Monk Main Hand / Off Hand Question

[Ronnie328]

Originally Posted by maskedmelon [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Due to damage caps, until L10 the mace is vastly superior. From 10-19, both are about equal, however any bonus str will favor the mace due to the damage cap of 28. From 20-27, damage cap has loosened up enough that it would be wise to swap the Knuckle Duster to mainhand for fewer ripostes, less damage from DPS and better aggro management. At 28 the introduction of the primary hand damage bonus renders the mace better for mainhand for the rest of your leveling career.

Summary:

L1-19 - mace in primary hand for best dps
L20-27 - knuckle in primary hand for lower dmg in (DPS is same)
L28+ - mace in primary hand for best dps

The damage cap applies to the weapon damage. Most toons will see a max hit of 28, but get yourself a good high strength ogre and you'll hit harder than 28.