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I rolled a Bio/Rad Tank (after reading the complete backstory, Controller might actually be a closer archetype), because as a casual kid reader in the early 70s, I remembered Swamp Thing as a tank-like antihero. He's now lvl 22 and pretty fun (and tough, through DFB, Posi1 and Posi2). About to move into the AOE section of Rad Melee, so looking forward to that, for sure. I don't mind the "Pigpen" cloud, as it fits the theme (I also took the "boils" body and roach travel auras and they're appropriately disgusting). My only disappointment, so far, is the Adaptive Carapace animation, which builds and breaks the entire armor set. Not really SWMPTHNG-esqe, as it were, but it's not a deal breaker.

Let me also thank Ronin for leading Manti. The Countess went down faster than /radio edit/. Hopkins was punked, as well, with extreme prejudice (twice). Much fun was had by all! See you next week!

Props to Heraclea for tips on this build. Here's my Inv/Dark - DARKNESSREIGNS This Hero build was built using Mids Reborn 3.0.4.7 https://github.com/Reborn-Team/MidsReborn Click this DataLink to open the build! DARKNESSREIGNS v4.0: Level 50 Natural Tanker Primary Power Set: Invulnerability Secondary Power Set: Dark Melee Power Pool: Leaping Power Pool: Fighting Power Pool: Leadership Power Pool: Speed Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery Hero Profile: Level 1: Resist Physical Damage -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(3), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(3), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(5), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(17), ImpArm-ResPsi(23) Level 1: Shadow Punch -- PndSlg-Stun%(A) Level 2: Temp Invulnerability -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(5), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(7), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(7), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(27) Level 4: Dull Pain -- Prv-Heal(A), Prv-Heal/EndRdx(9), Prv-EndRdx/Rchg(9), Prv-Heal/Rchg(11), Prv-Heal/Rchg/EndRdx(11), Prv-Absorb%(13) Level 6: Resist Elements -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(25), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(31), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(31), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(33), ImpArm-ResPsi(27) Level 8: Smite -- SprMghoft-Rchg/Res%(A), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(40), SprMghoft-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(48), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(43), SprMghoft-Dmg/Rchg(17) Level 10: Unyielding -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(13), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(15), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(15), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(25), UnbGrd-Max HP%(34) Level 12: Shadow Maul -- Arm-Dmg(A), Arm-Dmg/Rchg(19), Arm-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(19), Arm-Acc/Rchg(21), Arm-Dam%(21) Level 14: Super Jump -- BlsoftheZ-ResKB(A) Level 16: Siphon Life -- SprGntFis-Rchg/+Absorb(A), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(33), SprGntFis-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(33), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(34), SprGntFis-Dmg/Rchg(45), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg(46) Level 18: Invincibility -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), RedFrt-Def(36), RedFrt-Def/EndRdx(37), GssSynFr--Build%(50) Level 20: Taunt -- PrfZng-Dam%(A) Level 22: Resist Energies -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(36), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(36), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(29), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(43) Level 24: Combat Jumping -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), Rct-ResDam%(29) Level 26: Tough Hide -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), RedFrt-Def(34), RedFrt-Def/EndRdx(39) Level 28: Soul Drain -- SprAvl-Acc/Dmg(A), SprAvl-Dmg/EndRdx(39), SprAvl-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(31), SprAvl-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(40), SprAvl-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(42), SprAvl-Rchg/KDProc(46) Level 30: Kick -- FrcFdb-Rechg%(A) Level 32: Tough -- GldArm-3defTpProc(A), StdPrt-ResDam/Def+(37), ImpArm-ResPsi(37) Level 35: Dark Consumption -- ScrDrv-Acc/Dmg(A), ScrDrv-Acc/Rchg(42), ScrDrv-Dmg/Rchg(42) Level 38: Midnight Grasp -- Hct-Dmg(A), Hct-Dmg/Rchg(39), Hct-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(40), Hct-Acc/Rchg(45) Level 41: Weave -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), RedFrt-Def(48), RedFrt-Def/EndRdx(49) Level 44: Maneuvers -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(46), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(45), ShlWal-EndRdx/Rchg(48), ShlWal-ResDam/Re TP(47) Level 47: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A) Level 49: Focused Accuracy -- EndRdx-I(A) Level 1: Gauntlet Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A) Level 1: Sprint -- Empty(A) Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A) Level 2: Swift -- Empty(A) Level 2: Hurdle -- Empty(A) Level 2: Health -- NmnCnv-Regen/Rcvry+(A), Mrc-Rcvry+(23) Level 2: Stamina -- PrfShf-End%(A), PrfShf-EndMod(43) Level 50: Mighty Judgement Level 50: Melee Partial Core Graft Level 50: Diamagnetic Interface Level 50: Resilient Total Core Revamp ------------

