Dungeon Siege II - Character Classes Guide

DUNGEON SIEGE II

^^-----------------------^^ CHARACTER CLASSES GUIDE ---=====================---

AUTHOR: PAUL MICHAEL (VHAYSTE) CONTACT: [email protected]

00AA -- [VERSION HISTORY]V1.0 -- Finished main guide (8:45 AM 1/22/2007)

00AB -- [COPYRIGHT]

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-------------00AC -- [AUTHOR's NOTE] -------------

Welcome reader to my Character Classes Guide for Dungeon Siege II for the PC.Although I havent played the first one, this sequel is definitely one of the great titles ever to come for PC gamers. Everything on this guide is made entirely from my experience while playing the game.

Another thing is that this is just a GUIDE. Its not a mandate or anything to

dictate what you need to do. But rather, this is made to help you decide whatyou really want.

[TABLE OF CONTENTS]

00AA -- [VERSION HISTORY]00AB -- [COPYRIGHT]00AC -- [AUTHOR's NOTE]00AD -- [ABOUT THE GAME - SYPNOSIS]00AE -- [ABOUT THE GAME - CHARACTER CLASSES] AE01 -- MANAGING A PARTY AE02 -- RECRUITING CHARACTERS AE03 -- RECRUITING CHARACTERS -- PETS AE04 -- CHANGING PARTY MEMBERS00AF -- [CHARACTER CLASSES GUIDE] AF01 -- ChARACTER GROWTH AF02 -- CLASS SKILLS AF03 -- CLASS SPECIAL ATTACKS00AG -- [CHARACTER SUB-CLASSES GUIDE] AG00 -- USING THE GUIDE: AG01 -- SUBCLASSES AG02 -- FIGHTER CLASS -- BERSERKER AG03 -- FIGHTER CLASS -- DEFENDER AG04 -- FIGHTER CLASS -- HEAVY WARRIOR AG05 -- COMBAT MAGE CLASS -- DEATH MAGE AG06 -- COMBAT MAGE CLASS -- LIGHTNING MAGE AG07 -- COMBAT MAGE CLASS -- FLAME MAGE AG08 -- NATURE MAGE CLASS -- FROST MAGE AG09 -- NATURE MAGE CLASS -- SUMMONER AG10 -- NATURE MAGE CLASS -- SUPPORT MAGE AG11 -- RANGER CLASS -- MASTER ARCHER AG12 -- RANGER CLASS -- BLADE MARKSMAN AG13 -- RANGER CLASS -- HUNTER0000 -- CREDITS

-------------------------00AD -- [ABOUT THE GAME - SYPNOSIS] -------------------------

A thousand years ago had passed since the crusaders of Azunai crossed swords with the legions of Zaramoth. It is the final battle for a century long rebellion. As Zaramoth, the tyrannical god struck the final blow through Azunai's trembling shield, a vast magic was released and both armies perishin a brilliant cataclysm that stretched across the plain of tears.

Consumed by the dark forces and once human, Valdis took the Sword of Zaramothand with his massive army of brutal Morden soldiers, he has started hisinvasion against the free world to search for the four Aegis. The broken pieces of Azunai's shield.

----------------------------------00AE -- [ABOUT THE GAME - CHARACTER CLASSES] ----------------------------------

AE01 -- MANAGING A PARTY========================

In Dungeon Siege II, players can have up to 6 party members, but you have 2characters by default. Increasing the party slot requires a certain fee. Youneed to talk to any inn keeper on any of the 3 towns in the game. (1 town peract.)

2nd slot - default3rd slot - 500g4th slot - 1500g5th slot - 10000g6th slot - 65000g

AE02 -- RECRUITING CHARACTERS=============================

There are several characters to choose from. Some, you can acquire by completing certain quests (and sidequests) or just talking to them. Recruitable characters have a symbol above thier heads similar to a horn.

Here are the list of all recruitable characters in DSII.

