03-07-2003, 12:31 AM
Well, here's a basic run-down of my personal (HC) fanatisorc Arc_Welder.
Currently level 82.
Maxed CL, LM, Orb, and am now cranking TS. SF is around base slvl 10, too. After TS is maxed, all other points will go to energy shield.
Str is 65-ish, enough to equip Frostburns and Silkweaves (she doesn't use the latter any more :P)
Dex is enough for 75% block, which last time I checked was ~150 or so.
Vit has every other point I could scrounge up.
Base energy. YES, BASE ENERGY.
Main weapon - 6 Shael Phase Blade, personalized (I love this thing. It hits 12 fpc, which is only one less than the Chu-Ko-Nu, plus I get to use a high blocking shield)
Shield - Whistan's (PDiamond)
Weapon Switch - Skull Collector (for looking cool, MFing, and when using Orb)
Armor - Vipermagi (resist all jewel)
Helm - +1 sorc/all res + 12 (extra LR and CR)/30% FR/W circlet
Belt - +Life and dual resist rare
Amulet - Tal's (self-found, in NM :o)
Rings - 1 SoJ, 1 rare with FR and +Life
Boots - Rares with run/walk, LR, and FR.
Gloves - Frosties
Inv crammed full of mana charms.
I've tried the Chu-Ko-Nu. I have a HelHelShaelShaelShael Chu-Ko-Nu actually, but will never use it again. That was used on the last incarnation of Arc_Welder, who died because, well, she didn't have a shield.
She has ~900 mana, and slvl 6 Warmth on her primary weapon configuration (PB + Whistan's) and it's honestly more than enough. The only times I ever have to struggle for mana now are when I'm soloing. If there's a barb in the party, the BO gives me more than enough. If there's a paladin, I'll ask for an influxion (is that a word?) of Meditation once in a while. If there's a Necro there, Lower Resist will help me kill faster (if he uses it, that is; depends on the party compisition).
RE: 2 Shael Cutlass of Quickness
While a very good weapon, there are much better choices IMO. The HelHelShaelShaelShael chu-ko-nu is a good choice (it hits 11 fpc if you throw 10% more IAS in there somewhere), but only if you don't want a shield (resists and blocking). So please excuse me while I shamelessly promote myself :)
Seriously though, I can't tell much of a difference between 12 fpc and 11 fpc (the 6 Shael PB vs the Chu-Ko-Nu). What I can tell the difference between is having a shield vs. not having one. It makes a huge difference. Then again, I'm forever drenched in the Dark Side™ of Hardcore, so YMMV if you play SC.
PS, Animation - if you have a HC-enabled account on USWest, I'd be glad to show her to you. If this is the case, PM me and we can set up a meeting time :)
Hope this helps you out! Good luck with the sorc!
Currently level 82.
Maxed CL, LM, Orb, and am now cranking TS. SF is around base slvl 10, too. After TS is maxed, all other points will go to energy shield.
Str is 65-ish, enough to equip Frostburns and Silkweaves (she doesn't use the latter any more :P)
Dex is enough for 75% block, which last time I checked was ~150 or so.
Vit has every other point I could scrounge up.
Base energy. YES, BASE ENERGY.
Main weapon - 6 Shael Phase Blade, personalized (I love this thing. It hits 12 fpc, which is only one less than the Chu-Ko-Nu, plus I get to use a high blocking shield)
Shield - Whistan's (PDiamond)
Weapon Switch - Skull Collector (for looking cool, MFing, and when using Orb)
Armor - Vipermagi (resist all jewel)
Helm - +1 sorc/all res + 12 (extra LR and CR)/30% FR/W circlet
Belt - +Life and dual resist rare
Amulet - Tal's (self-found, in NM :o)
Rings - 1 SoJ, 1 rare with FR and +Life
Boots - Rares with run/walk, LR, and FR.
Gloves - Frosties
Inv crammed full of mana charms.
I've tried the Chu-Ko-Nu. I have a HelHelShaelShaelShael Chu-Ko-Nu actually, but will never use it again. That was used on the last incarnation of Arc_Welder, who died because, well, she didn't have a shield.
She has ~900 mana, and slvl 6 Warmth on her primary weapon configuration (PB + Whistan's) and it's honestly more than enough. The only times I ever have to struggle for mana now are when I'm soloing. If there's a barb in the party, the BO gives me more than enough. If there's a paladin, I'll ask for an influxion (is that a word?) of Meditation once in a while. If there's a Necro there, Lower Resist will help me kill faster (if he uses it, that is; depends on the party compisition).
RE: 2 Shael Cutlass of Quickness
While a very good weapon, there are much better choices IMO. The HelHelShaelShaelShael chu-ko-nu is a good choice (it hits 11 fpc if you throw 10% more IAS in there somewhere), but only if you don't want a shield (resists and blocking). So please excuse me while I shamelessly promote myself :)
Seriously though, I can't tell much of a difference between 12 fpc and 11 fpc (the 6 Shael PB vs the Chu-Ko-Nu). What I can tell the difference between is having a shield vs. not having one. It makes a huge difference. Then again, I'm forever drenched in the Dark Side™ of Hardcore, so YMMV if you play SC.
PS, Animation - if you have a HC-enabled account on USWest, I'd be glad to show her to you. If this is the case, PM me and we can set up a meeting time :)
Hope this helps you out! Good luck with the sorc!
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