IonFlow

Thanks; I was tweaking a different build and hadn't actually "fixed" when I was taking certain powers. I really, REALLY, apprecaite the tweaks. Looks great. Expensive, but great. Now, to get back to farming tickets and influence for this build...

Ion Flow

That's my concern--I'm not sure HOW to cap S/L/E/N without gimping my build. If you have some specific feedback, I'd love some help.

Thanks,
Ion Flow

Thanks for the feedback; and yes, I'm trying to get to 30 to 35% defense to everything with big HP and big regen. I figure that'll keep me flying as a SS/WP guy.

Ion Flow

Hey all,

Here's my first real attempt at IO'ing out my SS/WP brute. I love this toon, and I'd like to make him the absolute best I can. I'd love to make sure he can dish a ton of damage but take a ton of damage, too. I want decent HP, great regen, great recovery, and great recharge all of which I hope this build has, but I don't want to gimp my defense, either. I hope things look o.k.

My main concern is how I've slotted Char--I don't use this power at all, so I'm really only using it as a set mule. Can you see better ways to slot this power?

Thanks for any and all feedback; it's GREATLY appreciated.

Ion Flow

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Flowing Force: Level 50 Science Brute
Primary Power Set: Super Strength
Secondary Power Set: Willpower
Power Pool: Speed
Power Pool: Leadership
Power Pool: Leaping
Power Pool: Fighting
Ancillary Pool: Pyre Mastery

Hero Profile:
Level 1: Punch -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(11), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(11), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(15), Mako-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(17)
Level 1: High Pain Tolerance -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(5), Numna-Heal/Rchg(7), TtmC'tng-ResDam(7), TtmC'tng-ResDam/Rchg(23), TtmC'tng-ResDam/EndRdx(27)
Level 2: Mind Over Body -- TtmC'tng-ResDam(A), TtmC'tng-ResDam/EndRdx(3), TtmC'tng-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(17)
Level 4: Haymaker -- KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(5), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(25), KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(36), Mako-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(36)
Level 6: Super Speed -- Winter-ResSlow(A)
Level 8: Fast Healing -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(9), Numna-Heal/Rchg(9)
Level 10: Knockout Blow -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(27), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(31), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(37), Mako-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(37)
Level 12: Indomitable Will -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(13), LkGmblr-Rchg+(13)
Level 14: Maneuvers -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/Rchg(15), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(36), LkGmblr-Rchg+(39)
Level 16: Combat Jumping -- Ksmt-ToHit+(A), LkGmblr-Def(23), LkGmblr-Rchg+(34)
Level 18: Rise to the Challenge -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(19), Numna-Heal/Rchg(19), Numna-Heal/EndRdx/Rchg(43)
Level 20: Quick Recovery -- P'Shift-EndMod(A), P'Shift-EndMod/Acc(21), P'Shift-EndMod/Rchg(21), P'Shift-End%(46)
Level 22: Rage -- Rec'dRet-ToHit(A), Rec'dRet-ToHit/Rchg(42)
Level 24: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(25), RechRdx-I(34)
Level 26: Boxing -- Acc-I(A)
Level 28: Heightened Senses -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(29), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(29), LkGmblr-Rchg+(31)
Level 30: Tough -- Aegis-ResDam(A), Aegis-ResDam/EndRdx(39), Aegis-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(42)
Level 32: Foot Stomp -- Erad-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(A), Erad-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(33), Erad-Dmg/Rchg(33), Erad-Dmg(33), FrcFbk-Rechg%(34), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(43)
Level 35: Jab -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(40), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(45), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(45)
Level 38: Weave -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(40), LkGmblr-Rchg+(40)
Level 41: Char -- Dev'n-Acc/Dmg(A), Dev'n-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(42), Dev'n-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(43), Apoc-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(45), Apoc-Acc/Rchg(46), Apoc-Dam%(50)
Level 44: Melt Armor -- Acc-I(A)
Level 47: Fire Ball -- Posi-Acc/Dmg(A), Posi-Dmg/EndRdx(48), Posi-Dmg/Rchg(48), Posi-Dmg/Rng(48), Posi-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(50)
Level 49: Strength of Will -- S'fstPrt-ResDam/Def+(A)
Level 0: Freedom Phalanx Reserve
Level 0: Portal Jockey
Level 0: Task Force Commander
Level 0: The Atlas Medallion
Level 50: Reactive Core Flawless Interface
Level 50: Ion Core Final Judgement -- Empty(A)
Level 50: Spiritual Radial Paragon
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Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Fury
Level 1: Sprint -- Empty(A)
Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A)
Level 4: Ninja Run
Level 2: Swift -- Run-I(A)
Level 2: Health -- RgnTis-Regen+(A), Mrcl-Rcvry+(31), Numna-Regen/Rcvry+(46)
Level 2: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A)
Level 2: Stamina -- P'Shift-EndMod(A), P'Shift-EndMod/Acc(3), P'Shift-EndMod/Rchg(37), P'Shift-End%(39)

I'd love to join. I know both Lambda and BAF very well, but I haven't yet run Keyes. I'll try to be online as Flowing Force.

Global ID: @Kid Cinders

Thanks for the help with this!

I appreciate the feedback.

This is a respec at 50; I already have this guy at 50 and I'm playing around. As to taunt, I took it much earlier when I was leveling than I have it in this build.

I've already run and completed all the task forces and earned all the accolades on this toon. I don't go back on toons like this to work on low-level content. I use alts for that. As such, when certain powers are taken--taunt at 30, SoW at 49--is in part due to things not really mattering as I'll only be playing this guy at 50.

I'm going to look into droping my slots in taunt; I don't need all the bonuses I'm getting there and might be able to use them better elsewhere. Any thoughts?

Thanks for all of the feedback; I'll post an updated build later tonight.

Ion Flow

Hey all,

I promise, I've spent hours and I've read the past 20 or so pages on WP, SS, and IO stuff. That said, I'm back to the game after another lengthy (8 months?) layoff, and I'd greatly appreciate those of you with far better knowledge of IOs helping me out.

My goals for this build are as follows:

1. I want to be the best all-around tank I can be. I want great regen, defense, resistance as able, etc. WP helps me do that; IOs enhance what WP naturally does.
2. I'd still like to do decent damage. I know I'm a tank, but with SS I have great AoE damage with Foot Stomp, especially if my recharge is solid, and my single target attack chain is solid, too.
3. Did I mention I'm going for all-around effectiveness?

