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    New to tankers. Can I skip taunt?

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    Posted · Edited by MrAxe

    You can skip it. Just be sure to make good use of your taunt aura. Although as a recent mental ITF filled with suicidal squishies taught me, it pays to have a taunt with range. There may be situations where you wish you had it but in general you'll be fine.

    Homecoming web site having issues?

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    On 6/17/2021 at 10:08 AM, Solarverse said:

    Been noticing the past few days that sometimes when I click on a page, it just goes in to limbo. Or even liking somebody's post, it sometimes kicks back with an error. Have not noticed this on other web sites, so I don't know if it;s an issue with my web browser or if it is this web site itself.

    I had this the other day, too.

    AFK Bio

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    Only just made my main's bio after 2 years lol. Had the same concept since live but only just got around to writing it. Its not all that good. Just really explains what a British hero is doing in Paragon City. I did make it far less dramatically written though. One or two of my old bio's make me cringe now.

    WHY is your favourite toon your favourite?

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    Posted · Edited by MrAxe

    Shield Defence/Psionic Melee Tanker.

     

    1. I love Tanks

    2. I love telekinesis

    3. Shield has tons of awesome stuff. Positional defence, resistance, high def debuff resist plus a cool attack and more. Also its the one tank primary that actually adds to your costume rather than hides it.

    4. I love Tanks.

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    Shield/Psi Melee build advice

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    Posted · Edited by MrAxe
    Crappy spelling.

     

    1 hour ago, Warboss said:

    Hey Axe, that's an interesting build. As one who's struggled with PSi Melee, how do you like Boggle? I noticed you six slotted it for Purples, are you using that as a mule or do you actively use the power (I didn't care for it much and think it's a bit out of place on a Tanker (note: this is not a criticism, but my own opinion based on my experience playing the set). And have you seen the proc firing on Against All Odds? If so how frequently?

     

    Thanks for posting the build. I always enjoy seeing how others build out their Tanks.

     

    I'm a bit bias with Boggle as confuse powers are one of my favourite types. Even if it was crap I would have picked it.😁  That said with the proc its actually quite useful, it can affect around 6 targets. If you're not going to slot the proc then its not worth taking. I use it for the power itself and the set bonuses.

     

    The proc doesn't fire very often in AAO. I use it since the only meaningful way left to improve my build was damage (I didn't need an end redux) and I'm still mouning the loss of AoE Insight Strike. It helped me sooo much when leveling.

    Shield/Psi Melee build advice

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    Posted · Edited by MrAxe
    More observations.

    My Shield/Psi Tank is my main. Three issues right off the bat. There is no need to have 3 rech in Hasten. Use 2 and just boost both of them to save a slot. Secondly if you have no intention of playing pvp you have no need to have accuracy in Taunt. You may also consider dropping either TK Blow or Psi Blade. With your recharge you don't need that many weaker single target attacks.

     

    Check out my build below to see how it compares. You may possibly find something you like about it. My resistance and defence numbers are higher (except for AoE defence by a tiny margin) without having to take Tough and Weave, even without incarnates. Although I see you're going for more damage by way of recharge, imo the sacrifices to things like resistance and power choices are not worth it. The only real benefit to having more recharge than me is a much faster recharging Shield Charge. That is a benefit but to me at least that's not the priority. However your priorities may be differnet of course.

     

    Btw the only reason I took laser eyes was for fun. Its not needed for an effective build. I just love lasers. 🙂

     

     

    This Hero build was built using Mids Reborn 3.0.4.6
    https://github.com/Reborn-Team/MidsReborn

    Click this DataLink to open the build!

    The TK Cavalier: Level 50 Mutation Tanker
    Primary Power Set: Shield Defense
    Secondary Power Set: Psionic Melee
    Power Pool: Flight
    Power Pool: Leadership
    Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery

    Hero Profile:
    Level 1: Deflection -- LucoftheG-Def(A), LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(3), GldArm-ResDam(3), GldArm-3defTpProc(5), ShlWal-ResDam/Re TP(5), StdPrt-ResDam/Def+(7)
    Level 1: Mental Strike -- Mk'Bit-Acc/Dmg(A), Mk'Bit-Dmg/EndRdx(7), Mk'Bit-Dmg/Rchg(9), Mk'Bit-Acc/EndRdx/Rchg(9), Mk'Bit-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(11), Mk'Bit-Dam%(11)
    Level 2: Battle Agility -- LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx(A), LucoftheG-Def/Rchg(13), LucoftheG-EndRdx/Rchg(13), LucoftheG-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(15), LucoftheG-Def(15), LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(17)
    Level 4: Telekinetic Blow -- SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg(A), SprGntFis-Dmg/Rchg(17), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(19), SprGntFis-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(19), SprGntFis-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(21), SprGntFis-Rchg/+Absorb(21)
    Level 6: True Grit -- Ags-ResDam/EndRdx(A), Ags-ResDam/Rchg(23), Ags-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(23), Ags-ResDam(25), Prv-Heal(25), Prv-Absorb%(27)
    Level 8: Active Defense -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(27)
    Level 10: Air Superiority -- CrsImp-Acc/Dmg(A), CrsImp-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(29), CrsImp-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(29)
    Level 12: Phalanx Fighting -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A)
    Level 14: Taunt -- PrfZng-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(A), PrfZng-Acc/Rchg(31), PrfZng-Taunt/Rng(31), PrfZng-Dam%(31)
    Level 16: Psi Blade Sweep -- SprAvl-Acc/Dmg(A), SprAvl-Dmg/EndRdx(33), SprAvl-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(33), SprAvl-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(33), SprAvl-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(34), SprAvl-Rchg/KDProc(34)
    Level 18: Maneuvers -- LucoftheG-Def/Rchg+(A)
    Level 20: Concentration -- AdjTrg-ToHit/Rchg(A), AdjTrg-ToHit/EndRdx/Rchg(34), AdjTrg-EndRdx/Rchg(36), GssSynFr--Build%(36)
    Level 22: Fly -- WntGif-RunSpd/Jump/Fly/Rng(A), WntGif-ResSlow(36)
    Level 24: Assault -- EndRdx-I(A)
    Level 26: Shield Charge -- ScrDrv-Acc/Dmg(A), ScrDrv-Dmg/EndRdx(37), ScrDrv-Dmg/Rchg(37), ScrDrv-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(37), ScrDrv-Dam%(39), RechRdx-I(39)
    Level 28: Boggle -- CrcPrs-Conf(A), CrcPrs-Conf/Rchg(39), CrcPrs-Acc/Conf/Rchg(40), CrcPrs-Acc/Rchg(40), CrcPrs-Conf/EndRdx(40), CrcPrs-Conf%(42)
    Level 30: Against All Odds -- PrfZng-Dam%(A)
    Level 32: One with the Shield -- UnbGrd-ResDam(A), UnbGrd-ResDam/EndRdx(42), UnbGrd-Max HP%(42)
    Level 35: Greater Psi Blade -- SprBlsCol-Acc/Dmg(A), SprBlsCol-Dmg/EndRdx(43), SprBlsCol-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(43), SprBlsCol-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(43), SprBlsCol-Dmg/EndRdx/Acc/Rchg(45), SprEnt-Rchg/AbsorbProc(45)
    Level 38: Mass Levitate -- SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg(A), SprMghoft-Dmg/Rchg(45), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(46), SprMghoft-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(46), SprMghoft-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(46), SprMghoft-Rchg/Res%(48)
    Level 41: Grant Cover -- Rct-ResDam%(A)
    Level 44: Focused Accuracy -- EndRdx-I(A)
    Level 47: Physical Perfection -- NmnCnv-Regen/Rcvry+(A)
    Level 49: Laser Beam Eyes -- Apc-Dmg(A), Apc-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(50), Apc-Dam%(50)
    Level 1: Gauntlet
    Level 1: Brawl -- Acc-I(A)
    Level 1: Sprint -- Clr-Stlth(A)
    Level 2: Rest -- Heal-I(A)
    Level 2: Swift -- Run-I(A)
    Level 2: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A)
    Level 2: Health -- Pnc-Heal/+End(A), Mrc-Rcvry+(50)
    Level 2: Stamina -- PrfShf-EndMod(A), PrfShf-EndMod/Rchg(48), PrfShf-End%(48)
    Level 1: Prestige Power Dash -- Run-I(A)
    Level 1: Prestige Power Slide -- Run-I(A)
    Level 1: Prestige Power Quick -- Run-I(A)
    Level 1: Prestige Power Rush -- Run-I(A)
    Level 1: Prestige Power Surge -- Run-I(A)
    Level 4: Ninja Run
    Level 50: Nerve Radial Paragon
    Level 50: Mighty Radial Final Judgement
    Level 50: Paralytic Radial Flawless Interface
    Level 50: Longbow Radial Superior Ally
    Level 50: Rebirth Core Epiphany
    Level 50: Melee Core Embodiment
    Level 50: Freedom Phalanx Reserve
    Level 50: Portal Jockey
    Level 50: Task Force Commander
    Level 50: The Atlas Medallion
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    What missions do you autocomplete?

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    On 5/8/2021 at 10:02 PM, GastlyGibus said:

    Stop 30 Fir Bolg entering door - Skipper LeGrange

    Everyone skips this one, and for good reason. It's one of the most boring missions in the game. I usually don't mind tedium with fighting a bunch of bad guys, but the time between each wave spawn is so damn long and you end up sitting in this mission for close to twenty minutes.

     

    No way I'm ever skipping it. Its the only real form of mission variety that was added after I first played the game.

    Psi Melee - Why so terrible?

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    I have it on my main. Never thought I'd get telekinesis on a tank and along with my favourite mez its like it was made for me. I don't mind that it manifests itself as a fist. I just wish it was easier to see in a crowd. The tank buffs sorted out the issues I had with the cone and aoe so for me at least a tank was the right choice.

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