Very similar to my Anderfel build, only built around the Edge of Night spirit one-handed axe.
The main difference is you cannot really have full +spirit accessories and apparel set in Act I: +spirit robes, gloves, boots and amulets are shoppable at Mage Goods/Herbalist. I wasn't able to acquire any +spirit rings, belts or helms this way (and I'm quite persistent). That's not a huge issue, since in Acts II and III you will have access to unique +spirit accessories and apparel.
It is possible to purchase all tomes and Fallen Star before the Deep Roads expedition with this build (~110 g), if you are a greedy completist and strike a deal with Dougal. Do it, you have nothing else to spend money on, anyway: level 5 spirit gear is dirt-cheap.
Stats distribution: you'll need to dump 1 point into Mag if you use the same pre-buff setup I use (Enchanted Silverite Belt, Meghan Vael's Locket, Fallen Star, Ring of Resilience). I strongly suggest investing the rest into Dex.
Well, not really. Don't worry, it's still a Str build.
Personally, as a predominantly solo player, I don't find the new items overpowered. Powerful, no doubt, but not idiotically overpowered, like most of DAO DLC items. They make soloing less tedious. However, I doubt they will make a huge impact if you play full party. The weapons are nicely balanced: the Edge of Night deals epic 8 spirit dmg at level 5, thus preventing possible exploits (cf. Desdemona's 17 nature or Anderfel's 20 fire).
2. Soloing ARW.
This video both showcases the build, and, hopefully, demonstrates how should ARW's physical attacks be dodged. I let the ARW hit me twice just to get the Frenzy bonus, otherwise, you should be able to dodge him consistently. Also note how useful the evolving Courage shield is as an elemental resistance booster.
Oh, by the way, I had that discussion about the single biggest damage-booster some time ago: now it's official, Sacrificial Frenzy is the biggest damage-booster. It's not another +99% additive bonus (the description can be interpreted this way, too), it's a x2 multiplier to the bonus Blood Frenzy provides.
Modifié par IN1, 28 avril 2011 - 08:18 .
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