Depends on how much driving you want to do. Autopilot? Probably Inv. Positional? Shield, for sure. Got enough time and influence? Rad can get there. Here's my go-to "Superman" build (no fly or LBE, however...as I love Melt Armor and single target hold - Char - for sappers). Classic Inv/SS. He tanks everything +4/8, from ITF to Big Mobs fire farm, including psi. I call him, the "NUTCRCKR". Thanks to Hyperstrike (see his "Mo Durable" build for the ultimate, ultimate unkillable Inv) and Infinitum for tips on slotting. This Hero build was built using Mids Reborn 3.0.4.7 https://github.com/Reborn-Team/MidsReborn Click this DataLink to open the build! NUTCRCKR v4.0: Level 50 Mutation Tanker Primary Power Set: Invulnerability Secondary Power Set: Super Strength Power Pool: Leaping Power Pool: Fighting Power Pool: Speed Ancillary Pool: Pyre Mastery Hero Profile: Level 1: Resist Physical Damage -- ImpArm-ResPsi(A), StdPrt-ResDam/Def+(3), GldArm-3defTpProc(5) Level 1: Jab -- SprGntFis-Rchg/+Absorb(A), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(17), SprGntFis-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(31), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(37), SprGntFis-Dmg/Rchg(43), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg(43) Level 2: Temp Invulnerability -- UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(A), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(3), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(5), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(7), UnbGrd-Max HP%(13) Level 4: Dull Pain -- DctWnd-Heal/EndRdx(A), DctWnd-EndRdx/Rchg(9), DctWnd-Heal/Rchg(29) Level 6: Resist Elements -- Ags-ResDam(A), Ags-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(7), Ags-EndRdx/Rchg(11), Ags-ResDam/Rchg(45), Ags-ResDam/EndRdx(45) Level 8: Unyielding -- UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(A), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(9), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(11), UnbGrd-ResDam(13) Level 10: Taunt -- PrfZng-Dam%(A) Level 12: Super Jump -- BlsoftheZ-ResKB(A), WntGif-RunSpd/Jump/Fly/Rng(31) Level 14: Resist Energies -- RctArm-ResDam/EndRdx(A), RctArm-ResDam/Rchg(15), RctArm-ResDam(15), RctArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(46) Level 16: Haymaker -- SprMghoft-Rchg/Res%(A), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(17), SprMghoft-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(23), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(25), SprMghoft-Dmg/Rchg(46), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg(48) Level 18: Invincibility -- Rct-ResDam%(A), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(19), ShlWal-Def(19), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(34), ShlWal-Def/Rchg(37) Level 20: Knockout Blow -- Hct-Dam%(A), Hct-Dmg/Rchg(21), Hct-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(21), Hct-Acc/Rchg(23), Hct-Dmg/EndRdx(25), Hct-Dmg(37) Level 22: Combat Jumping -- ShlWal-ResDam/Re TP(A), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(27), ShlWal-Def(34), ShlWal-Def/Rchg(36) Level 24: Kick -- FrcFdb-Rechg%(A) Level 26: Tough Hide -- Srn-Def/EndRdx(A), Srn-Def/Rchg(27), Srn-EndRdx/Rchg(29), Srn-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(34), Srn-Def(48), Srn-EndRdx(48) Level 28: Rage -- RechRdx-I(A) Level 30: Tough -- ImpArm-ResPsi(A), ImpArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(31) Level 32: Unstoppable -- ImpArm-ResPsi(A), ImpArm-ResDam/Rchg(33), ImpArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(33), ImpArm-ResDam/EndRdx(33) Level 35: Weave -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(36), LucoftheG-Def(36), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(40) Level 38: Foot Stomp -- Arm-Dam%(A), Arm-Dmg(39), Arm-Dmg/Rchg(39), Arm-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(42), Arm-Acc/Rchg(42), Arm-Dmg/EndRdx(43) Level 41: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(42) Level 44: Hurl -- FarStr-Dmg/Rng(A), FarStr-Dmg/Rchg(45), FarStr-Acc/EndRdx(46) Level 47: Char -- SprEnt-Acc/Hold/End/Rchg(A), SprEnt-Rchg/AbsorbProc(50) Level 49: Melt Armor -- ExpVln-DefDeb(A), ExpVln-DefDeb/Rchg(50), ExpVln-DefDeb/Rchg/EndRdx(50) Level 1: Gauntlet Level 1: Brawl -- Dmg-I(A) Level 1: Sprint -- Qck-EndRdx/RunSpd(A) Level 2: Rest -- IntRdx-I(A) Level 2: Swift -- Run-I(A) Level 2: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A) Level 2: Health -- NmnCnv-Regen/Rcvry+(A), Mrc-Rcvry+(39), Prv-Absorb%(40) Level 2: Stamina -- PrfShf-End%(A), PrfShf-EndMod(40) Level 1: Prestige Power Dash -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Slide -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Quick -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Rush -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Surge -- Empty(A) Level 4: Ninja Run Level 50: Mighty Core Final Judgement Level 50: Paralytic Core Flawless Interface Level 50: Longbow Partial Core Improved Ally Level 50: Resilient Core Paragon Level 50: Melee Core Embodiment Level 50: Task Force Commander Level 50: The Atlas Medallion ------------

