo. So yeah, I started him back up and with some good hard persistance, managed to kick Duriel's ass. He's at Act 3 and is currently lvl 21. Anyone care to join me for a game tomorrow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tensei Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 Obsidious, I found 2 gimmershred flying axes on the same day, pretty much the best weapon for a throwing barb, or so I think, you can have them both for free if you're making a thrower again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BardicKnowledge Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 http://forums.battle.net/thread.html?topicId=16474166159&sid=3000&pageNo=1 They're putting up a test realm to test the new patch -- it must be bigger than we originally thought. Still no new date though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Obsidious Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Obsidious, I found 2 gimmershred flying axes on the same day, pretty much the best weapon for a throwing barb, or so I think, you can have them both for free if you're making a thrower again. GIMME! XD Well, not right away. But by 'make again' I'm assuming you're referring to when we create our characters after the new patch is launched. My question is that will a ladder character being able to go into a non-ladder character's game to obtain the axes? If so, that would be awesome. In any case, I'll wait on my decision to recreate a throwing axe character, as I want to see how this one handles through the other acts. I'm considering placing Grim Totem in the works for strategic purposes, but may spread my stats too thin. Right now, though, I am leaning more towards a Throwing Barb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dervish Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Hey, when the new patch hits I think I may be reinstalling the good ol' D2. Are you guys on East or West, and would you mind if I joined ya? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tensei Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 GIMME!XD Well, not right away. But by 'make again' I'm assuming you're referring to when we create our characters after the new patch is launched. My question is that will a ladder character being able to go into a non-ladder character's game to obtain the axes? If so, that would be awesome. In any case, I'll wait on my decision to recreate a throwing axe character, as I want to see how this one handles through the other acts. I'm considering placing Grim Totem in the works for strategic purposes, but may spread my stats too thin. Right now, though, I am leaning more towards a Throwing Barb. No, that's the point, everything that's now ladder will become non-ladder, so I won't be able to give the axes to your ladder char after the reset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TehDonut Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Hey, when the new patch hits I think I may be reinstalling the good ol' D2. Are you guys on East or West, and would you mind if I joined ya? East. We'll post later when the patch comes out time/channel to meet, so check here often! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfoot Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 I've always wondered this about throwing weapons, since I've never used em, but what happens when your stack runs out? Can you repair them or something and have the quantity replenished? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TehDonut Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 yeah you can...but it's a bit expensive once you get into the high end weapons.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gario Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Beta-testing patch... *drool* I'm DLing it ASAP... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigfoot Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Bleh, when is it coming out? :\ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relyanCe Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Bleh, when is it coming out? :\ It's Blizzard. Don't hold your breath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghetto Lee Lewis Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Anybody that wants to play hardcore ladder after the reset PM me. I'll probably start off with a trap assassin. I don't care which server; I'll probably play US East. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BardicKnowledge Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Anyone still playing hardcore prior to the test realm going up? I'm going to spend the last 1.12 weeks playing HC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gario Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 Maybe, but I'm a western realm player before the patch goes up... and I'll need to start a new guy (I'm still a bit rusty... and careless ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tensei Posted May 9, 2009 Author Share Posted May 9, 2009 Heh, me and Neko finally got 3 keys of each so we decided to give the mini-ubers a run (first time for us both). Shit was pretty hectic (especially the matron's den), but lifetap, treachery and crushing blow saved the day. Probably going to tackle Uber Tristram tomorrow (or attempt to do so ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relyanCe Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Heh, me and Neko finally got 3 keys of each so we decided to give the mini-ubers a run (first time for us both). Shit was pretty hectic (especially the matron's den), but lifetap, treachery and crushing blow saved the day.Probably going to tackle Uber Tristram tomorrow (or attempt to do so ). name a time. I'll help you guys eat it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghetto Lee Lewis Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 I'll probably be on around 12 AM pacific time tonight (in about 21 hours). I'll be starting a new character on hardcore. Anyone interested in joining post here or PM me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gario Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Eastern realm, right? I'll try to join you, but I can't guarantee anything, right now. Make a channel at that time (channel 'OCR' works for that purpose) and I'll see if I can join you. EDIT: I just looked at the time again... I'm pretty sure I won't be able to join tonight. Sorry, GLL . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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