Realm of Shadows Expansion: First Look At Sorcerer Arcane Weapon

**IronMonkey** · 08-23-2013, 09:22 AM

finally, a weapon worthy of my power but not of my budget.

**Dondarrius** · 08-23-2013, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by Valsacar

PLEASE rethink this, random pushback is one of the WORST things for sorcerers. We rely on crowd control, scattering things is the opposite. Take it out, or replace, either way... knockback is bad for crowd control.

This might be true for the spec you are used to using, but it's certainly not a universal truth.

**Jexetta** · 08-23-2013, 10:11 AM

I agree with Don, it's definitely not a universal truth. Dondarrius is one of my favorite mages to run elites with - I can't recall any mages I've run with that excel so well at using push backs for crowd control. You should hold classroom sessions Don on how to use pushbacks

**Zeus** · 08-23-2013, 10:12 AM

To those complaining about the staff...isn't it powerful enough??? Take a look at the hooks...the proc and damage wasn't nearly as impressive or flashy.

**Energizeric** · 08-23-2013, 11:38 AM

I like the push back effect and have greatly missed it since last season when I had my oracle gun. It was fun to push warriors all over the place instead of having to run from them.

**Zeus** · 08-23-2013, 11:42 AM

Originally Posted by Energizeric

I like the push back effect and have greatly missed it since last season when I had my oracle gun. It was fun to push warriors all over the place instead of having to run from them.

Pushback is not only very useful, but if you crowd control right, you can use it to push mobs into traps! That, IMO, is great.

Also, the other proc of reducing crit by -30% as well as snare really IMMOBILIZES rogues. Think about it... 30 percent crit reduction for a rogue means no more insane damage. Thus, this weapon is more than powerful enough for the next campaign.

**Deadroth** · 08-23-2013, 11:48 AM

Originally Posted by Apollo

To those complaining about the staff...isn't it powerful enough??? Take a look at the hooks...the proc and damage wasn't nearly as impressive or flashy.

Wait for your next arcane pls... It is arcane.. More expensive than rogue hooks was for sure..

**Insomniack** · 08-23-2013, 12:27 PM

Originally Posted by IronMonkey

finally, a weapon worthy of my power but not of my budget.

Best. Comment. Ever. xD

**uiscabu** · 08-23-2013, 12:33 PM

Look amaze, mages will become more dangerous after that :-!

**mapenjay** · 08-23-2013, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by IronMonkey

finally, a weapon worthy of my power but not of my budget.

+1 ironmonkey

**Venom** · 08-23-2013, 12:53 PM

May the Arcane Magic rule Arlor and Shuyal

**oxu** · 08-23-2013, 02:12 PM

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**Imjebus** · 08-23-2013, 02:21 PM

Originally Posted by mapenjay

+1 ironmonkey

+2 Maybe I'll stumble upon a stack of 99m one day though ;D

**oxu** · 08-23-2013, 02:28 PM

I think the best way to check if this arcane mage was "a fair job"..in our time in the game .... will ... : arcane mage vs arcane warrior 1vs1 ... Elf must be victory or will be prepared just :/

**Carapace** · 08-23-2013, 02:46 PM

Originally Posted by Crowsfoot

...how come each new arcane is more OP then the last. Staff> maul (by a ton)> hooks (by a ton).
My problem is fireball is the most anoying mage spell. Now I can expect one every 1.8 secs -.- thanks pvp already has an OP stun issue, this will only make it worse.
Mages don't even reply to my comment I already kno u think its "fair" mostly because it helps u. If u need me I will b the warrior being stunned untill he dies.

There is no stun component to the Shadowflare spell for that very reason.

**Carapace** · 08-23-2013, 02:52 PM

Also, it should be noted that the Maul of Ollerus has a chance to proc +60 strength. The staff is on par for arcanes in this regard. The pushback associated with the normal attack is slight, and not going to push everything across the screen. The damage from it is also pretty nice.

In regards to health, there is also the typical Int, Str, Dex, and Crit component as the base stats for the item that are not yet disclosed while we tweak them.

The reasoning behind the Shadowflare not stunning is it would be too overpowered as a free cast. The charge time to case it however is lengthy while in combat, and probably works as an in between for normal damage rotation rather than a replacement for another spell.

It is however, fun to play with

**Zeus** · 08-23-2013, 03:46 PM

Originally Posted by Deadroth

Wait for your next arcane pls... It is arcane.. More expensive than rogue hooks was for sure..

I'm saying no more changes should be made. What more do sorcs want? I'm in disbelief that mages had the audacity to complain for more power.

**Ladyluna2** · 08-23-2013, 04:38 PM

sorc year xD lets all pvp use sorc !! GJ sts !!!

**khamon** · 08-23-2013, 07:55 PM

I'm curious, will the arcane be available through an elite chest system will little to no chance at finding =0.2% or less or will sts change the drop method to upon completion? This game is geared to much for platinum buyers leaving little to no chance for normal farmers and grinders to have a shot at just mythic. As it is elite golden warchests aren't worth opening unless you have 50 or more but space costs platt lol and you can't even store them in your storage! I'm looking forward to the expansion but I'm a little disappointed in the chest/drop scale % for the game. Still love you guys at sts.

PS
Don't use free offers from trial play its a scam and they don't pay up. W3i is a little better as long as its download based. I was missing 1800 platt and only got 65+ of it so far. Been 2 months now and customer service is a joke.

**Zeus** · 08-23-2013, 08:59 PM

Originally Posted by khamon

I'm curious, will the arcane be available through an elite chest system will little to no chance at finding =0.2% or less or will sts change the drop method to upon completion? This game is geared to much for platinum buyers leaving little to no chance for normal farmers and grinders to have a shot at just mythic. As it is elite golden warchests aren't worth opening unless you have 50 or more but space costs platt lol and you can't even store them in your storage! I'm looking forward to the expansion but I'm a little disappointed in the chest/drop scale % for the game. Still love you guys at sts.

PS
Don't use free offers from trial play its a scam and they don't pay up. W3i is a little better as long as its download based. I was missing 1800 platt and only got 65+ of it so far. Been 2 months now and customer service is a joke.

Trial pay works for me. Did you email them proof of the email? Which offers did you complete?