I did not know that, thanks. Never rolled a Bio...may have to take this opportunity. Agreed (see sig 😉).

Good point but, ugh, I can't imagine wearing that ridiculous bio-armor animation around. At least with Inv, the effects can be muted, and can focus on the toon's looks.

Trying to decide between Inv/Rad Melee or Rad Armor/SS. Whaddya think...and may just make both 🙂

^---this

Yes, I moved PLV from his "regular" home on Indom, to get Citadel, and one TF short of TFC. Good times, since I rarely can get away on a Saturday Noon for CoH. Tks again for leading WB.

Great fun, as always. See you next week on Indom with my titular toon. May or may not make Saturday's Reunion event...

This guy is a remake of my Live toon, by the same name (and I liberally borrowed...err copied alot of Sovera's builds). Even with Fiery Melee (kept the original secondary but Rad would be even better), he can tank 99% of content (needs Barrier for ITF with all the defense debuffs, and a little weak on E/N resists), but his regen powers through most everything else. I also have found great utility with the T9 power "Strength of Will" (that many skip) and I certainly couldn't pass on a power, that was named after the toon - Will Power-Flame :-). This is my "farmer" and he and a Inv/SS tank, on follow/afk with Foot Stomp on perpetual activation, can finish the Big Mobs Tunnel Fire Farm at +3/8 in <12 minutes. Can do it in 10, if the Inv has a driver. +4 bosses take alot longer to kill, and I've found that +3 gives almost as much inf and as many purple drops, so quantity over quality, at +3 for me. I also build all my tanks as leveling builds, so going back and doing TFs...all the way back to Posi1, is no problem. This Hero build was built using Mids Reborn 3.0.4.7 https://github.com/Reborn-Team/MidsReborn Click this DataLink to open the build! Will Power-Flame v2.0: Level 50 Mutation Tanker Primary Power Set: Willpower Secondary Power Set: Fiery Melee Power Pool: Leaping Power Pool: Fighting Power Pool: Speed Power Pool: Leadership Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery Hero Profile: Level 1: High Pain Tolerance -- UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(A), UnbGrd-ResDam(3), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(3), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(5), NmnCnv-Heal(7), NmnCnv-Heal/EndRdx(9) Level 1: Scorch -- KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), KntCmb-Acc/Dmg(9), KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx(11), KntCmb-Dmg/Rchg(13), KntCmb-Knock%(15), TchofDth-Dam%(34) Level 2: Mind Over Body -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(5), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(7), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(11), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(13), UnbGrd-Max HP%(15) Level 4: Super Jump -- WntGif-RunSpd/Jump/Fly/Rng/EndRdx(A), BlsoftheZ-ResKB(21) Level 6: Fast Healing -- Prv-Absorb%(A), Prv-Heal(27), Prv-Heal/EndRdx(27), Prv-EndRdx/Rchg(29), Prv-Heal/Rchg(31), Prv-Heal/Rchg/EndRdx(33) Level 8: Indomitable