I'm not sold on energy mastery, but given the bang for the buck issues--I just don't have any slots to spare--it seemed like the best choice. Physical Perfection and Conserve Power aren't awful, either way.

Anyway, any help is very much appreciated. Thanks in advance for taking the time to read this build and make suggestions.

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Formidable Force: Level 50 Mutation Tanker
Primary Power Set: Willpower
Secondary Power Set: Super Strength
Power Pool: Speed
Power Pool: Fighting
Power Pool: Leaping
Power Pool: Leadership
Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery

Hero Profile:
Level 1: High Pain Tolerance -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(3), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(7), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(37), Numna-Heal(37), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(40)
Level 1: Jab -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(34), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(34), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(34)
Level 2: Punch -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(3), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(7), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(17), Mako-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(33)
Level 4: Mind Over Body -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(5), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(5), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(17)
Level 6: Indomitable Will -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(46), LkGmblr-Def/Rchg(48), LkGmblr-Rchg+(48)
Level 8: Haymaker -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(9), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(9), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(15), Mako-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(25)
Level 10: Rise to the Challenge -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(11), Numna-Heal/Rchg(11), Numna-Heal/EndRdx/Rchg(15), Taunt-I(19), Taunt-I(19)
Level 12: Quick Recovery -- P'Shift-EndMod(A), P'Shift-EndMod/Rchg(13), P'Shift-End%(13)
Level 14: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(36)
Level 16: Super Speed -- Run-I(A)
Level 18: Fast Healing -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(36), Numna-Heal/Rchg(37), Numna-Regen/Rcvry+(42)
Level 20: Knockout Blow -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(21), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(21), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(25), Mako-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(40)
Level 22: Heightened Senses -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(23), LkGmblr-Def/Rchg(23), LkGmblr-Rchg+(46)
Level 24: Boxing -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(50), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(50), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(50)
Level 26: Tough -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(27), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(27), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(45)
Level 28: Rage -- Rec'dRet-ToHit(A), Rec'dRet-ToHit/Rchg(29), RechRdx-I(29), RechRdx-I(45)
Level 30: Taunt -- Zinger-Taunt(A), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg(31), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(31), Zinger-Acc/Rchg(36), Zinger-Taunt/Rng(42), Zinger-Dam%(45)
Level 32: Weave -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(33), LkGmblr-Def/Rchg(33), LkGmblr-Rchg+(46)
Level 35: Combat Jumping -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Rchg+(40)
Level 38: Foot Stomp -- Erad-Dmg(A), Erad-Acc/Rchg(39), Erad-Dmg/Rchg(39), Erad-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(39), Sciroc-Dmg/Rchg(42)
Level 41: Maneuvers -- LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(A), LkGmblr-Rchg+(48)
Level 44: Conserve Power -- RechRdx-I(A)
Level 47: Physical Perfection -- RgnTis-Regen+(A)
Level 49: Strength of Will -- S'fstPrt-ResDam/Def+(A)
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Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Gauntlet
Level 1: Sprint -- Clrty-Stlth(A)
Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A)
Level 4: Ninja Run
Level 2: Swift -- Empty(A)
Level 2: Health -- Mrcl-Heal(A), Mrcl-Heal/EndRdx(43), Mrcl-Rcvry+(43)
Level 2: Hurdle -- Empty(A)
Level 2: Stamina -- P'Shift-EndMod(A), P'Shift-EndMod/Rchg(31), P'Shift-End%(43)
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Set Bonus Totals:

• 2.5% DamageBuff(Smashing)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Lethal)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Fire)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Cold)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Energy)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Negative)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Toxic)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(Psionic)
• 30.5% Defense(Smashing)
• 30.5% Defense(Lethal)
• 3% Defense(Fire)
• 3% Defense(Cold)
• 9.88% Defense(Energy)
• 9.88% Defense(Negative)
• 3% Defense(Psionic)
• 16.8% Defense(Melee)
• 6.44% Defense(Ranged)
• 3% Defense(AoE)
• 1.8% Max End
• 27% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 12% Enhancement(Heal)
• 42.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
• 10% FlySpeed
• 421.7 HP (22.5%) HitPoints
• 10% JumpHeight
• 10% JumpSpeed
• MezResist(Immobilize) 17.1%
• MezResist(Terrorized) 2.75%
• 2.5% (0.04 End/sec) Recovery
• 86% (6.72 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 10% RunSpeed

Bleh, sorry. I found some mistakes and made some tweaks after posting. Again, I have the resources for the build below. Just looking for feedback.

Thanks for all of the help!
Ion Flow

Hero Plan by Mids' Hero Designer 1.803
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Formidable Force: Level 50 Science Tanker
Primary Power Set: Willpower
Secondary Power Set: Super Strength
Power Pool: Speed
Power Pool: Fitness
Power Pool: Fighting
Power Pool: Leaping
Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery

Hero Profile:
Level 1: High Pain Tolerance -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(3), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(5), Numna-Heal(11), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(15), Numna-Heal/Rchg(17)
Level 1: Jab -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(21), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(25), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(27)
Level 2: Fast Healing -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(3), Numna-Heal/Rchg(5), Mrcl-Rcvry+(23), Mrcl-Heal(46), Mrcl-Heal/EndRdx(46)
Level 4: Mind Over Body -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(7), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(7), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(11), S'fstPrt-ResDam/Def+(15), GA-3defTpProc(37)
Level 6: Indomitable Will -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(37), LkGmblr-Rchg+(37)
Level 8: Rise to the Challenge -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(9), Numna-Heal/Rchg(9), Numna-Heal/EndRdx/Rchg(31)
Level 10: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(40), RechRdx-I(42)
Level 12: Quick Recovery -- Efficacy-EndMod(A), Efficacy-EndMod/Rchg(13), Efficacy-EndMod/Acc(13)
Level 14: Super Speed -- Zephyr-ResKB(A)
Level 16: Haymaker -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(17), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(25), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(27)
Level 18: Heightened Senses -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(19), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(19), LkGmblr-Rchg+(50)
Level 20: Knockout Blow -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(21), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(23), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(31)
Level 22: Taunt -- Zinger-Taunt(A), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg(43), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(43), Zinger-Acc/Rchg(43), Zinger-Taunt/Rng(45), Zinger-Dam%(46)
Level 24: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A)
Level 26: Health -- RgnTis-Regen+(A), RgnTis-Heal/EndRdx(31), RgnTis-Heal/Rchg(33), Numna-Heal(34), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(34)
Level 28: Rage -- GSFC-ToHit(A), GSFC-ToHit/Rchg(29), GSFC-ToHit/Rchg/EndRdx(29), GSFC-Rchg/EndRdx(48), GSFC-ToHit/EndRdx(48), GSFC-Build%(48)
Level 30: Stamina -- EndMod-I(A)
Level 32: Kick -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(33), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(33), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(34)
Level 35: Tough -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(36), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(36), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(36)
Level 38: Foot Stomp -- Oblit-Dmg(A), Oblit-Acc/Rchg(39), Oblit-Dmg/Rchg(39), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(39), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(40), FrcFbk-Rechg%(40)
Level 41: Weave -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(42), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx/Rchg(42), LkGmblr-Rchg+(50)
Level 44: Combat Jumping -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(45), LkGmblr-Rchg+(45)
Level 47: Conserve Power -- RechRdx-I(A)
Level 49: Physical Perfection -- Numna-Regen/Rcvry+(A), Numna-Heal(50)
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Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Sprint -- Clrty-Stlth(A)
Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Gauntlet
Level 4: Ninja Run
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Set Bonus Totals:

• 8% DamageBuff(Smashing)
• 8% DamageBuff(Lethal)
• 8% DamageBuff(Fire)
• 8% DamageBuff(Cold)
• 8% DamageBuff(Energy)
• 8% DamageBuff(Negative)
• 8% DamageBuff(Toxic)
• 8% DamageBuff(Psionic)
• 27.9% Defense(Smashing)
• 27.9% Defense(Lethal)
• 7.25% Defense(Fire)
• 7.25% Defense(Cold)
• 11% Defense(Energy)
• 11% Defense(Negative)
• 6% Defense(Psionic)
• 18.8% Defense(Melee)
• 10.4% Defense(Ranged)
• 8.5% Defense(AoE)
• 40% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
• 27% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 6% Enhancement(Heal)
• 5% FlySpeed
• 421.7 HP (22.5%) HitPoints
• 5% JumpHeight
• 5% JumpSpeed
• Knockback (Mag -4)
• Knockup (Mag -4)
• MezResist(Immobilize) 14.3%
• MezResist(Stun) 2.2%
• MezResist(Terrorized) 2.75%
• 6.5% (0.11 End/sec) Recovery
• 110% (8.61 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 9% RunSpeed

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Set Bonuses:
Reactive Armor
(High Pain Tolerance)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 1.1%
• 1.25% Defense(Energy,Negative), 0.63% Defense(Ranged)

Numina's Convalescence
(High Pain Tolerance)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Kinetic Combat
(Jab)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Numina's Convalescence
(Fast Healing)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Miracle
(Fast Healing)

• 2.5% (0.04 End/sec) Recovery
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Reactive Armor
(Mind Over Body)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 1.1%
• 1.25% Defense(Energy,Negative), 0.63% Defense(Ranged)
• 1.25% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 0.63% Defense(Melee)

Steadfast Protection
(Mind Over Body)

• 3% Defense(All)

Gladiator's Armor
(Mind Over Body)

• 3% Defense(All)

Luck of the Gambler
(Indomitable Will)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Numina's Convalescence
(Rise to the Challenge)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints
• 6% Enhancement(Heal)

Efficacy Adaptor
(Quick Recovery)

• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 1.5% (0.03 End/sec) Recovery

Blessing of the Zephyr
(Super Speed)

• Knockback Protection (Mag -4)

Kinetic Combat
(Haymaker)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Luck of the Gambler
(Heightened Senses)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 9% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Kinetic Combat
(Knockout Blow)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Perfect Zinger
(Taunt)

• MezResist(Terrorized) 2.75%
• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(All)
• 3.13% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.56% Defense(Melee)

Regenerative Tissue
(Health)

• 4% RunSpeed
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints

Numina's Convalescence
(Health)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration

Gaussian's Synchronized Fire-Control
(Rage)

• 5% JumpSpeed, 5% JumpHeight, 5% FlySpeed, 5% RunSpeed
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints
• 2.5% (0.04 End/sec) Recovery
• 2.5% DamageBuff(All)
• 2.5% Defense(Melee), 1.25% Defense(Lethal), 1.25% Defense(Smashing), 2.5% Defense(Ranged), 1.25% Defense(Energy), 1.25% Defense(Negative), 2.5% Defense(AoE), 1.25% Defense(Fire), 1.25% Defense(Cold)

Kinetic Combat
(Kick)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Reactive Armor
(Tough)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 1.1%
• 1.25% Defense(Energy,Negative), 0.63% Defense(Ranged)
• 1.25% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 0.63% Defense(Melee)

Obliteration
(Foot Stomp)

• MezResist(Stun) 2.2%
• 3% DamageBuff(All)
• 9% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Luck of the Gambler
(Weave)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 9% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Luck of the Gambler
(Combat Jumping)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Numina's Convalescence
(Physical Perfection)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration

Heyas all,

I've really had fun with my WP/SS tank. Despite the weak taunt aura, with FS going strong and careful play I think I do well with aggro. I have the resources to put together the build below, but I'm hoping the forum think tank might be able to help me tweak a few things. My goals are as below:

1. Strong Survival--I've stacked a lot of HP/Regen. My favorite toon of all time was my release regen scrapper. He just didn't die. I'd like to mimic that effect as best I can. Plus, regen is the one defense that helps with everything. By stacking HP/Regen, I'm hoping that I can live through granite-level items.

2. Strong Survival, Part II--Not getting hit is still awesome. I haven't soft capped all defense, but I'm at 30% to psi, close to 45% with smashing/lethal, and all other defenses are solid.

3. Solid Play--The remainder of my build is designed to keep me without an obvious weak point. Solid offense, solid recharge, solid damage, solid overall play. Recovery shouldn't be a weak point, my attack chain will be mostly FS for AoE with Kick, Jab, Haymaker, and KOB being the ST chain.

Where have I blown it and exceed the 5 bonus rule? Where can I tweak things?

I really appreciate feeback; the CoH tanker community has always been a fantastic resource, and I really appreciate the time you all take to help in efforts like this.

