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General Discussion / Re: best 1h in your opinion?

« on: June 04, 2011, 07:14:04 pm »

Italian Sword is what I use, just for the looks to be honest. When I think if a sword, then the first thing that comes to mind is something very similar to that one. Just beautiful ( and quite strong too, actually ).

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Suggestions Corner / Re: New middle and low price RENAISSANCE armors/clothes/caps/leg armors??

« on: June 04, 2011, 09:29:52 am »

I agree, Renaissance armor is really needed. In fact, it's always good to get more armor, as it spices up the battlefield a bit. How am I supposed to be a proper Swiss mercenary without the traditional colorful outfits 

I don't see why these people are saying that the Renaissance "sucks" seeing as many/most of the weapons are from that time period and location.

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General Discussion / Re: Suggestions for next generation.

« on: June 04, 2011, 08:38:21 am »

So I tried out my new arbalest and it doesn't even reload that much slower than the heavy.
I am now sure of my plan of action, thanks everyone who replied.

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General Discussion / Re: Suggestions for next generation.

« on: June 03, 2011, 08:28:05 pm »

What are the stat increases for a 1x heir-loomed arbalest? If it counter acts the slow-loading a bit that might be tempting.

As for bolts, a damage increase of 1 and ammo increase of 1 doesn't seem like such of an award for my first retirement. Perhaps once I get bonus xp per tick and can retire faster the bolts would make more sense

But, anyway, so far there have been some excellent suggestions. Thanks a lot everyone

Edit: Just got an arbalest for a special discount price on the market.
Might as well finish this gen in style 

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General Discussion / Re: Suggestions for next generation.

« on: June 03, 2011, 08:13:43 pm »

Yes, the build I use on my dedicated crossbowman is designed around the arbalest and 2x steel bolts

So you also suggest heir-looming the bolts?

Dedicated crossbowmen are fine, 0 wpf shotgunners are the problem.

I completely agree, it's a shame that they put the dedicated ones into a bad light.

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General Discussion / Re: Suggestions for next generation.

« on: June 03, 2011, 07:48:18 pm »

Thanks a lot for your reply.

Now that you mention it, the most important part is to have fun, and I certainly did have fun so far this generation. In fact if xbows do get nerfed then using that will be even more special since there will be much less of them around.

That is a good point about the bolts, however since the moment I could, I have always used the heavy crossbow. I find it more useful to be able to reload more quickly instead of hitting a tiny bit harder. It seems to me that heirlooming the crossbow itself would be better since I would get: extra reloading speed, accuracy, missile speed and damage. Although maybe an arbalest would be better for a dedicated crossbow man like me?

As for wpf, at the moment I have 104 in 1H and 130 in xbow. Would 160 really make much of a difference compared to 130? I think having a tiny bit more 1h would be good for an emergency.

I probably messed up my current build since I knew less than now when I made it:

Level 30
Str: 19
Agi: 18

Iron Flesh: 6
Power Strike: 6
Shield: 3
Athletics: 6
Weapon Master: 6

1h: 104
xbow: 130

Looks like the build you posted would be a bit better suited for an arbalist than my current one 

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General Discussion / Suggestions for next generation.

« on: June 03, 2011, 07:13:54 pm »

So I am nearing level 31 (about 500k to go) and am starting to think about what to play as next. My current and first generation is a dedicated crossbow with 1h ( I used to carry a shield too, but the slots update made that impossible). I had a lot of fun with it, even though I never really killed much.
I suppose I have numerous questions:

• What with the discussions on weapon balance, and crossbows looking like they will get nerfed (which to a serious arbalist is painful to hear), is it worth it to continue using it, even if it gets made much weaker?
• Also, if I were to keep using it, would it be worth it to put a heirloom point into the crossbow, the bolts or possibly even my armor?
• Considering that I can't use a shield anymore, where should I put my points next time? I have 19/18 now, and I already maxed all the agility based skills out.

Anyway, in short, I'm just looking for advice for my next generation, so thanks for any feedback 

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Faction Halls / Re: Die Landsknechte - Pike&Blade of the Empire [Sub-Faction]

« on: March 27, 2011, 10:15:41 pm »

I'm very sorry that I have been so inactive, but I unfortunately don't think I will have much time to play in the future. It was fun while it lasted though.

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Faction Halls / Re: Die Landsknechte - Pike&Blade of the Empire [Sub-Faction]

« on: February 28, 2011, 09:05:08 pm »

I would love to join as well. Currently I am a level 30 ranged mercenary with a crossbow and one hander plus shield. Is this combination acceptable in your battalion? I speak English and German, so communication should be no problem. Hope to hear from you soon.

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Faction Halls / Re: [Templar] Knights Templar - The Original Crusader Clan (Recruiting: EU Only)

« on: February 27, 2011, 10:13:48 pm »

Greetings Templars,
I am very interested to join your esteemed ranks.
Currently I am at level 30 using crossbow and one hander with shield. I play regularly and with good team spirit and am very open to advice and suggestions.
If there is a place among the exemplary Templar Knights then I would be honored to join.
I am also quite a history fan, so all the work that has gone into establishing this "clan" does not go unappreciated.

Thank you in advance for taking the time to consider me as one of the Templars.

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