Will -- EndRdx-I(A) Level 10: Rise to the Challenge -- Pnc-Heal/EndRedux(A), Pnc-EndRdx/Rchg(23), Pnc-Heal/Rchg(25), Pnc-Heal/EndRedux/Rchg(25), Pnc-Heal(31) Level 12: Combustion -- SprMghoft-Dmg/Rchg(A), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(21), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(23), SprMghoft-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(29), SprMghoft-Rchg/Res%(33) Level 14: Quick Recovery -- SynSck-EndMod(A), SynSck-Dam/Rech(31), SynSck-EndMod/Rech(33), SynSck-Dam/Rech/Acc(34), SynSck-Dam/Acc/End(36), SynSck-EndMod/+RunSpeed(37) Level 16: Kick -- KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), KntCmb-Dmg/Rchg(19), KntCmb-Acc/Dmg(39), KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx(50) Level 18: Combat Jumping -- Rct-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(A), Rct-ResDam%(37) Level 20: Taunt -- PrfZng-Dam%(A), PrfZng-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(36) Level 22: Heightened Senses -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), LucoftheG-Def(39), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(40) Level 24: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(39) Level 26: Build Up -- GssSynFr--Build%(A), RctRtc-ToHit(40), RctRtc-ToHit/Rchg(42), GssSynFr--ToHit/Rchg/EndRdx(43) Level 28: Breath of Fire -- SprGntFis-Rchg/+Absorb(A), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(45), SprGntFis-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(34), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(36), SprGntFis-Dmg/Rchg(37), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg(50) Level 30: Maneuvers -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(43) Level 32: Fire Sword Circle -- Arm-Dam%(A), Arm-Dmg/EndRdx(40), Arm-Acc/Rchg(42), Arm-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(42), Arm-Dmg/Rchg(43), Arm-Dmg(46) Level 35: Incinerate -- Hct-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(A), Hct-Dmg/Rchg(45), Hct-Dmg/EndRdx(45), Hct-Dam%(46) Level 38: Focused Accuracy -- EndRdx-I(A) Level 41: Physical Perfection -- PrfShf-End%(A) Level 44: Tough -- GldArm-RechEnd(A), GldArm-Res/Rech/End(46) Level 47: Weave -- ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(A), ShlWal-Def/Rchg(48), ShlWal-EndRdx/Rchg(48), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(48), LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(50) Level 49: Strength of Will -- GldArm-3defTpProc(A) Level 1: Gauntlet Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A) Level 1: Sprint -- Qck-EndRdx/RunSpd(A) Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A) Level 2: Swift -- Run-I(A) Level 2: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A) Level 2: Health -- NmnCnv-Regen/Rcvry+(A), NmnCnv-Heal(17), Mrc-Rcvry+(17) Level 2: Stamina -- PrfShf-End%(A), PrfShf-EndMod(19) Level 50: Resilient Core Paragon Level 50: Mighty Core Final Judgement Level 50: Reactive Total Core Conversion Level 50: Longbow Total Core Improved Ally Level 50: Assault Core Embodiment Level 50: Rebirth Core Epiphany ------------ Tons o' Fun!

