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Soul of the Scythe · Feb 27, 2007, 04:04 PM // 16:04

DRUID!! I loved the druid from D2. I'm gonna give you alla little nostalgia here. My druid had all the good stuff: stormshield, that dmg reduced mesh armor, B-Star(w/shael rune for IAS), bulkathos' wedding band(found in one of those stupid baskets on a meph run

), lifestealing stuff, IAS stuff, increased running speed, max resistance in hell mode, everything. i owned in pvp, other chars never got a chance to attack my druid hit so fast(and for those of you who know that equip, know how fast i mean). but enough reminiscing. even though i think the game needs more ranged attackers or spellcasters, i would still love to see druid in GW. So, here it is:

Nature's Favor(P)
Werewolf
Werebear
Nature Spells/prayers
Summoning spells

the character would be a cross between a ranger, dervish, and ritualist

Armor: 70
energy: 30
regen: 4 (2 when in a form)

nature's favor(primary): different affect for each tree. would increase damage, defense, res while in a form. increases would be by small amounts. +1armor/lvl, +1 res/lvl and +1% dmg(or AP)/lvl. for nature prayers it acts like divine favor, it heals you and the thing u target(if any) when u use any skill in tree. for summoning gives u energy and health whenever ur summoned creatures die

werewolf: while in form, suffer -2 energy degen(for a total of 2 pips like a war) no armor bonus, no health bonus, increases skills in skill tree. skills consists of attacks, preparations, stances, cries(new type of shout/chant). wolf has low(er) damage and defense but attacks faster and moves faster in comparison with bear, great runner. One elite could be feral werewolf where nature's favor bonuses are doubled but teh skill is only useable once like res sig unless recharged

werebear: while in form, suffer -2 energy degen(for a total of 2 pips like a war) The Ultimate Tank. +20 armor bonus/ +100 health bonus, same as above, maybe without the cries, roars instead. bear has very high defense and dmg, but very slow attack speed and relatively slow movement give the bear the giant stomp skill,(see how those damn stone summit like it

) and other skills like it. the elite would be like a feral werebear where the nature's favor increases are doubled but the skill is like a res sig only useable once unless recharged

nature prayers: skills that involve maybe temporarily charming creatures(neutral and enemies even enemies pets) healing spells nature rituals summon storms and such offensive damage dealer, healer and porotector. not enough healing or prot to compare to monk or dmg to compare to ele, more like a little lower that a rit's level of healing, prot, and dmg dealing just combined into one attribute

summoning: sacrifice health to summon, summon wolves, bears, all kinds of forest critters. elites could be summon mythical beasts like minotaur(ancient greek version), griffins, dragons, denroids, pegasi, unicorns, etc. the summoned creatures would be stronger depending on ur level in summoning much like minions. they DO NOT leave corpses. to solve the problem of having just a bunch of druids with summoned creatures, i suggest a way of moderating this either thru upkeep with health degen like enchants or max #(like 4 or 5) depending on level 3 max at lvls 1-6 then 1 more/3lvls for a max of 6, or can only have wolves summoned or only bears etc.

obviously A LOT of these ideas stem from the D2 druid. the forms dont have to be restricted to werewolf and werebear could be others, maybe a flying creature. The form skill trees will have some self healing skills due to the feature mentioned below.

Key Feature: While in forms, you cannot use any skills in other trees. besides nature's favor and the current forms' tree.

Weapons: 2 ideas while in form
1) Claw type weapons very similar to the assasin claws in D2 tied to werebear or werewolf
2) Able to use ANY melee weapon and shield(if applicable) at a reduced effectiveness, like half the stated damage/defense if req is not met
Idea #1 more probable

while not in form
standard wand/focus combo or staff tied to either nature's favor, nature prayers, or summoning

just a thought i know there is a lot to workout with balancing issues. i just love the D2 druid

DeathShadowX · Feb 28, 2007, 06:32 AM // 06:32

hey this is kinda cool, so your suggesting that a druid can turn into a monster and use monster skills similar to dolyak stomp (or w/e its called)

good idea.

actionjack · Feb 28, 2007, 06:43 AM // 06:43

ITs not bad.. a bit like the druild I have in mind...

BahamutKaiser · Mar 01, 2007, 06:57 PM // 18:57

0 creativity and a complete rip off.

Only a moron would suggest D2 ideas from the staff that created D2 and left Blizzard to make Guild Wars.

Soul of the Scythe · Mar 01, 2007, 09:13 PM // 21:13

This coming from the kid who suggested a Dragon. Look at all that creativity! He is big and can fly and uses claws and breathes fire. Don't hurt yourself thinkin there Einstein.

You call it A complete rip-off? Every character in every game is a compelte rip-off of another character in another game. There is virtually no originality left in the gaming world. The only originality left lies in story-line and the games lore.

The funny thing is, I just got back from flaming in your "Dragon" post, lol

Oh yeah, and only a moron would think someone who posts a thread like this didn't already know that the designers of Guild Wars were in fact the designers from D2 that left Blizzard. And on that note, why is it so hard to believe, that since they did help design D2, that a Druid is a viable class. Certainly more viable than, say a Dragon perhaps.

