Trickster Rogue Montage Trailer
By Pinpointerror @ March 19, 2013 at 6:00am
Valindra Shadowmantle’s onslaught of Neverwinter continues to demoralize denizens of the city. Meanwhile, heroes of the Forgotten Realms continue their struggle against hordes of undead, orcs, ogres, goblins, and other foul creatures infesting Faerûn.
But, not everything is as bleak as it appears. Valiant warriors continue to defend the last remaining strongholds of civilized society for this battle must be won. From the seasoned Guardian Fighters to the most holy Devoted Clerics, warriors across Faerûn continue to fight.
Among the brave are the elusive Trickster Rogues. Never striking unless necessary, rogues are feared across the Forgotten Realms as some of the most deadly warriors around. They strike with precision, taking down smaller targets first. Meanwhile, they wisely save stamina for larger enemies. One blow from a larger foe could prove deadly against the lightly-armored rogue. Veteran rogues know that avoiding damage builds stealth and that can be used in combat once their gauge is full.
Utilizing effective strike combinations are also critical in battle. For example, one could use Bait and Switch outside of stealth to create a clone and distract an enemy. However, if you stealth into combat and strike a foe, then use Bait and Switch – while in stealth, that causes it to refresh – finish the enemy with Lashing Blade, which does 50% more damage while in stealth. This is just one of many deadly combinations in a rogue’s arsenal.
Dailies are more situational with trickster rogues than other classes. Bloodbath can be used to avoid attacks from large mobs while also dealing damage to multiple targets – perfect for ambushes! Whirlwind of Blades is the alternative method where more area-of-effect damage is preferred in quick bursts. And, skills like Lurker’s Assault are effective when the rogue does not have aggro, adding more damage with every attack when they do.
Perfecting the timing of your regular and skill attacks are keys to being an effect damage-dealer in the Forgotten Realms. With precise timing and strikes, you’re well on your way to being one of feared warriors in the Forgotten Realms. Will you become a skillful rogue in Neverwinter?
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ksho @ Mar 20th, 2013 5:10AM
Meh...never like rogues in rpg's :/
dohdragon @ Mar 19th, 2013 4:27PM
Yes great Class- when is the release date of the game ???
mok33
Soonish.
assassin238 @ Mar 19th, 2013 10:37AM
I am definitely going rogue for launch...just playing a control wizard for the beta, though....which is still really fun!
gillrmn @ Mar 19th, 2013 9:34AM
I hope more classes are added soon - especially paladin and melee-cleric. These lawless brawlers and stealers will only add to Neverwinter's woes.
emirates1 @ Mar 19th, 2013 8:43AM
good
sturmjaeger @ Mar 19th, 2013 8:23AM
I played a rogue in the last beta weekend, and it was a blast! Very fast and fun class to play!
wesgar @ Mar 19th, 2013 7:44AM
Yes, the combat is so freaking awesome. It MATTERS where you stand, and just feels fluid. Rogue is going to be hugely popular in this game.
panqui1 @ Mar 19th, 2013 7:36AM
I tried to start playing at 1 AM MST and I still can't get on. I payed for the guardian pack so I should have been able to log in, but the server status is red.
wesgar
Check the package details again, I'm pretty sure it's just good for the weekends. Last one is coming up on Friday. G'luck.
panqui1
The Guardians of Neverwinter pack states that I should be able to start playing 3 days earllier than the beta weekend.
bookwyrmm
Sorry mate, the pack gives you three days early access when the game launches, not the beta weekends. Yes, you will be able to play this weekend, but the early access is for launch only.
stormdrag0n @ Mar 19th, 2013 7:14AM
Very cool two things I noticed hoods and quivers. does this mean more ranged weapons???
snorri30 @ Mar 19th, 2013 6:56AM
fantastic dps and combat while in stealth, great class!
esleipaladin @ Mar 19th, 2013 6:03AM
Rogue is a very fun class to play, I love it!
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