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Power boost with FF question

Master Zaprobo

By Master Zaprobo,
Posted on: 2011-01-22 08:55 in Masterminds

 

Posted

I think I already know the answer but I'm just going to assume this without some other players giving me insight.

If I use Power boost and then activate Dispersion Bubble will the defense boost that Power Boost offers last as long as Dispersion Bubble does not drop or only for the Power Boost Timer ?

My understanding is Deflection and Insulation Shield that are used after Power Boost will offer the bonus for as long as the Bubbles last. Of course those are on timers whereas Dispersion Bubble is constantly on.

Would Protector bots cast under power boost offer greater bubbles as well ?

Going along the same lines again I notice that Power Boost in MIDs also increases the effects of Maneuvers. Again is that for the duration of Power Boost or as long as the toggle is on ?

1. Why Soft Cap is Important : http://dechskaison.blogspot.com/2011...important.html
2. Limits: http://paragonwiki.com/wiki/Limits
3. Attack Mechanics: http://wiki.cohtitan.com/wiki/Attack_Mechanics
4. Rule of Five: http://wiki.cohtitan.com/wiki/Rule_o...e_Law_of_Fives

 

Posted

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Originally Posted by plainguy View Post
If I use Power boost and then activate Dispersion Bubble will the defense boost that Power Boost offers last as long as Dispersion Bubble does not drop or only for the Power Boost Timer ?
Duration of Power Boost only.

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Originally Posted by plainguy View Post
My understanding is Deflection and Insulation Shield that are used after Power Boost will offer the bonus for as long as the Bubbles last. Of course those are on timers whereas Dispersion Bubble is constantly on.
Correct. So long as they are cast under Power Boost they grant the higher value - so long as you have not already cast that shield on the target. You can not overwrite your own bubbles with boosted bubbles until the previous cast has expired (tested through Nerve Radial and Power Boost use).

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Originally Posted by plainguy View Post
Would Protector bots cast under power boost offer greater bubbles as well ?
This needs a little further testing. Let's have a look what MZ's Protector Bots can dole out...

Case 1: No Defense Enhancement and No Power Boost at Summon = 7.5% Def
Case 2: No Defense Enhancement and Power Boost at Summon = 7.5% Def
Case 3: Nerve Radial Alpha Boost and No Power Boost at Summon = 9% Def
Case 4: Nerve Radial Alpha Boost and Power Boost at Summon = 9% Def

Case 5: No Defense Enhancement and No Power Boost at Force Shield Cast = 7.5% Def
Case 6: No Defense Enhancement and Power Boost at Force Shield Cast = 7.5% Def
Case 7: Nerve Radial Alpha Boost and No Power Boost at Force Shield Cast = 9% Def
Case 8: Nerve Radial Alpha Boost and Power Boost at Force Shield Cast = 9% Def

... so looks like Power Boost does nothing at all for Protector Bots (I assumed not, but nice to have the testing done).

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Originally Posted by plainguy View Post
Going along the same lines again I notice that Power Boost in MIDs also increases the effects of Maneuvers. Again is that for the duration of Power Boost or as long as the toggle is on ?
Duration of Power Boost only.

 

Posted

Thanks for taking the time to post the testing. I figured as much but I have come to learn what I thought was right was wrong with some stuff in this game. So I had to ask to make sure.

1. Why Soft Cap is Important : http://dechskaison.blogspot.com/2011...important.html
2. Limits: http://paragonwiki.com/wiki/Limits
3. Attack Mechanics: http://wiki.cohtitan.com/wiki/Attack_Mechanics
4. Rule of Five: http://wiki.cohtitan.com/wiki/Rule_o...e_Law_of_Fives