Kalibano
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Kali's Suggestions for DPS gear sets + downloadable planner spreadsheets
Thought this might deserve its own dedicated thread, based on the nice reactions I noticed when I posted it in my build repository and on Discord. This isn't meant to be 'meta' in any sense (in case you haven't seen my other threads, I do not care about the 'meta'). I made this for myself, and thought I could share to provide suggestions/ inspiration to anyone looking for a DPS gear set.
The spreadsheet is rather simple, but imo effective. The aim was to see everything I wanted in one screen: works perfectly for me! Though it was made for my own use, I'm very happy to share, in case anyone finds it useful! No promises it will be kept up-to-date with every bit of content released, sorry!
* You might also want to check
Kali's Past Life spreadsheet (click me!)
DPS gear set 1: Part of the Family + Dread (general template)
Below is an image of what is planned, including a list to keep track of which bonuses are included/not included.
It is meant to include the key bonuses DPS characters can benefit from, and it is very much intended for it to be tweaked more specifically to the class/race/build people want. This is a general template: there is no 'one set fits all' really, so though this approach might be unusual, it has proven particularly useful to me personally, since I have several alts.
Gear Set bonuses:
N.B.1: the Perfect Silence augment Set {+3 SA die} could replace the Tough Shields augment set {+30 PRR}, if more DPS is desired.
Dark Hunter Tempest version of the DPS gear set 1: PoF+Dread (general template) above
(more about the build + gear on this thread, if interested)
Dark Hunter Tempest DPS gear planner spreadsheet above is available to download too.
Gear Set bonuses:
Filigrees: 14 = 4 (artefact) + 10 (weapon)
Monk Henshin Mystic version of the DPS gear set 1: PoF+Dread (general template) above
(more about the build + gear on this thread, if interested)
Monk Henshin Mystic DPS gear planner spreadsheet above is available to download too.
Gear Set bonuses:
Filigrees: 14 = 4 (artefact) + 10 (weapon)
Barbarian Ravager version of the DPS gear set 1: PoF+Dread (general template) above
(more about the build + gear on this thread, if interested)
Barbarian Ravager DPS gear planner spreadsheet above is available to download too.
Gear Set bonuses:
Filigrees: 14 = 4 (artefact) + 10 (weapon)
Stormsinger Warchanter hybrid version of the DPS gear set 1: PoF+Dread (general template)
(more about the build + gear on this thread, if interested)
Stormsinger Warchanter DPS hybrid gear planner spreadsheet above is available to download too.
Gear Set bonuses:
Filigrees: 14 = 4 (artefact) + 10 (weapon)
Particularly important considerations I tend to abide by ref equipment are:
- I want to achieve things in my lifetime
- vast majority of weapon swaps for bonuses are absolutely out of question: annoying, irritating, not fun at all
- all my melees invest in some defensiveness and survival: being a soul stone is not only frustrating, but contribute zero DPS
- I play 23 alts: this isn't changing, it's just how I like it
- I need to have sets of 'standard equipment suites' that:
- fit a certain group of alts (e.g. DPS alts; THF combat style alts; etc.)
- is mostly sharable via the shared bank
- also include raid items, which are BTA, and so require considerable effort
- include several slotted augments, many of which are rare, and so require considerable effort
- can be achieved in a timeframe when they are still desirable, rather than when they are already obsolete
Those who have a bunch of active alts are most likely to fully appreciate how hard the tetris can be to make a set work for several alts, while still ensuring all key bonuses are included!I am always happy to read, consider and respond to constructive comments/ suggestions / feedback that are provided in a polite and friendly manner. I welcome discussions with anyone who is capable (and willing) to do this. Some discussions may lead to both parties simply agreeing to disagreeing - that's absolutely fine, everyone is entitled to their opinion after all!
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