Random Question Thread XV: This Is Not The Sticky You're Looking For

[Tavjon]

With atma of beyond bliz4 can actually beat aero5 <.<

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[The Stig]

Quick one, I reactivated account to play with a RL friend, in Abyssea, with 2 of us as BST, 76, 75 (he needs 40k to ding 76) assuming very casual play time due to work, which abyssea zone could we do to quickly rack up some "nice" exp? Even 5000 for the 60mins is fine if that's the case, the plan is for me to use the new power house pets and him using the older ones, to get some light exp. We killed some lizzies in Konschat which is proving very futile, only regular EXP. Then we killed 2 of those new mobs. We killed a Sod's Limule and got 1000~ off that, but then the other mobs next to it only gave us 500 or 600 (garuda), it's confusing and I can't find a specific guide to it

We only got the first Abyssea to try for now.

EDIT: Failing that, anything else we can do for some quick EXP to hit the new level cap? We rarely have time for EXP parties since it seems when we're on whitegate shouts are about half full for alliance and it takes them 2-3 hours to build one.

[Plow]

Quick one, I reactivated account to play with a RL friend, in Abyssea, with 2 of us as BST, 76, 75 (he needs 40k to ding 76) assuming very casual play time due to work, which abyssea zone could we do to quickly rack up some "nice" exp? Even 5000 for the 60mins is fine if that's the case, the plan is for me to use the new power house pets and him using the older ones, to get some light exp. We killed some lizzies in Konschat which is proving very futile, only regular EXP. Then we killed 2 of those new mobs. We killed a Sod's Limule and got 1000~ off that, but then the other mobs next to it only gave us 500 or 600 (garuda), it's confusing and I can't find a specific guide to it

We only got the first Abyssea to try for now.

EDIT: Failing that, anything else we can do for some quick EXP to hit the new level cap? We rarely have time for EXP parties since it seems when we're on whitegate shouts are about half full for alliance and it takes them 2-3 hours to build one.

Your best bet may be Moblin Maze Mongers. You might want to ask about it in that section, some people might be able to help in this thread though.

[solanis]

Can magian OAT proc on a hit of a WS?

[arus2001]

If you're not going to focus on a typical group that goes for lights and such, short bursts of EXP could be obtained from hunting down Ephemeral mobs or the Vision zone avatars like Bhumi, Pavan, and Akash. However, I've found their payouts can vary greatly solo, and you're further dividing that between party members. He'd probably be better off doing Bastion with /WHM to reraise himself, but even that can vary wildly depending on how long a skirmish could last. Frankly, I'd just say FoV or Campaign to at least maintain some consistency, and when you can, knuckle down and join a more traditional Abyssea EXP party. You won't be doing much for long without an Azure light source.


And no on magian OAT.

[rog]

Can magian OAT proc on a hit of a WS?

No.

[solanis]

thanks

[Deader2818]

If I dont have any +2 pieces yet for MNK, should I still be using full usu or is their something better?

[blackmail]

Can invincible and/or perfect defense prevent charm?

[rog]

No.

[Francisco]

If I dont have any +2 pieces yet for MNK, should I still be using full usu or is their something better?

I'm 3/3 on Tantra +1, and I still stick with Usukane.

I could full time head and legs, with Usukane Feet, and maintain 25% haste... trade off is STR+8 DEX+5 Attack+3 for Kick Rate +5%.

The other alternative is using 3/3 Tantra +1 and Aurore Gloves, which comes out to DEX+5 StoreTP+7 Attack+10, Accuracy +4, Counter+2 vs STR+4, Kick Damage+40 and Kick Rate +5%.

I think the AF3+1 build outdamages full Usukane, but if you're tanking a lot, the Enmity+5, Evasion +17 and Counter +2 might mean something to you.

[Francisco]

Can invincible and/or perfect defense prevent charm?

Rog answered no...

...but Fealty might?

[Davricle]

Simplest way if you're only interested in setting a basic var/rule/rule set:

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Thank you.

[Thorny]

Even just Tantra Head/Legs+1 is enough to make a mix and match build better than Usukane. Loki's Kaftan is a godsend.

[Zerk]

Best way to go about getting goetia feet seals? just finished Aqua Pura, can any of the NMs be pinned easily w/ decent drop rate?

[Kyte]

How is damage for Puppet ranged attacks calculated?

[Francisco]

Best way to go about getting goetia feet seals? just finished Aqua Pura, can any of the NMs be pinned easily w/ decent drop rate?

Lord Varney moves at like +100% movement speed, and is in a mess of aggroing bats. Wouldn't count on pinning him.

Gnawtoothed Gary doesn't move very fast, and doesn't link with other rabbits. You can probably find a decent pinspot nearby.

No idea on the Gargoyle NM.

That said, Gary and Varney can easily be trio'd by MNK, WHM and BLM. Beware of hate reset (Wings of Ghenna) on Varney and Wild Carrot (2k-4k HP heal, easy to stun) on Gary.

[ronin sparthos]

Gary is likely your best bet.

[Zerk]

last i checked gary was 100% movement like varney, or is that wrong

[Karbuncle]

I see low-man/solo groups killing the Gargouille all the time by kiting around the barricades by the Imps.

Couldn't give you a general strat though, Just used to see it happen a lot when doing the Linkpearl quest for THF seals.