Post by Vangelis on May 16, 2005 16:17:28 GMT -5
Fellow Warriors,
I hesitate to begin this discussion, as I still have much to learn about this soldier's path. However in the course of my journeys thus far I have learned a few things (usually the hard way!).
If any warriors greater than me have advice to share, I expect we would all benefit from your wisdom. Please feel free to correct me or add to what I say as you see fit. I am well aware that most in our House are as well-schooled as I, and many are more so.
In the meantime I will share my thoughts here, so that my discoveries may perhaps be of use to those new to the Warrior's Way.
1. Cultivate a Confessor
If I have learned nothing else thus far, I have learned that having a priest by your side will allow you to defeat enemies far beyond anything each of you might dream of doing alone. They are, beyond a doubt, the best traveling companion a warrior can have... and I understand that priests appreciate a warrior's protection as well. Develop your spiritual side, and retain a confessor whenever possible!
2. Quest Humbly when Alone
Ideally, we warriors need to keep moving in order to work most effectively, as pausing for rest will dissipate our rage. For this reason GREEN quests are ideal for us when traveling alone. Since the enemies will not damage us significantly, down-time is reduced and our tasks can be accomplished more quickly.
3. Know your talents.
While a few of our abilities will be used all the time, many of our abilities have specific uses. Never approach a spellcaster without a shield equipped, for example, unless you know that their magic can't be interrupted. Similarly, when traveling in a group, remember your mob/group-related abilities, like Thunder Clap, your battle shouts, and Sunder Armour (because your companions also get the advantage of the reduced armour). Powers that slow movement (e.g. Hamstring) allow you to deal with cowards, or allow you to escape.
In any case, use your rage. A full rage bar means that you're wasting your potential.
4. Do not shirk your responsibilities to a group.
It is tempting to lead the charge into every battle, but take care that your battlelust does not distract you from your main job, namely, controlling the flow of battle. We are not barbarians, we are tacticians and bodyguards: it is not the charge that is the hallmark of the great warrior, but battle-awareness and self-discipline. We are the ones to make sure that the enemies focus their attacks where they can do the least damage; we protect the mages and the priests, and we bear the brunt of the damage.
... That's enough for the moment. House members, feel free to add your thoughts and comments. Shared wisdom will benefit us all.
Humbly,
Vangelis
I hesitate to begin this discussion, as I still have much to learn about this soldier's path. However in the course of my journeys thus far I have learned a few things (usually the hard way!).
If any warriors greater than me have advice to share, I expect we would all benefit from your wisdom. Please feel free to correct me or add to what I say as you see fit. I am well aware that most in our House are as well-schooled as I, and many are more so.
In the meantime I will share my thoughts here, so that my discoveries may perhaps be of use to those new to the Warrior's Way.
1. Cultivate a Confessor
If I have learned nothing else thus far, I have learned that having a priest by your side will allow you to defeat enemies far beyond anything each of you might dream of doing alone. They are, beyond a doubt, the best traveling companion a warrior can have... and I understand that priests appreciate a warrior's protection as well. Develop your spiritual side, and retain a confessor whenever possible!
2. Quest Humbly when Alone
Ideally, we warriors need to keep moving in order to work most effectively, as pausing for rest will dissipate our rage. For this reason GREEN quests are ideal for us when traveling alone. Since the enemies will not damage us significantly, down-time is reduced and our tasks can be accomplished more quickly.
3. Know your talents.
While a few of our abilities will be used all the time, many of our abilities have specific uses. Never approach a spellcaster without a shield equipped, for example, unless you know that their magic can't be interrupted. Similarly, when traveling in a group, remember your mob/group-related abilities, like Thunder Clap, your battle shouts, and Sunder Armour (because your companions also get the advantage of the reduced armour). Powers that slow movement (e.g. Hamstring) allow you to deal with cowards, or allow you to escape.
In any case, use your rage. A full rage bar means that you're wasting your potential.
4. Do not shirk your responsibilities to a group.
It is tempting to lead the charge into every battle, but take care that your battlelust does not distract you from your main job, namely, controlling the flow of battle. We are not barbarians, we are tacticians and bodyguards: it is not the charge that is the hallmark of the great warrior, but battle-awareness and self-discipline. We are the ones to make sure that the enemies focus their attacks where they can do the least damage; we protect the mages and the priests, and we bear the brunt of the damage.
... That's enough for the moment. House members, feel free to add your thoughts and comments. Shared wisdom will benefit us all.
Humbly,
Vangelis