Thanks,
Ion Flow

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Level 50 Science Tanker
Primary Power Set: Willpower
Secondary Power Set: Super Strength
Power Pool: Speed
Power Pool: Fitness
Power Pool: Fighting
Power Pool: Leaping
Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery

Hero Profile:
Level 1: High Pain Tolerance -- TtmC'tng-ResDam(A), TtmC'tng-ResDam/EndRdx(3), TtmC'tng-ResDam/Rchg(5), Numna-Heal(11), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(15), Numna-Heal/Rchg(17)
Level 1: Jab -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(21), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(25), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(27)
Level 2: Fast Healing -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(3), Numna-Heal/Rchg(5), Mrcl-Rcvry+(23), Mrcl-Heal(46), Mrcl-Heal/EndRdx(46)
Level 4: Mind Over Body -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(7), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(7), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(11), S'fstPrt-ResDam/Def+(15)
Level 6: Indomitable Will -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(37), LkGmblr-Rchg+(37)
Level 8: Rise to the Challenge -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(9), Numna-Heal/EndRdx/Rchg(9)
Level 10: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(40), RechRdx-I(42)
Level 12: Quick Recovery -- Efficacy-EndMod(A), Efficacy-EndMod/Rchg(13), Efficacy-EndMod/Acc(13), Efficacy-EndMod/EndRdx(31)
Level 14: Super Speed -- Zephyr-ResKB(A)
Level 16: Haymaker -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(17), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(25), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(27)
Level 18: Heightened Senses -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(19), LkGmblr-Rchg+(19)
Level 20: Knockout Blow -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(21), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(23), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(31)
Level 22: Taunt -- Zinger-Taunt(A), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg(43), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(43), Zinger-Acc/Rchg(43), Zinger-Taunt/Rng(45), Zinger-Dam%(46)
Level 24: Hurdle -- Jump-I(A)
Level 26: Health -- Numna-Regen/Rcvry+(A), Numna-Heal(34), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(34)
Level 28: Rage -- GSFC-ToHit(A), GSFC-ToHit/Rchg(29), GSFC-ToHit/Rchg/EndRdx(29), GSFC-Rchg/EndRdx(48), GSFC-ToHit/EndRdx(48), GSFC-Build%(48)
Level 30: Stamina -- Efficacy-EndMod(A), Efficacy-EndMod/Rchg(31), Efficacy-EndMod/Acc(33), Efficacy-EndMod/EndRdx(37)
Level 32: Kick -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(33), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(33), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(34)
Level 35: Tough -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(36), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(36), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(36)
Level 38: Foot Stomp -- Oblit-Dmg(A), Oblit-Acc/Rchg(39), Oblit-Dmg/Rchg(39), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(39), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(40), Oblit-%Dam(40)
Level 41: Weave -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(42), LkGmblr-Rchg+(42)
Level 44: Combat Jumping -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(45), LkGmblr-Rchg+(45)
Level 47: Conserve Power -- RechRdx-I(A)
Level 49: Physical Perfection -- RgnTis-Regen+(A), Numna-Heal(50), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(50), Numna-Heal/Rchg(50)
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Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Sprint -- Clrty-Stlth(A)
Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Gauntlet
Level 4: Ninja Run
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Set Bonus Totals:

• 8% DamageBuff(Smashing)
• 8% DamageBuff(Lethal)
• 8% DamageBuff(Fire)
• 8% DamageBuff(Cold)
• 8% DamageBuff(Energy)
• 8% DamageBuff(Negative)
• 8% DamageBuff(Toxic)
• 8% DamageBuff(Psionic)
• 26.8% Defense(Smashing)
• 26.8% Defense(Lethal)
• 4.25% Defense(Fire)
• 4.25% Defense(Cold)
• 6.75% Defense(Energy)
• 6.75% Defense(Negative)
• 3% Defense(Psionic)
• 19.6% Defense(Melee)
• 6.75% Defense(Ranged)
• 5.5% Defense(AoE)
• 40% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
• 9% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 5% FlySpeed
• 421.7 HP (22.5%) HitPoints
• 5% JumpHeight
• 5% JumpSpeed
• Knockback (Mag -4)
• Knockup (Mag -4)
• MezResist(Immobilize) 13.2%
• MezResist(Sleep) 2.2%
• MezResist(Stun) 2.2%
• MezResist(Terrorized) 2.75%
• 8% (0.13 End/sec) Recovery
• 110% (8.61 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 5% RunSpeed

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Set Bonuses:
Titanium Coating
(High Pain Tolerance)

• MezResist(Sleep) 2.2%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints

Numina's Convalescence
(High Pain Tolerance)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Kinetic Combat
(Jab)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Numina's Convalescence
(Fast Healing)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Miracle
(Fast Healing)

• 2.5% (0.04 End/sec) Recovery
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Reactive Armor
(Mind Over Body)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 1.1%
• 1.25% Defense(Energy,Negative), 0.63% Defense(Ranged)
• 1.25% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 0.63% Defense(Melee)

Steadfast Protection
(Mind Over Body)

• 3% Defense(All)

Luck of the Gambler
(Indomitable Will)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Numina's Convalescence
(Rise to the Challenge)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Efficacy Adaptor
(Quick Recovery)

• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 1.5% (0.03 End/sec) Recovery
• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration

Blessing of the Zephyr
(Super Speed)

• Knockback Protection (Mag -4)

Kinetic Combat
(Haymaker)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Luck of the Gambler
(Heightened Senses)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Kinetic Combat
(Knockout Blow)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Perfect Zinger
(Taunt)

• MezResist(Terrorized) 2.75%
• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
• 2.5% DamageBuff(All)
• 3.13% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.56% Defense(Melee)

Numina's Convalescence
(Health)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints

Gaussian's Synchronized Fire-Control
(Rage)

• 5% JumpSpeed, 5% JumpHeight, 5% FlySpeed, 5% RunSpeed
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints (Exceeded 5 Bonus Cap)
• 2.5% (0.04 End/sec) Recovery
• 2.5% DamageBuff(All)
• 2.5% Defense(Melee), 1.25% Defense(Lethal), 1.25% Defense(Smashing), 2.5% Defense(Ranged), 1.25% Defense(Energy), 1.25% Defense(Negative), 2.5% Defense(AoE), 1.25% Defense(Fire), 1.25% Defense(Cold)

Efficacy Adaptor
(Stamina)

• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 1.5% (0.03 End/sec) Recovery
• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration

Kinetic Combat
(Kick)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 2.75%
• 28.1 HP (1.5%) HitPoints
• 3.75% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Melee)

Reactive Armor
(Tough)

• MezResist(Immobilize) 1.1%
• 1.25% Defense(Energy,Negative), 0.63% Defense(Ranged)
• 1.25% Defense(Smashing,Lethal), 0.63% Defense(Melee)

Obliteration
(Foot Stomp)