NAME TYPE LOCATION REQUIREMENTS----------------------------------------------------------Drevin -- Fighter Greilyn Beach Default/Dies after ACT 1, CH1.Deru --- Ranger/Nature Mage Eirulan Default/ Just talk to herLothar -- Fighter Eirulan Default/ Just talk to himTaar -- Nature Mage Eirulan ACT 1, CH3. After Elven Shrine questVix -- Ranger E. Greilyn Just talk to himSartan -- Fighter Windstone Fort. Complete "Imprisone Half-Giant" sidequest Amren -- Fighter Amanlu Amanlu Inn, just talk to himFinala -- Combat Mage Amanlu Complete Act II, CH3 questEva -- Fighter Azunite Burial Grounds Defeat the Dark Wizard boss

AE03 -- RECRUITING CHARACTERS -- PETS=====================================

Pets however are monsters that can be recruited by "Buying" them from thepet store (it is the one with the Horse head icon in the map). They do occupyparty slots but it is up to you to have them or not. One main advantage ofpets is thier ability to enchant the whole party via aura, depending on the pet.

And also, one thing to note is that they cant be equipped. They do level upbut thier overall progress is determined by "feeding" them with items. Thierdevelopment is based on the items it has consumed. Consumed items also are lost forever.

NAME TYPE COST LOCATION REQUIREMENTS-----------------------------------------------------------Scorpion Queen Ranger 350g Any DefaultIce Elemental N. Mage 500g Any DefaultPack Mule Fighter 300G Any DefaultDire Wolf Fighter 500G Any Complete "Dire Wolf" sidequest in ACT 1.Dark Naiad N. Mage 1375 Amanlu, ACT II KalrathiaFire Elemental C. Mage 1000 Amanlu, ACT II KalrathiaLight Naiad N. Mage 1375 Daesthi, Amanlu Arena Finish the 10th round in the "Amanlu Arena" sidequestMythrilhorn Fighter 1750 Amanlu, ACT III, Complete "Mythrilhorn" sidequest KalrathiaLap Dragon N. Mage 2250 Kalrathia ACT IIINecrolithid C. Mage 2250 Amanlu, ACT II Kalrathia

AE04 -- CHANGING PARTY MEMBERS==============================Just make sure that you have an available slot to recruit the character. If you want to change party members, you can "Disband" the pet/character and they will be sent to the inn. Although you cant see them, they will be selectablefrom the list. Just talk to the innkeeper and select option 1 "I want to seeold comrades." Stored pets and characters dont gain experience points.

Sending a pet or character to the inn retains thier equipments and items. Releasing a pet however, will lose all the items in its inventory forever.For best efficiency, make sure you'll feed items that are relevant to the pet's class. (Feed fighter weapons or armor to a Fighter Class pet, and so on)

=======================00AF -- [CHARACTER CLASSES GUIDE] =======================

The game has four main character classes, namely FIGHTER, RANGER, COMBAT MAGEand NATURE MAGE. It is strongly recommended to stay focused on levelling a character in his/her appropriate class. Interchanging so often will affectthe character' growth. Take note that when you equip your characters, make surethat you choose the equipments and accessories giving appropriate bonuses forthe character's class. (Example: A fighter doesnt need + INT or Mana regeneration bonuses; nor a Mage with +Str)

Fighter -- Battles in the frontlines and takes most of the damage. They are the hardiest class, and usually the hard hitters. They specialize in melee combat.

Ranger -- Masters of ranged weapons. Accuracy and range is thier main advantage although they have fair armor rating. Rangers are best for eliminating enemies at long range before reaching the party

Combat Mage -- Proficient in death magic, curses and other spells, combat mages are great for controlling crowds, weakening them with diffrent curses while blasting them away with offensive spells.

Nature Mage -- One with nature, Nature mages' main role is to cast healing, and support buffs for the party. They can also cast offensive nature based skills, mainly ICE-based attacks.

