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-=ShadowStalker=-

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Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

Ok, So I've created a scrapper which I thoroughly enjoy. I've got him now to lvl 22 and I'm getting close to getting my first respec. right now I have:
Melee:
Smite
Siphon Life
Shadow Maul
Shadow Punch
Armor:
Dark Emb
Murky Cload
Cloak of Dark
Obs. Shield.
Teleport/Recall Friend (Going to switch to SJ)
swift/health/stamina

I was wondering what would be the best combo for healing/end reg. I'm not sure which healing power to go with, siphon life or dark regeneration and whether or not I should grab dark consumption. Dark regen has a longer recharge time (and costs a lot of end) than siphon life but does it heal more and if so how much? Is it more practical? Also, I was wondering which is better, touch of fear, or cloak of fear and whether or not it is wise to grab one of them?. And last question: Should I swap out shadow punch for Death Shroud, I really feel the need for a skill to soften up the enemies around me when I fight. However it would leave me with one less hard hitting punch which dark melee scrappers don't have alot of.

08/18/06 21:25

Phedre_D

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

Hi -=ShadowStalker=-, welcome to GameAmp!

I went with dark regen/dark consumption. The longer recharge is usually not a problem since both put you back to full. If it you are really over your head, running is the only option. Syphon won't help either.

I recommend you read this excellent guide about dark/dark scrappers.

Since my build is pretty close to this, I can't add much more. But if you have more questions, fire away!

08/19/06 02:45

Deadman54

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

I have to agree on that Phe, My Drk/Drk scrap Crimson Deathfire is built this pretty close to this and you hit it on the head. The longer recharge times are kind of a non issue for me as well and if things get ugly I run quick and regroup.

Si vis pacem, para bellum

08/19/06 07:09

-=ShadowStalker=-

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

Thnx very much for your imput. Makes me even more excited about my scrapper.

08/20/06 15:48

MightySmiter

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

i have a lvl 50 dark/dark scrapper, and i too have a guide out with my build posted in it. my advice is to skip the middle 3 powers in the primary, and take all of the secondary powers with the exception of cloak of fear and soul transfer. plz go chekc out my guide, as it is different than WarShadow's, and its always good to have multiple inputs

ALSO: siphon life is useless IMO. dark regen takes 3 baddies surrounding you and you can go from 1 health to full with no enhancements, recharge with 3 SO's is minimal, and i find myself able to use it often enough that i dont die. Dark consumption has longer recharge, but abolishes end problems. adn make room for both shadow punch and death shroud

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08/20/06 16:34

-=ShadowStalker=-

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

Hey Smiter, where can I find your guide at? I looked through the threads but couldn't find it. Would you happen to have a link?

Also I have a few more questions.
1. I take it Soul Drain is like build up for the other melee classes? If so how long does it last for b/c I know build up often only lasts for 5-7seconds. Is Soul Drain longer?

2. For Soul Transfer I saw that it said it leaves you invunerable for a brief time. How long is this period of time?

08/22/06 16:57

Randy7

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

I have to disagree with Siphon Life being useless. I use it in my normal attack routine as a quick "pick me up" (lvl 33 D/D). It does damage (though not as much as my others) and I get a quick heal.

Dark Regen is a great power but don't let yourself get too low...it take a few secs to initiate which could mean you're eating floor.

The great thing about the Dark/Dark set is it is extremely versital. While other scrappers are hunting for blues and greens you just suck the life/end out of all the baddies around you and move on.

Reconsider siphon life though. It helps me from getting too low in hit points (I generally use it as a final blow to re-juice before moving on to the next guy).

Guardian:
- Dark Judge - Lvl 50 Dark/Dark/BM Scrapper
- Sharp Jennie - Lvl 50 DB/WP Scrapper
- Stan XX - Lvl 43 Inv/SS/Fire Tank
- Sonick Boon - Lvl 21 Kin/Son Defender
- Master of Toys - Lvl 21 Rb/FF MM
- Jonnie Volt - Lvl 19 Elec/Dev Blaster
- Green Medic - Lvl 19 Emp/Arch Def

08/22/06 17:15

MightySmiter

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RE: Dark/Dark Scrapper Questions

Smiter's Guide

there ya go. with this build, i can do pretty much anything. now, the epic set is your choice, i just went with dark tpo continue my theme, and because tenebrous tentacles is an awesome hold. i dont like siphon life because it doesnt heal much without slotting, but that slotting should go to better powers, like your shields, or to dark gen for recharge rate. fear powers are near useless on most badguys, save for council and rikti. if you have any questions, just ask me

08/22/06 18:00

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