You are a disgrace to the whole concept of an open forum. You don't take criticism for your own ideas. You don't give criticism to other peoples ideas, you just come in and say, "It's crap. Your an idiot. I'm a pompous Asshole." Well, maybe not in those exact words, but that's what we all here. Get off your high horse, take the silver spoon out of your mouth, and grow up. Trying being constructive for once, helping peoples character ideas. Give them HELPFUL hints and don't jsut say its crap because it doesn't fit into your idea. Take your own advice and stop being so narrow-minded. The whole idea of the forum is for people to post their ideas and for others to give their criticism, try that for a change, Ass.

Nevin · Mar 01, 2007, 09:46 PM // 21:46

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Originally Posted by BahamutKaiser

from the staff that created D2 and left Blizzard to make Guild Wars.

Thats a bold statement, we don't know if they were around when D2 was released... So as far as that goes, its only 50% true.

tenshi_strife · Mar 01, 2007, 10:45 PM // 22:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soul of the Scythe

This coming from the kid who suggested a Dragon. Look at all that creativity! He is big and can fly and uses claws and breathes fire. Don't hurt yourself thinkin there Einstein.

You call it A complete rip-off? Every character in every game is a compelte rip-off of another character in another game. There is virtually no originality left in the gaming world. The only originality left lies in story-line and the games lore.

The funny thing is, I just got back from flaming in your "Dragon" post, lol

Oh yeah, and only a moron would think someone who posts a thread like this didn't already know that the designers of Guild Wars were in fact the designers from D2 that left Blizzard. And on that note, why is it so hard to believe, that since they did help design D2, that a Druid is a viable class. Certainly more viable than, say a Dragon perhaps.

You are a disgrace to the whole concept of an open forum. You don't take criticism for your own ideas. You don't give criticism to other peoples ideas, you just come in and say, "It's crap. Your an idiot. I'm a pompous Asshole." Well, maybe not in those exact words, but that's what we all here. Get off your high horse, take the silver spoon out of your mouth, and grow up. Trying being constructive for once, helping peoples character ideas. Give them HELPFUL hints and don't jsut say its crap because it doesn't fit into your idea. Take your own advice and stop being so narrow-minded. The whole idea of the forum is for people to post their ideas and for others to give their criticism, try that for a change, Ass.

some one forgot their happy pills..........

but really i agree dont call something crap without further insight, but i have to say i dont like this version of a druid too blah....

actionjack · Mar 02, 2007, 06:06 AM // 06:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soul of the Scythe

This coming from the kid who suggested a Dragon. Look at all that creativity! He is big and can fly and uses claws and breathes fire. Don't hurt yourself thinkin there Einstein.

You call it A complete rip-off? Every character in every game is a compelte rip-off of another character in another game. There is virtually no originality left in the gaming world. The only originality left lies in story-line and the games lore.

The funny thing is, I just got back from flaming in your "Dragon" post, lol

Oh yeah, and only a moron would think someone who posts a thread like this didn't already know that the designers of Guild Wars were in fact the designers from D2 that left Blizzard. And on that note, why is it so hard to believe, that since they did help design D2, that a Druid is a viable class. Certainly more viable than, say a Dragon perhaps.

You are a disgrace to the whole concept of an open forum. You don't take criticism for your own ideas. You don't give criticism to other peoples ideas, you just come in and say, "It's crap. Your an idiot. I'm a pompous Asshole." Well, maybe not in those exact words, but that's what we all here. Get off your high horse, take the silver spoon out of your mouth, and grow up. Trying being constructive for once, helping peoples character ideas. Give them HELPFUL hints and don't jsut say its crap because it doesn't fit into your idea. Take your own advice and stop being so narrow-minded. The whole idea of the forum is for people to post their ideas and for others to give their criticism, try that for a change, Ass.

Hi Soul of the Scythe,

This is a point that I got into with BK befoe (though resulted in a big arguement, you know how BK is), and I would have double standard if I don't approach you about it as well. DON'T INSULT PEOPLE. YOu can still make critical points with out the need of using harsh words. Granted even if you did not directly call anyone any name, infering it is bad.

Please keep this fourm at a mature level that encourage creative discuessions, and not flaming of hate.

If you don't like what someone said, just leave them be. It is their opinion afterall, and this is a open-free fourm. Change, adjust, make good counter points, but don't need to call anyone any names.

Thank you.

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On the main topic note. The name of Druid could always change. But as it is easier to relate to, as one's mind would tend to associate it with other druid of the game, I think it is a good name to use in a CC suggestion. (Or call it a Druid-like class)

duncan99 · Mar 02, 2007, 01:35 PM // 13:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by BahamutKaiser

0 creativity and a complete rip off.

Only a moron would suggest D2 ideas from the staff that created D2 and left Blizzard to make Guild Wars.

WoW ripped lots of d2 classes too so its not like it matters lol

btw.. i LOVEEEEEEEEE druid classes so i really hope Anet designs a druid class =)