Your hero (the player) starts with a blank class. During your first tutorials,you will have the choice to choose which class would you like to follow. Alsonote that certain races are best for the specific character type.

AF01 -- ChARACTER GROWTH

========================

Classes are determined by the skill level. Using ranged weapons consistentlyincreases Ranger class level thus giving access to Ranger skills. Levelling upnets you 1 skill point, that can be used to buy skills. Some skills can onlybe accessed when you have LV5, 24 or 36 skill levels.

Levelling up also increases certain attributes for the characters.

STRENGTH -- Increases Melee weapon damage and HPDEXTERITY -- Increases Ranged Weapon DamageINTELLIGENCE -- Increases Spell damage and Mana

Equipping equipments that raises character attributes according to theirclasses have the best results. (Example: +strength rating to fighters, +dexterity rating to Rangers)

AF02 -- CLASS SKILLS====================

Skills are unique to every class. Not to mention that SPECIAL ATTACKS are unique to every class as well. They do however, allow you to specialize acharacter to excel in his/her field. That is where this guide comes in.

AF03 -- CLASS SPECIAL ATTACKS=============================

Special attacks can be executed after filling the gauge. They have diffrent effects and diffrent ranges. Take note that they do level up, by levelling upcertain class skills to a point. They can be recharged by attacking. Somespecial attack have fast recharge rate, others, usually the most powerful onesare slow.

==========================00AG -- [CHARACTER SUB-CLASSES GUIDE] ===========================

AG00 -- USING THE GUIDE:=======================

<Code> -- <CHARACTER CLASS> -- <SUB-CLASS>==========================================

<Brief Description of the subclass' role>

WEAPON: <preferred weapon> (Mages can equip any weapon and still cast spells although they wont get appropriate bonuses)-----------------

PREFERRED SKILLS: <Primary Skills to be focused on when levelling up>------------------

Optional: <Secondary skills needed to level up SP level>

SPECIAL ATTACKS: <Preferred Special Power/Attack for the subclass>-----------------

[]<SP Name>[]

DAMAGE: <% Damage, depends on SP level>RADIUS: <Measured by meters, depends on SP level>Effects: <Additional effects to enemies, the user or the party> (Addtitional effects may be available on higher SP level)Duration: <Duration of the actual SP per second>RECHARGE: <Recharge rate of the SP, speed of fillinf the SP gauge>

[][]

DAMAGE: RADIUS: Effects: Duration: RECHARGE:

PROS: <Advantages of the subclass>CONS: <Disadvantages of the subclass>ADVISABLE RACE: <Most effective races for the subclass, arranged from the most effective to the least.>

AG01 -- SUBCLASSES==================

As discussed above, there are 4 main classes in the game. However, focusing onspecific weapons and skills, we encounter more efficient character SUB-CLASSES. They excel in thier normal class types and has both advantagesand disadvantages.

Weapons, skills and other details will be discussed in this portion of theguide.

AG02 -- FIGHTER CLASS -- BERSERKER==================================

Berserkers are considered to be one of the most dangerous warriors to meetin the battlefield. They jump into battle without hesitation but with frenzyand bloodlust. Thier attacks are fast and deadly, which are their main assets.

WEAPON: One-hand Swords, Daggers, Axes, Maces-----------------

PREFERRED SKILLS: ------------------Critical Strike --- Increases chance to inflict critical damage Increases critical damage ratingDual Wield --- Increases Dual-Weapon Damage Alacrity --- Increases Melee Attack SpeedFierce Renewal --- Increases Melee Power Recovery rate

SPECIAL ATTACKS: -----------------

[]Waves of Force[]

DAMAGE: *% damage per SP level/ number of wavesRADIUS: Damages any enemy in a straight lineEffects: NoneDuration: InstantRECHARGE: Normal

[]Elemental Rage[]

DAMAGE: *% damage per SP level, elemental weakness of the enemyRADIUS: Single enemy, per hitEffects: + Ice damage + fire damage + lightning damage + % attack speed + % vulnerability to melee and ranged attacksDuration: Depends on SP levelRECHARGE: Slow

PROS: Levelling up the preferred skills greatly enhances the Berserker's attack speed and chances to deal critical damage. This sub-class' SP have very good crowd control potential. Not to mention that they have also the advantage to wear heavy equipments of fightersCONS: Thier defense and HP rating is sacrificed for thier speed. You need to address this descripancy by equipping them with solid, defense- boosting equipment.

