So Bard epic finally came down to earth prices, eh?

[Loadsamoney]

Originally Posted by Andyman1022 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

15/23 is a garbage ratio for mainhand. You want a really fast weapon to take advantage of mainhand damage bonus applications. This is especially true on high ac raid bosses, such as AOW. You're going to get a lot of minimum hits, so its important to get as many in as possible.

Are you saying the 9/19 Lammy is a better MH weapon at 60 than BoC?

[Andyman1022]

No, I'm saying SBOZ is a better MH weapon at 60 than BOC, although it may be close if you parse BOC vs Lammy tbh. The speed makes a big difference.

[Ripqozko]

2x damage +11 / delay is the primary weapon formula
33/18= 1.83 (swiftblade)
41/23=1.78 (Boc)

add in your favorite weapons to figure out others. Cecily did a thread on this years ago for common weapons.

[Jimjam]

It’s worth mentioning that formula is an estimate that doesn’t consider the fact mitigation will varyingly impact the dmg stat but not damage bonus.

That said it is an effective guideline.

[Loadsamoney]

Did bean counters have anywhere near this much of a textbook on EQ formulas and gameplay mechanics 20 years ago? That's honestly impressive how players are able to math this stuff out.

[Ripqozko]

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

It’s worth mentioning that formula is an estimate that doesn’t consider the fact mitigation will varyingly impact the dmg stat but not damage bonus.

That said it is an effective guideline.

Its at least a halfway standard even if not 100% it shows how well speed can effect bonus dmg.

[Snaggles]

It’s how to compare things rather than spending countless hours parsing. In general over long samples the napkin math should be accurate. Most parses are short so even a rando with EC stuff can land on the top of a HoT kill.

BoC is more expensive and slightly worse. As a proponent of cheap gear this is a no-brainer unless you’re a stamina shy knight tryhard looking for a ramp weapon.

The only slow AF 1h that breaks all the rules is the BFG. On disc or off. But so many factors to consider with that.

[Ravager]

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

I get burned out too easily. Play for a month, two at the most, then disappear for 6 because of boredom.

This is the way.