Sup vigor rune... it is worth it? - Guild Wars Forums

F3nd3rman22 · Mar 21, 2008, 06:32 PM // 18:32

My main character is a warrior and I was just wondering if it is worth it to spend 15k for 50 hp, or the 2k for 41 hp for his armor. is the 9 hp worth the extra money?

miskav · Mar 21, 2008, 06:35 PM // 18:35

If you're going for the 'I have perfect equips, OMgz I'm 1337' Thing, then yes.
Overall, the 9 hp wont matter all to much, and it's not worth the 13k difference.
(But that's just me).

Stormlord Alex · Mar 21, 2008, 06:35 PM // 18:35

For general PvE, that 9hp really isn't worth it, tbh.

however, if you wanna be perfect and prepped for PvP, you take ever advantage you get.

Toutatis · Mar 21, 2008, 06:40 PM // 18:40

For the huge difference in cost for a difference of only 9HP, in my opinion it would be better to go with the major. If you really wanted the extra HP, you could go for runes of vitae and/or survivor insignia along with the major vigor (the total cost of which would still be cheaper than a single superior vigor)

Solas · Mar 21, 2008, 06:47 PM // 18:47

9 hp doesn't really matter but you have the reassurance of knowing your character has every advantage health wise.

money wise its not worth the extra 13k but if your going for 15k armor you should get one of these first.

Tarun · Mar 21, 2008, 06:49 PM // 18:49

9hp makes a huge difference. It's often what keeps you alive.

I've had several times where I survive with only 7hp and I have a Sup. Vigor equipped.

turnkey1970 · Mar 21, 2008, 07:02 PM // 19:02

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Originally Posted by Tarun

9hp makes a huge difference. It's often what keeps you alive.

I've had several times where I survive with only 7hp and I have a Sup. Vigor equipped.

Exactly what I was going to say. Every single extra point of health counts, especially as a front-liner. Many times while vanquishing you will find yourself down to your last few points, those extra from the Superior will give you that extra second to click a skill or move away, or do what it takes to survive.

That's my two cents.

Hou Yuanjuai · Mar 21, 2008, 07:14 PM // 19:14

imo 9hp isnt worth 13k, but if you have money to waste then go for it.

Omega Precept · Mar 21, 2008, 07:22 PM // 19:22

If you plan on using your warrior as a runner I would defiantly spend the extra money to get that +9 hp. It makes financial sense, alot of runs you can charge 2-4k / person if you consider that If it saves you just a few times (which I promise it will) It will save you a few K.. in turn it will pay for its self.

Also, it's a must if you are going to be using your PvE Character for PVP. Every bit helps and that 9+hp could be the turning tide for your team.

Good luck!

Tarun · Mar 21, 2008, 07:33 PM // 19:33

I miss the days when these runes were 50k+. Absorption is now worthless because of their nerfs.

segnisletum · Mar 21, 2008, 07:35 PM // 19:35

I've dropped below 10 hp several times and lived. And everytime I have I am thankful I dropped the 13k.

Aerian_Skybane · Mar 21, 2008, 07:38 PM // 19:38

I have only used them when I got them in the course of pickups (however rare). So only my Ranger and my Warrior are equipped with them. IMHO for general PvE they are not work the extra cash. Actually, come to think of it, they are great for selling, and then spend a portion of the proceeds to pay for a major.

But, as a vanity item, they are not that expensive.

For specialized cases, the +9HP can help (in PvE). In PvP every edge you have as an individual is well worth the price. In PvE, the price is too steep (even now, compared to what they used to be) to justify IMHO.

canto · Mar 21, 2008, 07:55 PM // 19:55

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Originally Posted by Tarun

I miss the days when these runes were 50k+. Absorption is now worthless because of their nerfs.

I remember when i had a sup vigor during the 99k spike in 05. That was a crazy night. Personally, i wouldn't go for 13k for 9 hp, but if u got enough money, it helps alot. I was learning to run droks(back wehn it was 10k) and the double runners died, i was the only one left, i came outa the last cave of enemies with 1hp and got to droks. Crazy day

Tyla · Mar 21, 2008, 09:17 PM // 21:17

The only place it would truly be worth it is PvP -- but then it, like perfect mods, weapons, armour ect. will be needed.