Me too...named "Mace to the Face" 😆

I'll second Shield/War Mace, just because you can take the SWAT shield and a police baton for the Mace. I played with a fully "kitted" out Shield/WM, with a complete police getup and he was a total beast in toughness and damage and looked the part, as well!

Currently 48 Thugs/Dark on Excelsior...THUGSRUS

A blast, as always...but unfortunately, my screen shot of the giant mob of Council didn't work ☹️

Are you saying they are "bravely running away"...like Brave Sir Robin? 😉

You can use a catalyst on a non-Superior ATO and make it Superior?

Again, I mostly tank, so not for a brute (I did roll a EA/EM broot, who is pretty fun and kinda tanky). If I wanted to spend a fortune on Mace to the Face, I'd start by upgrading the tanker ATOs to the superior versions (adding a few percentage points to all categories affected) and replace the Crushing Impact set and both sets of Multi-Strike with purple sets (Avalanches and Winter Sets), to *really* beef up his numbers. Having said that, even with yellow sets, he's running these numbers, without incarnates or accolades, so not really sure if spending another $400M would be worth it. It's a shield build so being (over) capped in Melee, Ranged and AoE Def is a given, already. Plenty of resistances to back them up, too 🙂

Here's my WP/Fire. He's a remake from live, so I ingore everyone who hates on fiery melee and yells; YOU SHOULD HAVE GONE RAD, DUMMY! He's a whole heck of alot of fun and, as Warboss says: "Nothing warms your opponent like fiery melee"...or something like that. He also is my fire farmer and can solo the "Big Mobs" tunnel fire farm in about 15 minutes (+4/8 no bosses, because bosses just take too darned long to die), and yet tank 99% of all the other PVE content. Not much DDR without Barrier, however, so ITF ain't his forte, but that's WP for you and why you have an Inv/SS in your stable 🙂 Hope that helps! This Hero build was built using Mids Reborn 3.0.4.7 https://github.com/Reborn-Team/MidsReborn Click this DataLink to open the build! Will Power-Flame v2.0: Level 50 Mutation Tanker Primary Power Set: Willpower Secondary Power Set: Fiery Melee Power Pool: Leaping Power Pool: Fighting Power Pool: Speed Power Pool: Leadership Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery Hero Profile: Level 1: High Pain Tolerance -- UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(A), UnbGrd-ResDam(3), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(3), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(5), NmnCnv-Heal(7), NmnCnv-Heal/EndRdx(9) Level 1: Scorch -- KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), KntCmb-Acc/Dmg(9), KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx(11), KntCmb-Dmg/Rchg(13), KntCmb-Knock%(15), TchofDth-Dam%(34) Level 2: Mind Over Body -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(5), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(7), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(11), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(13), UnbGrd-Max HP%(15) Level 4: Super Jump -- WntGif-RunSpd/Jump/Fly/Rng/EndRdx(A), BlsoftheZ-ResKB(21) Level 6: Fast Healing -- Prv-Absorb%(A), Prv-Heal(27), Prv-Heal/EndRdx(27), Prv-EndRdx/Rchg(29), Prv-Heal/Rchg(31), Prv-Heal/Rchg/EndRdx(33) Level 