• MezResist(Stun) 2.2%
• 3% DamageBuff(All)
• 9% Enhancement(Accuracy)
• 5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
• 3.75% Defense(Melee), 1.88% Defense(Lethal), 1.88% Defense(Smashing)

Luck of the Gambler
(Weave)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration (Exceeded 5 Bonus Cap)
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Luck of the Gambler
(Combat Jumping)

• 10% (0.78 HP/sec) Regeneration (Exceeded 5 Bonus Cap)
• 21.1 HP (1.13%) HitPoints (Exceeded 5 Bonus Cap)
• 7.5% Enhancement(RechargeTime)

Numina's Convalescence
(Physical Perfection)

• 12% (0.94 HP/sec) Regeneration
• 35.1 HP (1.88%) HitPoints (Exceeded 5 Bonus Cap)

I'll do my best to be on again. I had a great time last week. Please don't put me down as a definite spot, as this starts about 30 minutes prior to when I can definitely be on. Still, I'm hoping to make it.

Kid Cinders
aka Ion Flow
aka Scorching Smash

I liked the points you made. As I mentioned, Energy Torrent was a filler. Focused Accuracy was, too. I never planned on using it as a toggle. I've tweaked a few things to see a few changes.

This build gives me perma hasten, perma double rage (with 2x the crash), and as many HP additions as I could easily see. I've also got quite a bit of extra recovery to help with the end issues.

Hero Plan by Mids' Hero Designer 1.803
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Scorching Smash: Level 50 Science Tanker
Primary Power Set: Fiery Aura
Secondary Power Set: Super Strength
Power Pool: Fighting
Power Pool: Fitness
Power Pool: Leaping
Power Pool: Speed
Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery

Hero Profile:
Level 1: Fire Shield -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(3), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(5), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(9), S'fstPrt-ResDam/Def+(13), S'fstPrt-ResKB(34)
Level 1: Jab -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(31), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(43), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(43)
Level 2: Healing Flames -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-EndRdx/Rchg(3), Numna-Heal/Rchg(5), Numna-Heal/EndRdx/Rchg(9)
Level 4: Blazing Aura -- Sciroc-Acc/Dmg(A), Sciroc-Dmg/EndRdx(7), Sciroc-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx(15), Sciroc-Dam%(17)
Level 6: Haymaker -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(7), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(15), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(27)
Level 8: Boxing -- KntkC'bat-Acc/Dmg(A), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx(11), KntkC'bat-Dmg/Rchg(11), KntkC'bat-Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(37)
Level 10: Swift -- Run-I(A)
Level 12: Plasma Shield -- TtmC'tng-ResDam(A), TtmC'tng-ResDam/EndRdx(13), TtmC'tng-ResDam/Rchg(17), TtmC'tng-EndRdx/Rchg(36), TtmC'tng-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(37), TtmC'tng-EndRdx(48)
Level 14: Combat Jumping -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(36), LkGmblr-Rchg+(42)
Level 16: Health -- Numna-Heal(A), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(27), Numna-Heal/Rchg(37), Mrcl-Heal(45), Mrcl-Heal/EndRdx(46), Mrcl-Rcvry+(46)
Level 18: Burn -- Oblit-Dmg(A), Oblit-Acc/Rchg(19), Oblit-Dmg/Rchg(19), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(25), Oblit-Acc/Dmg/EndRdx/Rchg(33), Oblit-%Dam(34)
Level 20: Stamina -- P'Shift-EndMod(A), P'Shift-EndMod/Acc(21), P'Shift-EndMod/Rchg(21), P'Shift-End%(34)
Level 22: Knockout Blow -- Hectmb-Dmg(A), Hectmb-Dmg/Rchg(23), Hectmb-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(23), Hectmb-Acc/Rchg(25), Hectmb-Dmg/EndRdx(31)
Level 24: Taunt -- Zinger-Taunt(A), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg/Rng(29), Zinger-Taunt/Rchg(31), Zinger-Acc/Rchg(33), Zinger-Taunt/Rng(43), Zinger-Dam%(46)
Level 26: Super Jump -- Zephyr-ResKB(A)
Level 28: Rage -- HO:Membr(A), HO:Membr(29)
Level 30: Tough -- RctvArm-ResDam(A), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx(33), RctvArm-ResDam/Rchg(36), RctvArm-ResDam/EndRdx/Rchg(40)
Level 32: Weave -- LkGmblr-Def(A), LkGmblr-Def/EndRdx(42), LkGmblr-Rchg+(42)
Level 35: Hasten -- RechRdx-I(A), RechRdx-I(48)
Level 38: Foot Stomp -- Armgdn-Dmg(A), Armgdn-Dmg/Rchg(39), Armgdn-Acc/Dmg/Rchg(39), Armgdn-Acc/Rchg(39), Armgdn-Dmg/EndRdx(40), FrcFbk-Rechg%(40)
Level 41: Conserve Power -- RechRdx-I(A)
Level 44: Physical Perfection -- RgnTis-Regen+(A), Numna-Regen/Rcvry+(45), Numna-Heal(45), Numna-Heal/EndRdx(48)
Level 47: Fiery Embrace -- RechRdx-I(A)
Level 49: Consume -- P'Shift-EndMod/Acc(A), P'Shift-EndMod/Rchg(50), P'Shift-EndMod/Acc/Rchg(50), P'Shift-Acc/Rchg(50)
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Level 1: Brawl -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Sprint -- Clrty-Stlth(A)
Level 2: Rest -- Empty(A)
Level 1: Gauntlet
Level 4: Ninja Run

Heyas all. Yes, I know, another please help my build thread. I've spent a ton of time trying to maximize what I'm getting from this build. Money isn't an issue, and I'll be able to get/buy what seems best.

Thanks a ton for the time; I know these threads are common, but I can't tell you just how much help you've all been to me.

The following were my goals:

1. Great all around tank, understanding that Fire/SS is more offensive and less defensive than other sets. I'd like to be able to farm, run TFs, play with friends, etc.
2. Build on my strengths, back up my weaknesses; I've tried to build into this great regen, recovery, S/L defense, recharge, heal, etc.
3. Get a lot of HP.

The following are questions I have:

1. As far as I can tell, Mid's doesn't give you recharge reduction from Hasten, defense data from CJ or Weave, etc.. So the totals I see in Mids DO NOT include what will happen when Hasten is added into the mix, when CJ and Weave are turned on, etc. Is that right?

