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Nov 19 2017 05:36pm
Planning out a fireclaw druid, and I'm trying to figure out if I should go for max block. My initial thought is no, since bearform has the worst blocking frames in the game (12 fpb, 9 if shael), and benefits a literal shit ton from vitality, getting amplified by bear form, lycanthropy, oak and battle orders. I guess blocking also sorta synergizes with high life, so the previous point might be moot.

This is obviously not a serious pvp character, more of a join a public duel game, sneak 3-4 kills while dying 12 times sorta char.

But on the blocking issue, I guess it would help me versus barbarians and... fury druids and ghost assa's I guess? Is block even worth considering on fire claw druid? Also, if anyone know of a thorough guide to fireclaw druid, it would be very helpful. The guide list in this forum is lacking to say the least.
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Nov 19 2017 06:57pm
It's up to you but life is probably better.

Barbs, WW Sins and Paladins will be your worst enemy and will come out on top almost every time.

50% block should suffice, this char isn't really meant for PvP btw.
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Nov 19 2017 07:41pm
Max block with stormshield

Done
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Nov 20 2017 05:07am
Definitely get max block. Your life might not be as high as you think since fire claws has a lot of synergies so fewer points available for oak. You will be making skill point compromises.
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Nov 20 2017 11:09am
I've tried both and not noticed a significant increase in win rates either way.

The only real change I've tried that made fireclaws noticably better in PvP was adding teleport for 4v4 games
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Nov 20 2017 12:28pm
Quote (SuperButt420 @ 20 Nov 2017 17:09)
The only real change I've tried that made fireclaws noticably better in PvP was adding teleport for 4v4 games


Tele-shaper ftw!
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Nov 20 2017 12:43pm
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Tele-shaper ftw!


I didn't say it was good.
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Nov 20 2017 03:13pm
Maby try jewlers sheild with shales also a guardian angel gives block.
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Nov 21 2017 06:06am
Quote (SuperButt420 @ 20 Nov 2017 18:43)
I didn't say it was good.


Mine was, and great fun to play.
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Quote (testic @ Nov 21 2017 07:06am)
Mine was, and great fun to play.


100% guarantee you would never beat any of my crew with a build that shitty
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