ADVISABLE RACE: Humans, Elves, Half-Giants

AG03 -- FIGHTER CLASS -- DEFENDER==================================

Defenders have the highest life and defense rating in all the sub-classes.They have balanced offensive and defensive capabilities. Mainly referred toas a TANK, defenders draw the attention of the enemies towards himself, takingmost punishment while his allies backs him up with healing spells and buffs.They also have the highest blocking rate, thanks to thier shields. Defendersalso have good HP regeneration rates.

WEAPON: One-hand Swords, Daggers, Axes, Maces + Shields-----------------

PREFERRED SKILLS: ------------------

Fortitude --- Increases max HP Barricade --- Increases chance to block Melee attacks --- Increases chance to block ranged attacks --- Increses shield armorToughness --- Increases Physical damage resistanceReinforced Armor --- Increases armor rating

Optional:

Critical Strike --- Increases chance to inflict critical damage Increases critical damage ratingRebuke --- Counters enemy attack with shield --- stuns enemy (stun duration: depends on SP level)


[]Provoke[]

DAMAGE: NoneRADIUS: Around self, depends on SP levelEffects: + armor rating Draws enemies within range towards userDuration: Depends on skill levelRECHARGE: Fast

[]Whirling Strike[]

DAMAGE: *% damage per SP level, elemental weakness of the enemyRADIUS: Around self, depends on SP levelEffects: +Stun effect, (stun duration: depends on SP level)Duration: Instant

RECHARGE: Slow

PROS: Levelling up the preferred skills greatly enhances the Defender's HP and DEF ratings. Also, levelling up the optional skills in later levels further balances thier offensive capability. Good for taking enemy attention to low defensed rangers and mages.

CONS: Excelling in defense leaves offense and speed unattended. Defenders can fight back yet they strike less often and must rely on thier shields to parry ranged and mele attacks.

ADVISABLE RACE: Half-Giants, Humans, Elves

AG04 -- FIGHTER CLASS -- HEAVY WARRIOR======================================

Heavy Warriors strike the hardest hitters and has the highest potential to stun enemies with thier heavy attacks. Utilizing heavy, two-handed weapons, they have excellent crowd control capabilities.

WEAPON: Two handed Swords/ Axes-----------------


Smite --- Increases chance to stun enemy (stun duration: depends on SP level)Overbear --- Increases Two-handed weapon damageToughness --- Increases Physical damage resistance

Optional:

Critical Strike --- Increases chance to inflict critical damage Increases critical damage rating


[]Staggering Blow[]

DAMAGE: % damage to enemiesRADIUS: Around self, depends on SP levelEffects: Stuns Enemies (stun duration: depends on SP level)Duration: InstantRECHARGE: Normal

[]War Cry[]

DAMAGE: NONERADIUS: Around self, depends on SP levelEffects: - enemy armor % - enemies will flee in fear + next number of attacks are criticalDuration: Depends on skill levelRECHARGE: Normal

PROS: A very good offensive semi-tank; a good levelled heavy warrior canhold off enemies like a defender although its most likely that he's gonnatake the damages instead of minimizing/ deflecting them.

CONS: Although heavy warriors hit hard, they do have normal attack speed. Thus, they will take more hits first before landing a heavy blow. You need to have a lot of potions stocked or a backup leader on standby if you see him getting mobbed.