2. I hate energy torrent as a power; it's there as a set mule more than anything. Any other thoughts?

3. Where have I made glaring mistakes? Where can I add in something else? What would you take out, and why would you replace x with y?

The following is my actual build:

http://www.cohplanner.com/

Scorching Smash: Level 50 Science Tanker
Primary Power Set: Fiery Aura
Secondary Power Set: Super Strength
Power Pool: Fighting
Power Pool: Fitness
Power Pool: Leaping
Power Pool: Speed
Ancillary Pool: Energy Mastery

Level 1: Fire Shield
(A) Reactive Armor - Resistance
(3) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Endurance
(5) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Recharge
(9) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Endurance/Recharge
(13) Steadfast Protection - Resistance/+Def 3%
(34) Steadfast Protection - Knockback Protection

Level 1: Jab
(A) Kinetic Combat - Accuracy/Damage
(31) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Endurance
(43) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Recharge
(43) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Endurance/Recharge

Level 2: Healing Flames
(A) Numina's Convalescence - Heal
(3) Numina's Convalescence - Endurance/Recharge
(5) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Recharge
(9) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Endurance/Recharge

Level 4: Blazing Aura
(A) Scirocco's Dervish - Accuracy/Damage
(7) Scirocco's Dervish - Damage/Endurance
(15) Scirocco's Dervish - Accuracy/Damage/Endurance
(17) Scirocco's Dervish - Chance of Damage(Lethal)

Level 6: Haymaker
(A) Kinetic Combat - Accuracy/Damage
(7) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Endurance
(15) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Recharge
(27) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Endurance/Recharge

Level 8: Boxing
(A) Kinetic Combat - Accuracy/Damage
(11) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Endurance
(11) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Recharge
(37) Kinetic Combat - Damage/Endurance/Recharge

Level 10: Swift
(A) Run Speed IO

Level 12: Plasma Shield
(A) Reactive Armor - Resistance
(13) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Endurance
(17) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Recharge
(37) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Endurance/Recharge

Level 14: Combat Jumping
(A) Luck of the Gambler - Defense
(36) Luck of the Gambler - Recharge Speed

Level 16: Health
(A) Numina's Convalescence - Heal
(27) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Endurance
(37) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Recharge
(45) Miracle - Heal
(46) Miracle - Heal/Endurance
(46) Miracle - +Recovery

Level 18: Burn
(A) Obliteration - Damage
(19) Obliteration - Accuracy/Recharge
(19) Obliteration - Damage/Recharge
(25) Obliteration - Accuracy/Damage/Recharge
(33) Obliteration - Accuracy/Damage/Endurance/Recharge
(34) Obliteration - Chance for Smashing Damage

Level 20: Stamina
(A) Efficacy Adaptor - EndMod
(21) Efficacy Adaptor - EndMod/Recharge
(21) Efficacy Adaptor - EndMod/Accuracy
(34) Efficacy Adaptor - EndMod/Endurance

Level 22: Knockout Blow
(A) Hecatomb - Damage
(23) Hecatomb - Damage/Recharge
(23) Hecatomb - Accuracy/Damage/Recharge
(25) Hecatomb - Accuracy/Recharge
(31) Hecatomb - Damage/Endurance

Level 24: Taunt
(A) Perfect Zinger - Taunt
(31) Perfect Zinger - Taunt/Recharge
(33) Perfect Zinger - Taunt/Recharge/Range
(33) Perfect Zinger - Accuracy/Recharge
(43) Perfect Zinger - Taunt/Range
(46) Perfect Zinger - Chance for Psi Damage

Level 26: Super Jump
(A) Blessing of the Zephyr - Knockback Reduction (4 points)

Level 28: Rage
(A) HamiO:Membrane Exposure
(29) HamiO:Membrane Exposure
(29) HamiO:Membrane Exposure

Level 30: Tough
(A) Reactive Armor - Resistance
(40) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Endurance
(42) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Recharge
(42) Reactive Armor - Resistance/Endurance/Recharge

Level 32: Weave
(A) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance
(36) Luck of the Gambler - Defense
(36) Luck of the Gambler - Recharge Speed

Level 35: Hasten
(A) Recharge Reduction IO

Level 38: Foot Stomp
(A) Armageddon - Damage
(39) Armageddon - Damage/Recharge
(39) Armageddon - Accuracy/Damage/Recharge
(39) Armageddon - Accuracy/Recharge
(40) Armageddon - Damage/Endurance
(40) Force Feedback - Chance for +Recharge

Level 41: Focused Accuracy
(A) Rectified Reticle - To Hit Buff
(42) Rectified Reticle - To Hit Buff/Recharge

Level 44: Physical Perfection
(A) Regenerative Tissue - +Regeneration
(45) Numina's Convalescence - +Regeneration/+Recovery
(45) Numina's Convalescence - Heal
(50) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Endurance

Level 47: Energy Torrent
(A) Ragnarok - Damage
(48) Ragnarok - Damage/Recharge
(48) Ragnarok - Accuracy/Damage/Recharge
(48) Ragnarok - Accuracy/Recharge
(50) Ragnarok - Damage/Endurance

Level 49: Consume
(A) Efficacy Adaptor - Accuracy/Recharge
(50) Efficacy Adaptor - EndMod/Recharge


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I'm not by mids, and even if I was I struggle with all the IO possibilities. Can Ss/Fire Brutes reach the Softcaps? I was under the impression--probablly wrong--that even with IOs only a Granite Brute can cap S/L damage and Defense. I'm not even sure if a Fire/SS Tank can reach the S/L and defense softcaps.

Money isn't an issue. I have time and resources. I just didn't think it could be done

Not true?

I should mention--I'd like to avoid insps every second.

Ion Flow

I'm not by mids, and even if I was I struggle with all the IO possibilities. Can Ss/Fire Brutes reach the Softcaps? I was under the impression--probablly wrong--that even with IOs only a Granite Brute can cap S/L damage and Defense. I'm not even sure if a Fire/SS Tank can reach the S/L and defense softcaps.

Money isn't an issue. I have time and resources. I just didn't think it could be done

Not true?

I should mention--I'd like to avoid insps every second.

Ion Flow

So what about my long-forgotten WP/SS Tank? I know WP doesn't offer much on the farming front aside from extra regen, but that's still a bonus. I know it won't kill as fast as Fire/SS, but is it an option? Am I wasting too much time killing with WP/SS that I wouldn't have to waste with Fire/SS?

Just a few thoughts. I really appreciate the feedback and help.

