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or would something like [skill]Energy Tap[/skill] or [skill]Power Drain[/skill] work better? Energy tap is a 3 second cast, which makes it a big no no for most non-mesmer builds. Power Drain is something better suited for a hero most of the time since they have computer perfect reflexes, but even then it can be unreliable since you must have an enemy casting a spell to have a chance at energy gain.

y? because i am good enough with an ele to be able to do that. i have pve build where all i do is get in touch range with out using earth armor buffs. ............................................______ __
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