Archive for August, 2007
The last class left for review is the Hunter. Hunters are the only pure dps class with a mana pool, yet they still perform as good as their counterparts. Hunters balance (or lack thereof) has recently come under scrutiny as they are non existent in top 2v2/3v3 and only decent in 5v5. What do Hunters [...]
August 30th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | 1 Comment
Rogues are another unique class that, like Warriors, do not have a mana pool to use abilities but rather an energy bar. An energy bar starts at full (100) energy and regenerates 20 energy every 2 seconds. A Rogue ability can cost anywhere from 9-60 energy.
Rogues have a unique ability (which Druids can also [...]
August 29th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | 1 Comment
Warriors are often known as the leader as the Warrior is the one usually calling out the strategies and the target to kill. Warriors are one of three pure dps classes and they are also one of two classes that do not use mana. Warriors have a special bar called rage. Mana runs out when [...]
August 28th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | Comments Off
Mages are one of two support dps classes (the other being Warlock). Their main job is to not only provide good dps, but also constantly apply crowd control and silences on the opponents. Mages have Sheep (a great CC) which turns the opponent into a sheep therefore preventing them from doing anything and they also [...]
August 27th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | 1 Comment
Shamans are the only other hybrid class in the game with the same spec differences as a Druid. A Shaman can either choose to primarily heal, do caster Dps, or do melee Dps (not done in Arenas). Both Restoration (Healing) and Elemental (Caster) Shamans bring three great assets to an Arena team: Totems, Heroism, and [...]
August 26th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | 1 Comment
Druids are one of two hybrid classes in World of Warcraft. Hybrid classes are those that can fill various roles depending on their spec (the talents the Druid decided to choose). Druids can be Caster Dps (shoots at a range and is magical), Melee Dps (must be in melee range and is physical), or a [...]
August 25th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | Comments Off
In order to truly understand all aspects of World of Warcraft you first need to have a good understanding of the various classes. There are 9 classes; all are accessible by both factions, although you may need to be a certain race to choose a certain class. Each class has different abilities and roles [...]
August 24th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | Comments Off
Before you even really get started playing World of Warcraft, you immediately have to make a decision and choose a character from either the Horde or the Alliance, the two sides battling to take control of the world. While each clan has its own benefits, choosing between the two is the first significant step towards [...]
August 19th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | Comments Off
Just when you thought you had gotten the most out of your World of Warcraft experience, you realized that there was still more for you to enjoy. Well World of Warcraft has set new limits on PC entertainment and trading card gaming, but the fun doesn’t end there. Fans will be proud to [...]
August 18th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | Comments Off
Getting wealthy in World of Warcraft may be a definite challenge, but there are several tips to acquire gold that will help in matching up against your opponents. The gold can have a range of uses, and it especially comes into play when looking to train your character. Given that it is the common currency [...]
August 14th, 2007 | Posted in blog posts | Comments Off