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#TeamTranquilWalkOfPeace

Now that dark magic is FAI based, you can be a part of both teams

#TeamTranquilWalkOfPeace along with #TeamPersuers.

 

[Psycho_Mantis]

What I did was add all the stats that will require any kind of investment even 1 or 2 points and the spare levels of each class. (spare level as the Cleric has the highest of 14, so the deprived which starts at lvl 1 has 13 spare levels)

This should be relevant for anyone doing a build which does not use any magic/faith.

STR + DEX + VIT + VIG + END + ADP

warrior: 53
knight: 54
swordsman: 49
bandit: 55
explorer: 50
deprived: 49

Class info: http://darksouls2.wiki.fextralife.com/Starting+Classes

Personally I'm going with Knight. Bandit is technically better however I'm doing a STR build and I don't think I need that many DEX points.

 

[Necromanti]

Dexterity and Adaptability will definitely be my main two stats, with Vigor being of least interest to me, so I think the Explorer would be fine... I like the Swordsman's stats, though. But if I can respec at least once later, it's not a big deal. (And I'm sure I'll appreciate a certain number of points in all stats.)

 

[Tex117]

Im still not a dual wield kinda guy but will probably still go Swordsman.

Equip a small shield in the left hand, curved sword in the right, pump INT for magic use, Raise endurance enough for strong middle armor...

That's my jam right there.

 

[RK9039]

Now that dark magic is FAI based, you can be a part of both teams

#TeamTranquilWalkOfPeace along with #TeamPersuers.

Yeeeee

#TeamTranquilWalkOfPeace #TeamPersuers #TeamGiantDad #TeamDungPie

#TeamIsHeUsingTWOPorSeekGuidance

lol.

 

[Deified Data]

#TeamTranquilWalkOfPeace

#TeamIsHeUsingTWOPorSeekGuidance

 

[J4g3r]

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

 

[mindsale]

Has anyone seen anything well-lit or any vibrant color scheme? I really like that kind of aesthetic and this one just seems depressing.

 

[Aspirations26]

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

That lucky bastard lol. A week head start before all of us.

 

[Jackben]

What I did was add all the stats that will require any kind of investment even 1 or 2 points and the spare levels of each class. (spare level as the Cleric has the highest of 14, so the deprived which starts at lvl 1 has 13 spare levels)

This should be relevant for anyone doing a build which does not use any magic/faith.

STR + DEX + VIT + VIG + END + ADP

warrior: 53
knight: 54
swordsman: 49
bandit: 55
explorer: 50
deprived: 49

Class info: http://darksouls2.wiki.fextralife.com/Starting+Classes

Personally I'm going with Knight. Bandit is technically better however I'm doing a STR build and I don't think I need that many DEX points.

Excellent post, thank you for sharing.

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

Lagstab this filth.

 

[Tilian]

So is SL 120 looking to be the unofficial ceiling again for pvp builds?

 

[symphonask]

Did that German reviewer say that it took him 60 hours to beat the game? Interested to see how playtimes vary across players. Regardless, I will be playing this 100+ hours easily.

 

[Aspirations26]

So is SL 120 looking to be the unofficial ceiling again for pvp builds?

I assume so, but considering the more spread out stats it could be different. Still think 120-125 will be the sweet spot imo.

 

[Essay]

I wonder if the Bandit's Vitality will be higher than the average dex-build needs.

 

[Deified Data]

So is SL 120 looking to be the unofficial ceiling again for pvp builds?

Hard to tell. With more viable stats to invest in there's more room for diverse builds, which theoretically means we should be able raise the PVP cap a bit.

 

[SargerusBR]

I shall join him in the sun

 

[Rickenslacker]

How do you savages play Dark Souls without blocking AND attacking at the same time?

#TeamSpear

I'm #TeamSpear for the opposite reason, no turtling, but two-handed wielding for range stabbing. Love it.

 

[EvilKatarn]

Will try to stick to twohanding an Ultra Greatsword. The new moveset looks incredible in my opinion.

Hopefully there's some Berserk inspired gear this time as well so I could go full Guts mode.

 

[Psycho_Mantis]

#TeamSTR

 

[The_Hitcher89]

I shall join him in the sun

Praise the Sun, and earn yourself a pair of hoverboots.