If this is concerning PvE -- get it if you want, but yeah, that 9hp can keep you alive.

Serenitysong · Mar 21, 2008, 09:19 PM // 21:19

I use superior vigor runes because I think every little bonus helps some. They add up. However, I don't believe they are necessary. If you have the gold to spend then I would get one and if you don't I wouldn't worry about it too much.

Barbie · Mar 21, 2008, 09:57 PM // 21:57

Of course they are useful, but I wouldn't spend 13k for 9 hp (although I did =P but I wanted a "perfect" character and was comfortable with my wealth). I suggest buying a Major Vigor one and using a Superior Vigor one if you ever find one as a loot, but don't buy it unless you think you are rich enough.

itsvictor · Mar 21, 2008, 10:00 PM // 22:00

I love the 1/8 a second I get from that +9 for the monk to finish casting a heal to save me. It's worth it for pvp because every little bonus counts. It's up to you for pve but if you plan to bring that character into pvp, please buy the sup vig.

kobey · Mar 22, 2008, 02:47 AM // 02:47

Why settle for 41hp if you can go for 50hp? (that is if you can afford the rune prices)

Functionality over looks imo here ... will be weird if you see someone in fow armor but too stingy to spend on a sup vigor rune.

If price is a problem, probably try to farm the rune or settle for a major till you can afford one

I remember back then, sup vigors were like 75k, and that is one good reason to consider major vs sup vigor.

Dallcingi · Mar 22, 2008, 03:07 AM // 03:07

For pvp yeah.... all the health matters; every little one of it.

Admael · Mar 22, 2008, 03:10 AM // 03:10

Ah, memories...

EDIT: I did end up merching most of the sup absorbs I found, no one ever offered better than the merchant ;x

Mar 21, 2008, 06:32 PM // 18:32	#1
F3nd3rman22 Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Feb 2008 Guild: The Last Resort Profession: W/	Sup vigor rune... it is worth it? My main character is a warrior and I was just wondering if it is worth it to spend 15k for 50 hp, or the 2k for 41 hp for his armor. is the 9 hp worth the extra money?

Mar 21, 2008, 06:35 PM // 18:35	#2
miskav Jungle Guide Join Date: Jun 2005 Guild: None Profession: Mo/	If you're going for the 'I have perfect equips, OMgz I'm 1337' Thing, then yes. Overall, the 9 hp wont matter all to much, and it's not worth the 13k difference. (But that's just me).

Mar 21, 2008, 06:35 PM // 18:35	#3
Stormlord Alex Grotto Attendant Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Beyond the Forest of Doom, past the Cavern of Agony... on Kitten & Puppy Island Guild: Soul of Melandru [sOm] Profession: W/E	For general PvE, that 9hp really isn't worth it, tbh. however, if you wanna be perfect and prepped for PvP, you take ever advantage you get.

Mar 21, 2008, 06:40 PM // 18:40	#4
Toutatis Walking Wiki Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Isle of Medication Guild: Visitors from Aranna [VFA] Profession: Me/E	For the huge difference in cost for a difference of only 9HP, in my opinion it would be better to go with the major. If you really wanted the extra HP, you could go for runes of vitae and/or survivor insignia along with the major vigor (the total cost of which would still be cheaper than a single superior vigor)

Mar 21, 2008, 06:47 PM // 18:47	#5
Solas Desert Nomad Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ireland Guild: Currently LF Active HA Guild, Glad 2, Comm.3, R2 Profession: E/	9 hp doesn't really matter but you have the reassurance of knowing your character has every advantage health wise. money wise its not worth the extra 13k but if your going for 15k armor you should get one of these first.

Mar 21, 2008, 06:49 PM // 18:49	#6
Tarun Technician's Corner Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The TARDIS Guild: http://www.lunarsoft.net/ http://forums.lunarsoft.net/	9hp makes a huge difference. It's often what keeps you alive. I've had several times where I survive with only 7hp and I have a Sup. Vigor equipped.

Mar 21, 2008, 07:14 PM // 19:14	#8
Hou Yuanjuai Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Mar 2008 Guild: The Arms of Sorrow[KsE] Profession: W/	imo 9hp isnt worth 13k, but if you have money to waste then go for it.