Ion Flow

I know, it's been asked a million times. I've read a million threads. I'm looking, though, for a condensed answer. I'm posting this in both the Brute and Tanker forums to get some feedback. As a disclaimer, I love the game. I love to play for kicks. Farming, though, funds the expensive builds I try to put into play for my characters. And I enjoy helping friends get through the not-so-fun pre stamina levels on new toons.

I have a Fire/Kin troller I farm with. I hate the style. He's effective, but it's not my style. I enjoy playing him for support in teams, etc. I just don't like farming with him.

I'd rather jump into the middle of a million mobs, beat 'em up, and move on to more. I rolled a SS/WP Brute, who's now 28, to do just that. However, after seeing a Fire/SS Tank in action, I was jealous.

Although WP for a Brute secondary is likley o.k. for select farms, it doesn't do much to help with killing speed outside of the endurance help.

I'm thinking of rolling either a SS/Fire Brute or a Fire/SS Tank. Obviously, the Brute would do a bit more damage and the Tank would be a bit more durable. My two questions are really as follows:

1. Is the SS/WP Brute (I actually have a 32 WP/SS tank that's sat neglected for a while, so that's an option too) a potentially o.k. enough farmer that another reroll is stupid?

2. What would you recommend for survivability and speed of killing--a SS/Fire Brute or a Fire/SS Tank. I'm o.k. with killing a little slower if it means less risk in the middle of a ton of +2/8 mobs or greater, but not if it means killing A LOT slower.

Thanks, in advance, for answering and helping with an old, old question. I know it's old, I know it's rehashed, but I appreciate any and all advice.

Ion Flow

I know, it's been asked a million times. I've read a million threads. I'm looking, though, for a condensed answer. I'm posting this in both the Brute and Tanker forums to get some feedback. As a disclaimer, I love the game. I love to play for kicks. Farming, though, funds the expensive builds I try to put into play for my characters. And I enjoy helping friends get through the not-so-fun pre stamina levels on new toons.

I have a Fire/Kin troller I farm with. I hate the style. He's effective, but it's not my style. I enjoy playing him for support in teams, etc. I just don't like farming with him.

I'd rather jump into the middle of a million mobs, beat 'em up, and move on to more. I rolled a SS/WP Brute, who's now 28, to do just that. However, after seeing a Fire/SS Tank in action, I was jealous.

Although WP for a Brute secondary is likley o.k. for select farms, it doesn't do much to help with killing speed outside of the endurance help.

I'm thinking of rolling either a SS/Fire Brute or a Fire/SS Tank. Obviously, the Brute would do a bit more damage and the Tank would be a bit more durable. My two questions are really as follows:

1. Is the SS/WP Brute (I actually have a 32 WP/SS tank that's sat neglected for a while, so that's an option too) a potentially o.k. enough farmer that another reroll is stupid?

2. What would you recommend for survivability and speed of killing--a SS/Fire Brute or a Fire/SS Tank. I'm o.k. with killing a little slower if it means less risk in the middle of a ton of +2/8 mobs or greater, but not if it means killing A LOT slower.

Thanks, in advance, for answering and helping with an old, old question. I know it's old, I know it's rehashed, but I appreciate any and all advice.

Ion Flow

For the love of all that's decent and holy, listen to Mr. Trix. Please? I can't believe there aren't any coaliations or SGs out there that would say no to another member. If so, bleh. If not, hit me up.

Ion Flow

I have Numina's slotted in RttC as is. Did you mean to add more? I don't see a spot that I CAN add more in this build.

Also, I'm curious as to why you'd say to use Kin Combats over Makos and Reactive Armor over Aegis. I'm obviously missing something. Call it a new to IOs failing.

Fireball is obviously something to consider...hum...I could easily drop Punch and Hasten in a later build and change a few things...

Thanks for all of the feedback; please keep it coming.

***Edit***
Is it worth taking the 3 common IOs out of stamina and replacing them with 3 performance shifters worth? Do you end up with more total recovery? Hoping some former/current number crunchers can help.

Ion Flow

But nothing. Honestly, I just worded things poorly. I'm with you--I'd love a change. I don't know if I made that clear in my original post. Herculea gave some great ways to work around it, but I'd rather the fun factor not require a work around.

I'd love to see the aura buffed. Bring on the buffs!

Ion Flow

I'd love to see the aura buffed. I've found some of the tips Herculea put forth in her guide regarding Aggro and WP to be a huge bonus, though. Mostly, taunt is invaluable. It refreshes quickly, and by using it liberally, things have been great.

I've also dropped some taunt enhancers in RttC--another huge difference. I think the weaker aura is the balance for having no other holes. Invul is weak to Psy, Stone has it's obvious penalties. WP is good at everything, with nice regen. It's hole is it's aura. Ways exist, just like for most things, to work around that.

Again, I'd love a buff and would never be upset with a buff, but...

Ion Flow

Luna,

I'd love to join you all. I'm looking for any group of friends to play with regularly. I live in the lovely mountain time zone, with kids, so I won't be able to reliably join until 11:00 p.m. eastern--9:00 p.m. mountain.

If you have room for me, I'll be rolling either a Rad/Rad Corruptor or a Fire/Rad Corruptor. I'll get you the name and the character after I finalize the design. I MAY swap him over to a Rad/Rad Defender, as that's one of the original characters I wanted to level up but never did.

Even joining you late, I'll be able to solo-level/play the character each week to start up where you all will be.

Thanks for helping to organize this,
Ion Flow
Global: @Kid Cinders

Nothing? I can't believe there aren't any SGs out there. I play almost every night, I love to team and have fun, but I'd love a regular group of characters to do this with. I have toons scattered from the 20s to the 50s. The toon I'm working on now would be the toon I'd like to make my new "main." More than anything, I'm looking for a great group of people willing to let another into the club--people that play, chat, and have fun.

Hope to hear something--hit me up in game or here.

Ion Flow

Heyas all,

First--thanks a ton to those of you that have given me some feedback on the secondary for this Willpower tank. It's much appreciated.

Second--here's the build I'm looking at. I stopped playing about 1 month after IOs came out; here I am again. The IOs below are what I think will work o.k. My main goals with this character is to build a tank capable of taking a lot of damage but without the issues that stone faces. I've got a Stone/Fire tanker to play with if I want to swap back to Stone for Granite and all it brings.

Specifically, if you have any IO feed back, I'd love to hear it. I know the sets I've picked will be spendy; I figure I've got a lot of time to earn that influence. I'm mostly looking for glaring mistakes--places I've included a stupid enhancement or left out an obvious one. I'd love to find a way to cap Smashing/Lethal damage resistance, but I don't see that happening with Willpower. The regen of the set will be my friend, obviously.

