that_Spartan_IV Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 (edited) I've got my Marauder at 55 with mostly Elite commendation gear, and I've been doing a lot of endgame stuff (Operations, Hard Mode Flashpoints, stuff that gets Ultimate Comms and what-not) But I've changed my spec so many times it's not funny. I don't plan to PVP with this character at all, and will be focusing a lot on endgame stuff like enemies with a lot of health. Which spec tree would be the best for bosses/high-health enemies? Thanks guys, I REALLY appreciate it. Edited May 29, 2014 by that_Spartan_IV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vagosei Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Carnage and the reason being as in a lot of boss fights the high burst and movement you need to do. Anni is great dps on a test dummy but for overall dps during an operation..Carnage is better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that_Spartan_IV Posted June 1, 2014 Author Share Posted June 1, 2014 Carnage and the reason being as in a lot of boss fights the high burst and movement you need to do. Anni is great dps on a test dummy but for overall dps during an operation..Carnage is better. Finally a reply! Thank you SO MUCH! I owe you one Vagosei! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prototypemind Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Honestly, learn both. There are fights where the bleeds from Annihilation will be a great help as they're still applying damage while you're moving around, as well as fights where you'll need the burst of Carnage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twotilmidnite Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Honestly, learn both. There are fights where the bleeds from Annihilation will be a great help as they're still applying damage while you're moving around, as well as fights where you'll need the burst of Carnage. This. I recommend knowing all 3 specs. Any fight with a tough burn phase I would recommend Carnage. Long, drawn out fights I prefer Anni (Grob'thok or Raptus [Especially Raptus since the curse buff for DPS increases force/tech dmg]) and anything with a lotta Adds (C-0 or Draxus) I do Rage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undiess Posted June 12, 2014 Share Posted June 12, 2014 This. I recommend knowing all 3 specs. Any fight with a tough burn phase I would recommend Carnage. Long, drawn out fights I prefer Anni (Grob'thok or Raptus [Especially Raptus since the curse buff for DPS increases force/tech dmg]) and anything with a lotta Adds (C-0 or Draxus) I do Rage. Yes, to fully become proficient at Sentinel, learn to utilize all 3 specs effectively. This can come over time, start with Combat/Carnage, move into Watchman/Annihilation, then Focus/Rage spec. The Sentinel is blessed with three extremely useful trees for specific boss scenarios. Having the ability to use any spec allows you to be most effective in any scenario. In general: Most burst fights - Combat/Carnage Sustained fights - Watchman/Annihilation fights with a bunch of mobs - Focus/Rage There are still grey areas. Burst fight not too short? Watchman/Annihilation still may be as useful as Combat Are sustained fights broken up by a long enough pause that your Watchman dots drop off? This is less likely now adays with the longer stacks, but if that would be case then Watchman/Annihilation would not be the best option. Are fights with bunch of mobs all over the place and your aoe will only hit 3 max of 6-7? Might not be the most optimum, then. The key is that you have the choice and the variety and it is fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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