8: Indomitable Will -- EndRdx-I(A) Level 10: Rise to the Challenge -- Pnc-Heal/EndRedux(A), Pnc-EndRdx/Rchg(23), Pnc-Heal/Rchg(25), Pnc-Heal/EndRedux/Rchg(25), Pnc-Heal(31) Level 12: Combustion -- SprMghoft-Dmg/Rchg(A), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(21), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(23), SprMghoft-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(29), SprMghoft-Rchg/Res%(33) Level 14: Quick Recovery -- SynSck-EndMod(A), SynSck-Dam/Rech(31), SynSck-EndMod/Rech(33), SynSck-Dam/Rech/Acc(34), SynSck-Dam/Acc/End(36), SynSck-EndMod/+RunSpeed(37) Level 16: Kick -- KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), KntCmb-Dmg/Rchg(19), KntCmb-Acc/Dmg(39), KntCmb-Dmg/EndRdx(50) Level 18: Combat Jumping -- Rct-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(A), Rct-ResDam%(37) Level 20: Taunt -- PrfZng-Dam%(A), PrfZng-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(36) Level 22: Heightened Senses -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), LucoftheG-Def(39), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(40) Level 24: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(39) Level 26: Build Up -- GssSynFr--Build%(A), RctRtc-ToHit(40), RctRtc-ToHit/Rchg(42), GssSynFr--ToHit/Rchg/EndRdx(43) Level 28: Breath of Fire -- GntFis-Acc/Dmg(A), GntFis-Dmg/Rchg(45), GntFis-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(34), GntFis-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(36), GntFis-Rchg/+Absorb(37), GntFis-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(50) Level 30: Maneuvers -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(43) Level 32: Fire Sword Circle -- Arm-Dam%(A), Arm-Dmg/EndRdx(40), Arm-Acc/Rchg(42), Arm-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(42), Arm-Dmg/Rchg(43), Arm-Dmg(46) Level 35: Incinerate -- Hct-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(A), Hct-Dmg/Rchg(45), Hct-Dmg/EndRdx(45), Hct-Dam%(46) Level 38: Focused Accuracy -- EndRdx-I(A) Level 41: Physical Perfection -- PrfShf-End%(A) Level 44: Tough -- GldArm-RechEnd(A), GldArm-Res/Rech/End(46) Level 47: Weave -- ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(A), ShlWal-Def/Rchg(48), ShlWal-EndRdx/Rchg(48), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(48), LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(50) Level 49: Strength of Will -- GldArm-3defTpProc(A) Level 1: Gauntlet Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A) Level 1: Sprint -- Qck-EndRdx/RunSpd(A) Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A) Level 2: Swift -- Run-I(A) Level 2: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A) Level 2: Health -- NmnCnv-Regen/Rcvry+(A), NmnCnv-Heal(17), Mrc-Rcvry+(17) Level 2: Stamina -- PrfShf-End%(A), PrfShf-EndMod(19) Level 50: Resilient Core Paragon Level 50: Mighty Core Final Judgement Level 50: Reactive Total Core Conversion Level 50: Longbow Total Core Improved Ally Level 50: Assault Core Embodiment Level 50: Rebirth Core Epiphany ------------

I rolled one to try out Energy Armor on something other than a scrapper (even though I never rolled one of those, either...🤭). Not bad but, much like Dark Armor, I'm not a big fan of any powers that completely obscure the toon. It's pretty tanky, though.