ADVISABLE RACE: Half-Giants, Human

AG05 -- COMBAT MAGE CLASS -- DEATH MAGE=======================================

Death Mages make heavy use of death spells and curses. They are great for weakening enemy mobs for the fighters to eliminate them quickly and/ or blastthem with deadly death magic. Also, death mages can absorb the life force ofenemies and heal himself or his allies. It is advisable to equip curses thier spellbook's autocast menu.

WEAPON: Rods, Cestus, Staves-----------------


Devastation --- + % Combat MagicDebilization --- + Curse spell power --- + curse spell durationGrim Necromancy --- + death magic damage --- + death power damageVampirism --- + % health recovered per death magic damage

Optional:

Brilliance --- + max manaArcane Fury --- + % Combat and Nature magic damage


[]Harvest Soul[]

DAMAGE: +% Death magic damage to enemiesRADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: +% heal to the partyDuration: INSTANTRECHARGE: NORMAL

[]CORROSIVE ERUPTION[]

DAMAGE: +% of Monster's max HPRADIUS: + eruption radius (depends on SP level) Effects: + poison cloud radius (depends on SP level) Duration: (depends on SP level) RECHARGE: Normal

PROS: Can inflict curses to weaken a large group of enemies. Death Magic is effective on most enemies. When coupled with the Nature mage's buffing ability, the party can deal with most crowds.

CONS: Like any other mages, thier defense is not that good so it is a good idea to keep them away from the heat of battle.

ADVISABLE RACE: Elves, Dryads, Humans

AG06 -- COMBAT MAGE CLASS -- LIGHTNING MAGE===========================================

Lightning mages are great if you have full offense in mind. They can dealmassive amount of damage to single or multiple enemies. They can also cast curses but they do excel in dealing damage to enemies.



Amplified Lightning --- + Lightning Magic Damage + Lightning Power DamageDevastation --- + % Combat MagicArcing --- + Chance to arc + Arc Damage (% * INT)

Optional:

Quickened Casting --- + cast speedArcane Fury --- + % Combat and Nature magic damageBrilliance --- + max mana


[]Chain Lightning[]

DAMAGE: % lightning damage to enemiesRADIUS: MidEffects: NONEDuration: INSTANTRECHARGE: FAST

[]Gathered Bolt[]

DAMAGE: % lightning damage to enemiesRADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: NONE Duration: INSTANTRECHARGE: SLOW

PROS: Lightning mages' potential will not make much a difference than any typical mages not until they reach high levels. But once they levelled up the preferred skills and special attack, they can eliminate mobs before the fighters can land thier blows.



AG07 -- COMBAT MAGE CLASS -- FLAME MAGE=======================================

Flame mages specialize in dealing damage to enemies using fire damage. At higher levels they can cause the enemies to ignite, dealing continous fire damage. Flame mages are the easiest to maintain.



Devastation --- + % Combat MagicSearing Flames --- + fire magic damage --- + fire power damageIgnite --- + % Chance to ignite --- + ignite damage per second --- + duration (depends on SP level)

Optional:

Brilliance --- + max mana

SPECIAL ATTACKS:

-----------------

[]Flame Nexus[]

DAMAGE: +% Fire DamageRADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: NONEDuration: INSTANTRECHARGE: NORMAL

[]Detonation[]

DAMAGE: +% Fire DamageRADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: NONE Duration: INSTANTRECHARGE: SLOW

PROS: Since Flame mages are easy to maintain, you have the option to double thier abilities by levellig up some other skills. But if focused on the preferred skills, thier offensive power can greatly surpass the lightning mage's, not to mention they can help eliminating mobs.



AG08 -- NATURE MAGE CLASS -- FROST MAGE=======================================

Frost mages are the offensive side of the nature mage and is the directcounterpart of the Lightning mage. They can deal good damage not to mentionthe potential single or multiple targets. They have good crowd control capabilities too. They can freeze enemies for a brief period of time. A frozenenemy cant do anything and is vulnerable to any attack.



