Curse

Red-Tide · Feb 09, 2006, 03:24 PM // 15:24

I got 2 of them last night. the trader is where the map shows him to be (guildwiki map). Hold down alt when you get close you will see him.

ibex333 · Feb 09, 2006, 03:25 PM // 15:25

Some people said that the collector for FFS appears only when America has favor. That's BS. I found him when we DIDNT have favor. I did 3 runs unsuccessfully, and on the 4th, there he was, standing right where people said he would be. It's just a random spawn. Also, I disagree that the FFS is better than HoD sword. People who cant afford HoD say that, to make themselves feel better. The FFS is a very good item, and it is almost as good. But it is NOT better than HoD.
I'd never sell my 20% HoD sword for less than a million. Dont care what anyone says.

Avarre · Feb 09, 2006, 03:38 PM // 15:38

Explain how +5 energy, especially on builds that are 100% energy balanced such as 55hp builds, is more powerful than 10% spell recharge chance.

Racthoh · Feb 09, 2006, 03:47 PM // 15:47

If your energy never drops below 5 then you don't need an HoD. I use my FFS for the 20% enchanting, and my Nolani wand for my +5 energy on another weapon set (which I rarely use in PvE, more for PvP).

That extra 5 energy isn't going to do jack for a monk. What enchantment can you cast for 5 energy, that would save you if it's your LAST 5 energy. Because until you need that 5 energy there is no reason to have it open for draining.

axe · Feb 09, 2006, 04:17 PM // 16:17

If people think the FFS is better than the HOD sword, it raises the question

Why did they nerf the HOD sword but leave the FFS in the game?

The Acolyte · Feb 09, 2006, 05:01 PM // 17:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by axe

If people think the FFS is better than the HOD sword, it raises the question

Why did they nerf the HOD sword but leave the FFS in the game?

I thought it was because of the IW build, but I might be wrong. Anway, I have both and have used both with my monk, and to be honest, there isn't that much difference. Hell, I was fine with a droks weaponsmith axe and a 20% enchant mod for a LONG time. Those that are good at solo monking and can manage their energy don't "need" either, and anyone that has either/or item should be happy they have one of them. And if you have both, my suggestion is to put +20% enchants on both of them and try them out. Personally, I like the FFS better but that's because I personally don't have problems managing my energy. I find that the HoD is a much better fit for my Mesmer.

There is a third option...setup three weaponsets for solo monking lmfao.

1) wand/cesta (for wanding pesky nightmares mostly)
2) FFS/cesta (for invinci monking while energy is above 50%)
3) HoD/cesta (for when energy dips below 50%)

I call that a win/win and solves this stupid debate on which is better

The Acolyte

LouAl · Feb 09, 2006, 10:09 PM // 22:09

I think the HoD got nerfed because it adds 5e AND was at/near max dmg (don't really know cuz I am to poor to own one), but the FFS/Nolani wand have not been nerfed because they have limitations that make it a trade off if you want to use the weapon. Pretty much in line with Anet's stance on balance.

c4sped · Feb 10, 2006, 05:52 AM // 05:52

hod got nerfed b/c it alowed you to have +5 energy and +20%/+30 health in one item this one item + a 20/20 focus would be better than any staff in the game thats just uncool.

Spiteful Soul · Feb 11, 2006, 07:06 PM // 19:06

Can someone without a warrior profession use this fiery flame bitter?

T1Cybernetic · Feb 11, 2006, 08:53 PM // 20:53

Now i know that the HoD sword wasnt just the +5 energy everyone wanted
but i do have a kind of alternative that i've been using for a while that you
can get straight outside serenity temple for 3 stormy eyes!

It's only +5 energy but it does come in handy when u need that little bit extra.

And some pics,

Racthoh · Feb 11, 2006, 08:58 PM // 20:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by T1Cybernetic

Now i know that the HoD sword wasnt just the +5 energy everyone wanted
but i do have a kind of alternative that i've been using for a while that you
can get straight outside serenity temple for 3 stormy eyes!

It's only +5 energy but it does come in handy when u need that little bit extra.

And some pics,

Actually the Nolani wand gives +5 energy unconditionally for 3 charr carvings (might be 5). A better alternative.

HDS · Feb 11, 2006, 10:58 PM // 22:58

FFS is 100x better, i have never had problems with energy... *See "Blessed Signet" *, however when a troll does disrupting chop during HB and you are relying on the divine favor + from prot spirit the 10% recharge REALLY comes in handy, because: 1) Theres chance cast time lowered to 2 seconds for prot spirit which menas you can cast 2 and set AOE nerf to work and run away till HB is recharged.
or
2) Lowers HB recharge time after interrupt.

It has saved me countless times. Literally.

HOD = +5 energy = useless to me.

liuu · Feb 11, 2006, 11:18 PM // 23:18

Do you need to have 3 in axe mastery to get the full 10% on skill recharge or does it not matter at all.

Racthoh · Feb 11, 2006, 11:23 PM // 23:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by liuu

Do you need to have 3 in axe mastery to get the full 10% on skill recharge or does it not matter at all.

Not at all.

Spiteful Soul · Feb 12, 2006, 06:58 AM // 06:58

How about my question?
If I dont have warrior as one of my profession.
Can I use the axe to deal damage with?
I know I can, but it wouldn't be 6-16 dmg.
Does anyone know what the dmg would be?

Racthoh · Feb 12, 2006, 07:13 AM // 07:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spiteful Soul

How about my question?
If I dont have warrior as one of my profession.
Can I use the axe to deal damage with?
I know I can, but it wouldn't be 6-16 dmg.
Does anyone know what the dmg would be?

My monk does like... 1-2 damage, the occasional 3.

Spiteful Soul · Feb 12, 2006, 07:50 AM // 07:50

Yea I just tested it out. With a customized Flame Spitter.
The axe sux for damage dealing. I'll stick with my wand.

L I G H T · Feb 12, 2006, 07:56 AM // 07:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by Racthoh

Actually the Nolani wand gives +5 energy unconditionally for 3 charr carvings (might be 5). A better alternative.

It's 3 just picked 1 up today

and I do believe the FFS is a lot better, mostly because it's a more affordable alternative to such an expensive thing, but just in case A-net hits it with the Nerf bat I got 14of em =P

Savio · Feb 12, 2006, 08:30 AM // 08:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spiteful Soul

Yea I just tested it out. With a customized Flame Spitter.
The axe sux for damage dealing. I'll stick with my wand.

If you wanted to deal damage with a weapon, you'd go with a Warrior or Ranger. It's just for when you want recharge and enchant mods on the same weapon.

Spiteful Soul · Feb 12, 2006, 08:36 AM // 08:36

I have a 55 Necro.
While I'm waiting for SS to recharge or Im waiting for my energy to regenerate. I deal damage using my wand any where from 15-21 dmg sometimes why higher depending on the lvl of the monster/monsters. With the Flame Spitter
I couldn't deal hardly any dmg.
Maybe around 1-4 dmg which isn't much.