1H BW Page to be

[let_her_burn]

It's been a looonnngggg time since I've played this game. Hi to all the ones that remember me!

I started in Beta, made an Assassin, and then server hopped to play with friends. Got to 47 on a Bowman, then server hopped again to play with Wigums (such a lovely person). Started a 1H BW Page, and got it to 36, I believe. I eventually quit, and thinking I wouldn't play MS ever again.

I'm back because a friend wanted me to start playing again. There's a crap load of new stuff, and after looking through a lot of things I've come to the conclusion that I wanted to continue my 1H BW Page, so I started a new Warrior and he's on his way (Lvl 18 so far).

Before I invest too much time into him, I just would like to know whether or not 1H + Shield is viable. I know 2H weapons do more damage, yapyapyap, I just want to know whether 1H weapon users can progress just as well as someone who decides to use 2H.

I understand basic Warrior builds, and I have all of my SP + AP planned out (Still haven't decided whether I want 50 DEX or 75 DEX). I know how the play the game, so I just need some veteran insight/thoughts.

[SienZ1991]

1H + shield is definitely viable. Problem is it costs a lot more to keep up with 2H users as Atk shields cost a lot. Plus for future Paladins there is the problem of your ACB range which depends on weapon length , 2H being longer.

As for your AP, cap your dex at most at 30 . Now even 50 dex is high. Personally my DEX is capped at 10 but many are now capping theirs at 4.

[rainyfriday]

I actually like 1-hand+Shield better than 2 hand because I'm a defensive minded player. My philosophy is as long as you don't die, you stand a chance of killing a monster, no matter how weak you are. If you can actually your character to a high level paladin, 1 hand+shield is going to be very awesome, just because you can permanently increase your weapon defense, and get that skill to stun enemies when they touch you. Plus, with an attack shield, you can potentially become as strong as 2 handers.

[DaosBeoulve]

OMG GORE!

Are you still in the Mobile area? Which server are you on?

[let_her_burn]

Awesome!

Thanks for the replies SienZ1991 and rainyfriday. I had no idea about ATK Shields, and since they're expensive that kind of makes me look at the idea a bit different.

One of the reasons why I started a 1H Page back in the day was how cheap it was, but I would assume it's still more or less the same and the reason why the shields are so expensive is because of Bandits.

Daos, I sent you a PM! :D

[SienZ1991]

I actually like 1-hand+Shield better than 2 hand because I'm a defensive minded player. My philosophy is as long as you don't die, you stand a chance of killing a monster, no matter how weak you are. If you can actually your character to a high level paladin, 1 hand+shield is going to be very awesome, just because you can permanently increase your weapon defense, and get that skill to stun enemies when they touch you. Plus, with an attack shield, you can potentially become as strong as 2 handers.

Too bad that a better philosophy is : " If you kill monsters in 1 hit , you'll never die "

However I agree that playstyle is subjective. As for Paladins, we're lucky that we're the only class who can afford to play a defensive build. Because with Heaven's Hammer we 100% 2 hit ko everything. I've seen a Paladin with super high dex , and 1010 weapon DEF and he still trains fine at Oblivion 4.

[let_her_burn]

Oh! Another quick thought I had.

My friend mentioned that everyone pretty much PQs their levels instead of grinds on monsters.

What's the deal with that? How long does that remain the best way to level, and it worth doing (Money wise and equipment wise)?

[SienZ1991]

Only PQ that is worth doing over grinding is MCPQ. Other than that grinding with 2x beats PQing. For some lvls even grinding without 2x beats PQing.

[let_her_burn]

Alright, cool.

I'm already over 30 DEX (38), so I'll leave it at 40 on my next level up and see how it turns out.

I've never bought 2x EXP Cards, and never plan on it. The only things I ever bought from Cash Shop were Pets with Item/Meso pick-up, and then cheap cheap clothes with the left-over.

Plus, I'm not exactly sure how long I intend to play. Just depends on how active my friend truly is. If he ends up not being active, I'll probably jump ship to WoW all over again, or just stick to other CRPGs.

Once again, thanks for the insight.

[SienZ1991]

Well, to be honest if you don't lag much you don't really need Pet + Meso Magnet + Pouch before 4th job. Just a suggestion in terms of handling your NX