Aquatic affinity --- + healing magic % --- + nature magic damage %Arctic Mastery --- + % ice damage --- + % ice power damageFreezing --- + chance to freeze --- + duration (depends on SP level)

Optional:

Natural Bond --- - spell mana cost % --- can harvest mana potions from bushes


[]Icicle Blast[]

DAMAGE: + % Ice damageRADIUS: every enemy in front of the casterEffects: NONEDuration: INSTANTRECHARGE: NORMAL

[]Circle of Frost[]

DAMAGE: + % Ice damageRADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: + freeze Duration: (duration depends on SP level)RECHARGE: SLOW

PROS: Frost mages can freeze enemies, making them vulnerable to your party's attacks. Although they dont make much difference at lower levels, they are unstoppable once the preferred skills are levelled up.


ADVISABLE RACE: Dryads, Elves, Human

AG09 -- NATURE MAGE CLASS -- SUMMONER=====================================

Summoners link thier powers to thier summoned creatures, powering it up tofight for them. Summoned creatures will defend thier casters all thier might.Summoned creatures are oftentimes powerful and further enhances the party'soffensive and defensive capabilities.


PREFERRED SKILLS: -----------------

Summon Fortitude --- + % creature's HPSummon Might --- + % creature's damageSummon Bond --- + % damage dealt to caster transferred to summoned creature

Optional:

Natural Bond --- - spell mana cost % --- can harvest mana potions from bushes


[]Summon Provoke[]

DAMAGE: NONERADIUS: Around creature (depends on SP level)Effects: Provokes enemies; draws attention to the creatureDuration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: FAST

[]AETHER BLAST[]

DAMAGE: *% of summoned creature's max HPRADIUS: Around creature (depends on SP level)Effects: Stuns enemies Duration: (duration depends on SP level)RECHARGE: NORMAL

PROS: Since summoned creatures does not count to the party's limit, they are a good addition to further increase the party's offensive or defensive capabilities. The summoner can even help by either casting curses or spells. A summoner can only control 1 creature at a time.



AG10 -- NATURE MAGE CLASS -- SUPPORT MAGE=========================================

Support mages' main role is to buff the party and take care of the healing. Aparty will not survive without a healer. With exceptional buffing spells andskills that concentrate of enhancing the party's offensive and defensivecapabilities, a support mage is an invaluable ally.

WEAPON: Rods, Cestus, Staves -----------------


Aquatic affinity --- + healing magic % --- + nature magic damage %Enveloping Embrace --- + embrace spell power % --- + embrace spell durationFeral Wrath --- + wrath spell power % --- + wrath spell durationNurturing Gift --- + healing magic %

Optional:

Natural Bond --- - spell mana cost % --- can harvest mana potions from bushesAbsorption --- + % chance to absorb magic damage --- + % added to mana


[]Invulnerability[]

DAMAGE: NONERADIUS: ALL ALLIESEffects: Makes all allies invulnerableDuration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: NORMAL

[]Glacial Aura[]

DAMAGE: + % ice damage per waveRADIUS: around selfEffects: + % chance to freeze nearby enemies Duration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: SLOW

PROS: Support mages are invaluable to any party. They keep the party healthy with healing magic and support spells.

CONS: Like any other mages, thier defense is not that good so it is a good idea to keep them away from the heat of battle. They are also most likely the target of most enemies.


AG11 -- RANGER CLASS -- MASTER ARCHER======================================

Master archers are exceptional users of bow and crossbows. They can hit enemies

at a great distance, with outstanding accuracy. Their projectiles are as deadlyas thier sights. Having an archer in the party is a good option, if you wantsome long range artillery fire.