 

[RK9039]

#TeamSTR

OMG.

#TeamMeatCleaver

I hope that weapon returns.

 

[Gorillaz]

#TeamGiantdad

I'm coming for you casuls

 

[Morrigan Stark]

The MC was a scrub weapon, DBS all the way!

 

[ironcreed]

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

It begins. Cannot wait to download mine come next Monday night.

 

[SargerusBR]

OMG.

#TeamMeatCleaver

I hope that weapon returns.

It wont, because Sony.

 

[elhav]

#TeamSTR

DBS and Butcher knife(meat cleaver)? Dammmnnn

 

[Nasser]

God! I feel so bad that I won't be getting this game at launch since I currently don't own a PS3 or 360. I only have PS4 atm. Why do I have the feeling that this game is going to sell poorly compered to the first one due to not releasing a next-gen version?

Anyways, I am for sure going to play it in the summer!

 

[Fhtagn]

it's apparently pre-ordered at 50% higher than the previous one, so it's going to have higher revenue at least, if not total sales.

 

[RK9039]

The MC was a scrub weapon, DBS all the way!

#TeamScrub

It wont, because Sony.

Lame. It was one of the best weapons in the game, plus it you could buff it.

 

[jacksepticeye]

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

But how?? D:

 

[FloatOn]

I really want there to be good fist and whip weapons in this.

 

[Psycho_Mantis]

The MC was a scrub weapon, DBS all the way!

Now you know whats up!

 

[takriel]

Does anyone know which retailer(s) broke the street date?

 

[Zaventem]

I really want there to be good fist and whip weapons in this.

I doubt we'll see good fist weapons but last i've seen whips got a nice improvement.

 

[Violater]

Black Knight sword all the way.

 

[Ferr986]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sFLqAFXrsk

Now this is a cool looking Dark Souls 2 statue!

 

[Shadowhaxor]

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

What? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[FloatOn]

I doubt we'll see good fist weapons but last i've seen whips got a nice improvement.

do tell.

 

[Dash Kappei]

Can't wait to join in the die-ness
I'll prolly go day1 on PC, super hyped, only to start playing the game 7 months after that like with DeS and DS lol (I'm even lazy at playing videogames, sob)
I actually waited for DS PTE on PC to start playing the game "seriously" even tho I had the LE on PS3 day1... but this time might be different since I'm *really* attached to the series and absolutely loved (game of the gen together with Mario Galaxy) Dark Souls. I'll be going in after an almost total media blackout, wanna be surprised at every corner!

 

[SargerusBR]

Well shit...

Not mine btw.

 

[tookhster]

And here. we. go.

 

[Creamium]

https://vine.co/v/MAerdjuUdlX

I can't take this...

 

[Ferr986]

Well shit...
Not mine btw.

 

[vilmer_]

#TeamSTR

Yessssssssss

 

[2AdEPT]

Found out my wife is pregnant last week, and I canceled all my preorders except for this sucker. My body is ready.

demon's came out just after my little one was born....your going to be up late anyway, might as well enjoy it!

 

[Spirit Icana]

I wonder if we'll get lucky and score a Motoi Sakuraba x Emi Evans combo for the ending credits theme again. Nameless Song is my favorite song from the first Dark Souls OST.

 

[hydrophilic attack]

In Demon's souls, I was #teamfatroll

 

[Sendero]

Vaati put out another video.
His 5 favorite things in Dark Souls 2. Features some new gameplay footage.

Interesting, he took a small beating from a fist fighter. Bet that will be one of the new challenges.


As for the starting class, I will go with the Explorer, as I want to experience as much of the game (magic, weapons, conversations) as possible on my first go, and then maybe respecc for the 2nd part of the game to accomodate a more specific style (Dex/Faith?). In any case, adaptability will likely be my highest attribute anyway.


Men, avoiding the Spoiler thread will be difficult..

 

[Robot Pants]

So Amazon is saying my Black Armor edition is scheduled for delivery on the 13th. Not liking that

 

[Antagon]

I've actually finished dark souls and only played melee (bandit with a str/dex + shield build). Thinking about dabling a bit in magic + dex/adaptability this time. Not sure what exactly or what class thoughh.