Gladiators Helm of Ascalon Helm? - Guild Wars Forums

As Lan · Dec 19, 2005, 04:10 AM // 04:10

I just finished typing this threed but it didnt go through and It was rather long and I didnt copy or save it so im not going to write it all down again ... Im just going to jump to the chase this time ...

Does anybody have any input on which Helm is better?

Thanks. *sighs*

Edit: Gladiators (Droks) Ascalon (Grotto)

LiQuId StEeL · Dec 19, 2005, 04:16 AM // 04:16

Ascalon. 1 energy will never matter. Ascalon also covers the damage reduction, so there you go.

Rico Carridan · Dec 19, 2005, 05:28 AM // 05:28

Normally, you get the helm that increases your weapon skill or sometimes strength or tactics, and take the boots that do damage reduction. Some people take the lieutenant's helm (Henge) because it is awesome.

Rico

AncientPC · Dec 19, 2005, 05:44 AM // 05:44

Ascalon if it's your only damage reducing piece.

Otherwise Gladiator.

Shimus DarkRaven · Dec 19, 2005, 06:04 AM // 06:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by AncientPC

Ascalon if it's your only damage reducing piece.

Otherwise Gladiator.

I agree with Ancient. Otherwise, go Gladiator. Why? With morale boosts, that +1 energy can help, plus if you're wearing other glads, the bonus energy helps too.

--The Shim

As Lan · Dec 19, 2005, 07:36 AM // 07:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by AncientPC

Ascalon if it's your only damage reducing piece.

Otherwise Gladiator.

I have superior absorbtion on my gauntlets ... so go Gladiator?

Quote:

Originally Posted by LiQuId StEeL

Ascalon. 1 energy will never matter. Ascalon also covers the damage reduction, so there you go.

Did you take into account the +10 Armor against physical dmg. difference?

Savio · Dec 19, 2005, 08:10 AM // 08:10

If your only choices are between Gladiators or Ascalon, then it depends on whether or not you have an armor with inbuilt absorption - like another piece of Ascalon armor or Knight's armor, not one with an Absorption rune). If you have one of those, then the Ascalon helm is unnecessary. If not, then go with Ascalon.

However, there are other helms too that you might want to switch to, like Rico said. Reducing the length of hexes by half ala the Lieutenant's Helm works wonders in hex-heavy areas, and +1 weapon helms are a must if you want to get the most out of your weapon. If you switch between helms then you'll want the armor-absorption part to be the boots or gloves, so Gladiator wins out in terms of stats. Gladiator's is still as ugly as hell, though.

Dec 19, 2005, 04:10 AM // 04:10	#1
As Lan Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Dec 2005 Guild: Zions Creed Profession: W/	Gladiators Helm of Ascalon Helm? I just finished typing this threed but it didnt go through and It was rather long and I didnt copy or save it so im not going to write it all down again ... Im just going to jump to the chase this time ... Does anybody have any input on which Helm is better? Thanks. sighs Edit: Gladiators (Droks) Ascalon (Grotto)

Dec 19, 2005, 08:10 AM // 08:10	#7
Savio Teenager with attitude Join Date: Jul 2005 Guild: Fifteen Over Fifty [Rare]	If your only choices are between Gladiators or Ascalon, then it depends on whether or not you have an armor with inbuilt absorption - like another piece of Ascalon armor or Knight's armor, not one with an Absorption rune). If you have one of those, then the Ascalon helm is unnecessary. If not, then go with Ascalon. However, there are other helms too that you might want to switch to, like Rico said. Reducing the length of hexes by half ala the Lieutenant's Helm works wonders in hex-heavy areas, and +1 weapon helms are a must if you want to get the most out of your weapon. If you switch between helms then you'll want the armor-absorption part to be the boots or gloves, so Gladiator wins out in terms of stats. Gladiator's is still as ugly as hell, though. __________________ People are stupid.

Dec 19, 2005, 04:16 AM // 04:16	#2
LiQuId StEeL Desert Nomad Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: /u/liquidsteel30 Guild: Ego Trip From Rank [ZERO] Profession: W/Mo	Ascalon. 1 energy will never matter. Ascalon also covers the damage reduction, so there you go.

Dec 19, 2005, 05:28 AM // 05:28	#3
Rico Carridan Krytan Explorer Join Date: Aug 2005 Guild: Eternal Comrades Profession: E/Mo	Normally, you get the helm that increases your weapon skill or sometimes strength or tactics, and take the boots that do damage reduction. Some people take the lieutenant's helm (Henge) because it is awesome. Rico

Dec 19, 2005, 05:44 AM // 05:44	#4
AncientPC Forge Runner Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ascalon 1 Profession: W/R	Ascalon if it's your only damage reducing piece. Otherwise Gladiator.