WEAPON: BOWS, CROSSBOWS, GUNS-----------------


Critical Shot --- +chance to inflict critical damage % --- + critical hit damage % Biting arrow --- + Bow/Crossbow damage %Far Shot --- + Bow/Crossbow range %

Optional:

Shockwave --- + shockwave damage = % projectile damage --- + shockwave distance --- + shockwave radius (depends on SP level)

Mortal Wound --- + Bow/Crossbow critical hit damage %Penetrate --- + chance projectile wil pass through the victimCunning renewal --- + % ranged power recovery rate


[]Thunderous Shot[]

DAMAGE: + % damage to enemiesRADIUS: all enemies in front of the archer (passes through enemies)Effects: + stun effect (stun duration: depends on SP level)Duration: INSTANTRECHARGE: NORMAL

[]Charged Shot[]

DAMAGE: + % lightning damage to enemiesRADIUS: selfEffects: NONE Duration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: NORMAL

PROS: Master archers are great long range backup hitters. They do deliver decent damage, and in later levels, they are good at eliminating crowds while maintaining a safe distance.

CONS: Rangers have fair defense ratings. At least keep them away from solid hitters or they are sure to die quickly.

ADVISABLE RACE: Elves, Humans, Dryads

AG12 -- RANGER CLASS -- BLADE MARKSMAN======================================

Blade marksmen have the sights and accuracy of master archers but they doprefer using thrown weapons instead of bows and crossbows. Although they fightin much closer range, they are still deadly nonetheless.

WEAPON: Throwing Knives/ Blades/ Stars, Axes, Chakram-----------------


Critical Shot --- +chance to inflict critical damage % --- + critical hit damage %Quick Draw --- + Thrown weapon firing rate %Bleed --- + % chance to cause bleed --- + % bleed damage per second --- bleed duration (depends on SP level)Optional:

Penetrate --- + chance projectile wil pass through the victimRicochet --- + thrown weapon critical hits ricochets to a nearby enemyCunning renewal --- + % ranged power recovery rate


[]Shrapnel Blast[]

DAMAGE: + % damage to enemiesRADIUS: + number of missiles/ scattered around the explosion targetEffects: + % explosion damageDuration: INSTANTRECHARGE: NORMAL

[]Flurry[]

DAMAGE: + % damage to enemiesRADIUS: selfEffects: - accuracy + % faster attack speed Duration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: SLOW

PROS: Thier lightning fast attacks makes up for thier short range. They can even hit multiple targets per missile on later levels.

CONS: Unless properly armored, Blade marksmen is sure to die quickly since they need to be closer to be able to attack the enemy.

ADVISABLE RACE: Humans, Elves, Dryads

AG13 -- RANGER CLASS -- HUNTER==============================

Probably the most flexible ranger subclass, Hunters' strength lies on thierability to dodge attacks and resist the harshest condition. In addition tothese, hunters can wield any ranged weapon. Although hunters cant cast buffs,they are good support artillery.

WEAPON: Any ranged weapon (user preference)-----------------


Dodge --- +% chance to evade melee and ranged attacksSurvival --- + ice resistance --- + fire resistance --- + lightning resistance --- ability to harvest health potions from bushes

<Any skill according to preferred weapon>

Optional:

Mortal Wound --- + Bow/Crossbow critical hit damage %Penetrate --- + chance projectile wil pass through the victimRicochet --- + thrown weapon critical hits ricochets to a nearby enemy


[]Silence[]

DAMAGE: NONERADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: Silence enenmies, preventing them to cast damage, heal, summon enhancement, curse or resurrect spellsDuration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: FAST

[]Repulse[]

DAMAGE: NONERADIUS: (depends on SP level)Effects: Knockbacks enemies (knockback distance: depends on SP level) Stuns enemies (stun duration: depends on SP level) Duration: (depends on SP level)RECHARGE: SLOW

PROS: There is not much diffrence at lower levels. True potential wont be recognizable until later levels.

CONS: Probably the weakest subclass there is, you may want to switch to the Special Attack of Master Archer or Blade marksman.

ADVISABLE RACE: Elves, Humans, Dryads

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ END OF GUIDE ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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