Here you go. It's a "reasonably" budget build, with the non-superior ATOs, and zero other purple sets. Doesn't affect durability, however, as he's pretty much unkillable, even without a self heal. This Hero build was built using Mids Reborn 3.0.4.7 https://github.com/Reborn-Team/MidsReborn Click this DataLink to open the build! Mace to the Face_v3.0: Level 50 Science Tanker Primary Power Set: Shield Defense Secondary Power Set: War Mace Power Pool: Fighting Power Pool: Leaping Power Pool: Speed Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery Hero Profile: Level 1: Deflection -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(3), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(5), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(13), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(17), ImpArm-ResPsi(21) Level 1: Bash -- PrfZng-Dam%(A), PrfZng-Taunt/Rng(7), PrfZng-Acc/Rchg(17), PrfZng-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(23), PrfZng-Taunt/Rchg(23), PrfZng-Taunt(33) Level 2: Battle Agility -- ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(A), ShlWal-Def(3), ShlWal-Def/Rchg(9), ShlWal-ResDam/Re TP(15), ShlWal-EndRdx/Rchg(19), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(25) Level 4: True Grit -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(7), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(9), UnbGrd-Max HP%(11), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(11), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(13) Level 6: Pulverize -- CrsImp-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), CrsImp-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(15), CrsImp-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(21), CrsImp-Dmg/EndRdx(31), CrsImp-Dmg/Rchg(40), CrsImp-Acc/Dmg(50) Level 8: Against All Odds -- EndRdx-I(A) Level 10: Taunt -- PrfZng-Dam%(A) Level 12: Kick -- FrcFdb-Rechg%(A) Level 14: Super Jump -- BlsoftheZ-ResKB(A) Level 16: Active Defense -- RechRdx-I(A) Level 18: Phalanx Fighting -- ShlWal-Def/Rchg(A), ShlWal-EndRdx/Rchg(19), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(31), ShlWal-Def(31), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(37), LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(45) Level 20: Build Up -- GssSynFr--Build%(A), GssSynFr--ToHit/Rchg/EndRdx(34) Level 22: Whirling Mace -- MghoftheT-Rchg/Res%(A), MghoftheT-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(36), MghoftheT-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(42), MghoftheT-Dmg/Rchg(43), MghoftheT-Acc/Dmg(46), MghoftheT-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(46) Level 24: Tough -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(25), UnbGrd-EndRdx/Rchg(33), UnbGrd-Rchg/ResDam(33), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(34), StdPrt-ResDam/Def+(45) Level 26: Shield Charge -- Mlt-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), Mlt-Acc/EndRdx(27), Mlt-Dmg/Rchg(27), Mlt-Dmg/EndRdx(29), Mlt-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(29) Level 28: Weave -- ShlWal-Def/EndRdx(A), ShlWal-EndRdx/Rchg(36), ShlWal-Def/Rchg(37), ShlWal-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(43), ShlWal-Def(43), Rct-ResDam%(46) Level 30: Combat Jumping -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(36), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(37) Level 32: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A) Level 35: Shatter -- Mlt-Acc/Dmg(A), Mlt-Dmg/EndRdx(39), Mlt-Dmg/Rchg(39), Mlt-Acc/EndRdx(39), Mlt-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(40), Mlt-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(42) Level 38: Crowd Control -- GntFis-Rchg/+Absorb(A), GntFis-Acc/Dmg(40), GntFis-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(48), GntFis-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(48), GntFis-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(48), GntFis-Dmg/Rchg(50) Level 41: Conserve Power -- RechRdx-I(A) Level 44: One with the Shield -- GldArm-3defTpProc(A), ImpArm-ResPsi(50) Level 47: Focused Accuracy -- GssSynFr--ToHit/EndRdx(A) Level 49: Grant Cover -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A) Level 1: Gauntlet Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A) Level 1: Sprint -- Qck-EndRdx/RunSpd(A) Level 2: Rest -- IntRdx-I(A) Level 2: Swift -- Run-I(A) Level 2: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A) Level 2: Health -- Mrc-Rcvry+(A), NmnCnv-Regen/Rcvry+(5), Prv-Absorb%(42) Level 2: Stamina -- PrfShf-End%(A), PrfShf-EndMod(34), PrfShf-EndMod/Acc(45) Level 1: Prestige Power Dash -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Slide -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Quick -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Rush -- Empty(A) Level 1: Prestige Power Surge -- Empty(A) Level 4: Ninja Run Level 50: Resilient Total Core Revamp Level 50: Mighty Core Judgement Level 50: Diamagnetic Total Core Conversion Level 50: Ageless Core Invocation Level 50: Melee Total Core Graft ------------

If you want my tank build ("Mace to the Face"), I'll share that one, but I don't have a brute build, sorry.

I had missed that, myself. Great advice and all my Inv. toons are now getting it. Thanks!

Here you go! A Meandering Path to a Billion Inf - The Market - Homecoming (homecomingservers.com)

Just read @Yomo's thread about his "Journey to $1B". Hilarious and motivating. I was in your shoes and now I have a billion or two, scattered across about 5 toons. Easier than you think 🤑