Also, I'm strongly considering dropping Hasten (not really needed, anyway) and picking up Salt Crystals for aggro. It's a very likely change.

Thanks,
Ion Flow

Formidable Force: Level 50 Science Tanker
Primary Power Set: Willpower
Secondary Power Set: Super Strength
Power Pool: Fitness
Power Pool: Leaping
Power Pool: Fighting
Power Pool: Speed

Hero Profile:
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Level 1: High Pain Tolerance
(A) Healing IO
(3) Healing IO
(7) Healing IO
(15) Resist Damage IO
(15) Resist Damage IO
(19) Resist Damage IO


Level 1: Jab
(A) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Damage
(40) Mako's Bite - Damage/Endurance
(43) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Endurance/Recharge
(43) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Damage/Endurance/Recharge


Level 2: Fast Healing
(A) Healing IO
(3) Healing IO
(5) Healing IO


Level 4: Haymaker
(A) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Damage
(5) Mako's Bite - Damage/Endurance
(7) Mako's Bite - Damage/Recharge
(19) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Endurance/Recharge
(33) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Damage/Endurance/Recharge
(34) Mako's Bite - Chance of Damage(Lethal)


Level 6: Indomitable Will
(A) Luck of the Gambler - Defense
(37) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance
(37) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Recharge
(37) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance/Recharge
(50) Luck of the Gambler - Recharge Speed


Level 8: Rise to the Challenge
(A) Numina's Convalescence - Heal
(9) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Endurance
(9) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Recharge
(17) Numina's Convalescence - Heal/Endurance/Recharge
(31) Numina's Convalescence - Endurance/Recharge
(46) Taunt Duration IO


Level 10: Mind Over Body
(A) Aegis - Resistance
(11) Aegis - Resistance/Endurance
(11) Aegis - Resistance/Endurance/Recharge
(17) Aegis - Resistance/Recharge


Level 12: Quick Recovery
(A) Endurance Modification IO
(13) Endurance Modification IO
(13) Endurance Modification IO


Level 14: Punch
(A) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Damage
(34) Mako's Bite - Damage/Endurance
(34) Mako's Bite - Damage/Recharge
(36) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Endurance/Recharge
(36) Mako's Bite - Accuracy/Damage/Endurance/Recharge
(36) Mako's Bite - Chance of Damage(Lethal)


Level 16: Taunt
(A) Perfect Zinger - Chance for Psi Damage


Level 18: Swift
(A) Run Speed IO


Level 20: Knockout Blow
(A) Hecatomb - Damage
(21) Hecatomb - Damage/Recharge
(21) Hecatomb - Accuracy/Damage/Recharge
(31) Hecatomb - Accuracy/Recharge
(33) Hecatomb - Damage/Endurance
(33) Hecatomb - Chance of Damage(Negative)


Level 22: Heightened Senses
(A) Luck of the Gambler - Defense
(23) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance
(23) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Recharge
(31) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance/Recharge
(50) Luck of the Gambler - Recharge Speed


Level 24: Health
(A) Healing IO
(25) Healing IO
(25) Healing IO
(46) Numina's Convalescence - +Regeneration/+Recovery


Level 26: Stamina
(A) Endurance Modification IO
(27) Endurance Modification IO
(27) Endurance Modification IO


Level 28: Rage
(A) Recharge Reduction IO
(29) Recharge Reduction IO
(29) Recharge Reduction IO


Level 30: Combat Jumping
(A) Luck of the Gambler - Defense
(43) Luck of the Gambler - Recharge Speed


Level 32: Boxing
(A) Accuracy IO


Level 35: Super Jump
(A) Blessing of the Zephyr - Run Speed, Jump, Flight Speed, Range
(46) Blessing of the Zephyr - Run Speed, Jump, Flight Speed, Range/Endurance


Level 38: Foot Stomp
(A) Armageddon - Damage
(39) Armageddon - Damage/Recharge
(39) Armageddon - Accuracy/Damage/Recharge
(39) Armageddon - Accuracy/Recharge
(40) Armageddon - Damage/Endurance
(40) Armageddon - Chance for Fire Damage


Level 41: Tough
(A) Aegis - Resistance
(42) Aegis - Resistance/Endurance
(42) Aegis - Resistance/Recharge
(42) Aegis - Resistance/Endurance/Recharge
(50) Steadfast Protection - Resistance/+Def 3%


Level 44: Weave
(A) Luck of the Gambler - Defense
(45) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance
(45) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Endurance/Recharge
(45) Luck of the Gambler - Defense/Recharge
(48) Luck of the Gambler - Recharge Speed


Level 47: Strength of Will
(A) Aegis - Resistance
(48) Aegis - Resistance/Endurance
(48) Aegis - Resistance/Recharge


Level 49: Hasten
(A) Recharge Reduction IO


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Level 1: Brawl
(A) Accuracy IO


Level 1: Sprint
(A) Run Speed IO


Level 2: Rest
(A) Recharge Reduction IO


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Set Bonus Totals:
9% DamageBuff(Smashing)
9% DamageBuff(Lethal)
9% DamageBuff(Fire)
9% DamageBuff(Cold)
9% DamageBuff(Energy)
9% DamageBuff(Negative)
9% DamageBuff(Toxic)
9% DamageBuff(Psionic)
3% Defense(Smashing)
3% Defense(Lethal)
12.4% Defense(Fire)
12.4% Defense(Cold)
7.38% Defense(Energy)
7.38% Defense(Negative)
3% Defense(Psionic)
3% Defense(Melee)
11.8% Defense(Ranged)
7.69% Defense(AoE)
57% Enhancement(Accuracy)
6% Enhancement(Heal)
50% Enhancement(RechargeTime)
182.7 HP (9.75%) HitPoints
MezResist(Held) 18.2%
MezResist(Immobilize) 9.9%
8% (0.13 End/sec) Recovery
52% (4.07 HP/sec) Regeneration
5.04% Resistance(Fire)
5.04% Resistance(Cold)
10% Resistance(Toxic)
15% RunSpeed
5% XPDebtProtection

Thanks, Herculea. I've been reading your guides, and they've been a big help. I love the voice you used with the amazon guide. I'm pretty happy with Super Strength; the look and feel is more what I'm after. I just posted a sample build. We'll see what I need to tweak.

Ion Flow