ITT: 08/27/07 VU Discussion/.DAT Mining

[divisortheory]

There's really three ways to look at the addition of straps:

1) I use two-handed weapons anyway and this is a nifty little bonus
2) I might start using two-handed weapons because the straps are around
3) I would have maybe used two-handed weapons but since straps suck I'm less likely to

If you thought SE was adding them to persuade you to use 2-hand weapons, and you're not convinced, then that's fine. I still think there's no denying that mages are going to love extra stats next to their staves and Samurais and Dragoons will appreciate the use of the sub slot they've been missing out on. Hell, I'm a RNG and I'm looking forward to adding to my Vulcan's Staff.

#3 fails, because we still don't know the effects of the modified damage formula.

[Lillian]

So assuming Pole Grip isn't DRG only, that's definitely the best grip. Otherwise, Sword Strap and Claymore Grip are both good, but fairly lackluster overall - I guess I can't complain with +3% Crit, though. The question is, which one is better in terms of parses? o_o

Your such a liar Vandyr GOD

Staff strap >>>>>>>>>>>>>


mmmmk ? get it right or no more spankings!

[Hapernack]

While not designed to bring about radical improvements, grips are a new lineup of items which can be used in tandem with two-handed weapons as a means of wielding them more effectively.

-3% Delay reduction ain't nothing to shake a stick at.

For your great swords...?

[Therin]

So assuming Pole Grip isn't DRG only, that's definitely the best grip. Otherwise, Sword Strap and Claymore Grip are both good, but fairly lackluster overall - I guess I can't complain with +3% Crit, though. The question is, which one is better in terms of parses? o_o

Your such a liar Vandyr GOD

Staff strap >>>>>>>>>>>>>


mmmmk ? get it right or no more spankings!

Actually maybe I should use Staff Strap for my DRK so I die less.

[Ferien]

While the addition of straps was nice, I'm agreeing that they seem to be pretty meh. If the weapon delay one doesn't mess with haste cap or 6-hit that'll be nice, but I'mbetting I will use the crit one.

And back to Raging Rush, wouldn't using the Perdu Voulge be a better idea? Much higher DPS, even if it does mean lower crit, plus acc and atk to boot.

I'd have to think so. I mean, people don't use Martial Axe or Retributor for Rampage, why would you use the equivalents for Raging Rush? I guess it does depend on the scope of the general 2h system changes though. If overall 2h DoT was given enough of an upgrade, Perdu will be far and away the best choice, but if 2h power will come mostly from WS, the other two may edge it out.

Shame my Fortitude Axe is probably going to get owned by the changes.

[Lillian]

So assuming Pole Grip isn't DRG only, that's definitely the best grip. Otherwise, Sword Strap and Claymore Grip are both good, but fairly lackluster overall - I guess I can't complain with +3% Crit, though. The question is, which one is better in terms of parses? o_o

Your such a liar Vandyr GOD

Staff strap >>>>>>>>>>>>>


mmmmk ? get it right or no more spankings!

Actually maybe I should use Staff Strap for my DRK so I die less.

haha I doubt -2emn is gonna save you for to long...

/ponders how we obtain them

[Loziel]

Well its confirmed, the straps are ALL JOBS.
Pretty win imo,

[Bagel]

Part of the reason nobody uses Retributor though is the larger-than-normal delay. Of course, if you're interested in speed for G Axe, there's always Fort/Amood/Wardancer.

[Weeks]

We already knew they were. That doesn't mean they can be equipped regardless of the type of weapon you have equipped.

[stamos]

If you have a rdm to refresh you, gogo rune chopper ftw.

[Shadida]

Well in the patch notes, a Raven Scythe is equipped with a Sword Strap. /em remains hopeful

[Valkrish]

As a courtesy to other .dat modders and players who like to .dat modify their characters

Be wary, friends, as all your .dats will be replaced by the original factory fresh FFXI files for fun.

The (delete/change a .dat) restores all the originals @@........................

Maybe.

[SephYuyX]

It does.

[Indalecia]

Aarrgh

Least I always keep backups.

[Sho]

We already knew they were. That doesn't mean they can be equipped regardless of the type of weapon you have equipped.

Uhhh, "All Jobs" means all jobs, dude.

[Quizno]

My initial reaction is to wonder where the rest of the Bowman and Breeder's sets are. Presumably they would be new sets added to assault. Perhaps there are more files? Seems very odd I guess.

Also, if the "Star" ring and earring use Star Saphire, what will the "Crimson" items use? Adding another mission of the same type where Star Sapphire is obtained?

[epigram]

I just want to have fun with (Strap)(On) in ls chat >.>;

[Akiyama]

1384 Files. D:

[Weeks]

Uhhh, "All Jobs" means all jobs, dude.

And I suppose you can equip any ranged/ammo combination you want in your little fantasy world too?

[Soraan]

My initial reaction is to wonder where the rest of the Bowman and Breeder's sets are. Presumably they would be new sets added to assault. Perhaps there are more files? Seems very odd I guess.

I was wondering that myself. Is that everything?