Mar 21, 2008, 07:22 PM // 19:22	#9
Omega Precept Krytan Explorer Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Guild: Graduates of Berkeley Profession: E/	If you plan on using your warrior as a runner I would defiantly spend the extra money to get that +9 hp. It makes financial sense, alot of runs you can charge 2-4k / person if you consider that If it saves you just a few times (which I promise it will) It will save you a few K.. in turn it will pay for its self. Also, it's a must if you are going to be using your PvE Character for PVP. Every bit helps and that 9+hp could be the turning tide for your team. Good luck!

Mar 21, 2008, 07:33 PM // 19:33	#10
Tarun Technician's Corner Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: The TARDIS Guild: http://www.lunarsoft.net/ http://forums.lunarsoft.net/	I miss the days when these runes were 50k+. Absorption is now worthless because of their nerfs.

Mar 21, 2008, 07:35 PM // 19:35	#11
segnisletum Academy Page Join Date: Mar 2007 Profession: N/	I've dropped below 10 hp several times and lived. And everytime I have I am thankful I dropped the 13k.

Mar 21, 2008, 07:38 PM // 19:38	#12
Aerian_Skybane Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Apr 2006 Guild: House of Caeruleous [HoC] Profession: R/E	I have only used them when I got them in the course of pickups (however rare). So only my Ranger and my Warrior are equipped with them. IMHO for general PvE they are not work the extra cash. Actually, come to think of it, they are great for selling, and then spend a portion of the proceeds to pay for a major. But, as a vanity item, they are not that expensive. For specialized cases, the +9HP can help (in PvE). In PvP every edge you have as an individual is well worth the price. In PvE, the price is too steep (even now, compared to what they used to be) to justify IMHO.

Mar 21, 2008, 09:17 PM // 21:17	#14
Tyla Emo Goth Italics Join Date: Sep 2006	The only place it would truly be worth it is PvP -- but then it, like perfect mods, weapons, armour ect. will be needed. If this is concerning PvE -- get it if you want, but yeah, that 9hp can keep you alive.

Mar 21, 2008, 09:19 PM // 21:19	#15
Serenitysong Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Mar 2008 Guild: Clandestiny of Solitude [LaZy] Profession: E/	I use superior vigor runes because I think every little bonus helps some. They add up. However, I don't believe they are necessary. If you have the gold to spend then I would get one and if you don't I wouldn't worry about it too much.

Mar 21, 2008, 09:57 PM // 21:57	#16
Barbie Academy Page Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Qu??bec Profession: W/	Of course they are useful, but I wouldn't spend 13k for 9 hp (although I did =P but I wanted a "perfect" character and was comfortable with my wealth). I suggest buying a Major Vigor one and using a Superior Vigor one if you ever find one as a loot, but don't buy it unless you think you are rich enough.

Mar 21, 2008, 10:00 PM // 22:00	#17
itsvictor Krytan Explorer Join Date: Jan 2008	I love the 1/8 a second I get from that +9 for the monk to finish casting a heal to save me. It's worth it for pvp because every little bonus counts. It's up to you for pve but if you plan to bring that character into pvp, please buy the sup vig.

Mar 22, 2008, 02:47 AM // 02:47	#18
kobey GW Retiree Join Date: Nov 2005 Guild: Sg Unknown [KATE] Profession: W/	Why settle for 41hp if you can go for 50hp? (that is if you can afford the rune prices) Functionality over looks imo here ... will be weird if you see someone in fow armor but too stingy to spend on a sup vigor rune. If price is a problem, probably try to farm the rune or settle for a major till you can afford one I remember back then, sup vigors were like 75k, and that is one good reason to consider major vs sup vigor.

Mar 22, 2008, 03:07 AM // 03:07	#19
Dallcingi Desert Nomad Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: USA Guild: The Black Parades [死人死] Profession: Mo/	For pvp yeah.... all the health matters; every little one of it.

Mar 22, 2008, 03:10 AM // 03:10	#20
Admael Krytan Explorer Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: California Guild: Xen of Heroes	Ah, memories... EDIT: I did end up merching most of the sup absorbs I found, no one ever offered better than the merchant ;x