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Mar 19 2021 09:42pm
Hi there,

So im wondering about how important defense overall really is?

Im looking to craft a treachery for my merc and i could get a 3os ap with 500 def super cheap or i could spend a little more on a ebugged eth ap to get like 1000+ def.

And im really trying to figure out if the extra investment is even really worth it.

Clearly im not rich with fg so making smart cuts where possible is important.

LMK your opinions.

Thanks,
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Mar 20 2021 07:32am
What are you running with him? There are pretty standard setups for Merc hdin but there's also a handful of less than ideal options that can still keep him alive against specific enemies that would kill him (i.e. hydras). Think about what would kill him and then gear appropriately
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Mar 23 2021 06:17am
I'd suggest to go with the ebug armor. On hammerdins, I find that the defiance merc (with the +def aura) works best. My hammerdin has an ebug stone armor on his merc, and that guy reaches 19k+ def easily and can tank mobs all day. It also gives you a nice def boost - though not as much since you already have one from holy shield.
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