StrifeCw

Well, after taking some advice from all of you...I re-rolled my character with some very minor changes. Only at level 5 now...but this is what I have to say: Wow. Absolutely...unequivocally...wow. This character is not only an insanely enjoyable character to play, but he combines all potential playstyles and niches. The shifted melee ability is absolutely incredible, while the turtle-caster non-shifted variant is also an absolute monster. I am absolutely dominating the playing field in almost every aspect, while still having to intelligently approach each fight. The character starts off quite "bursty" and lacking in the longer boss fights, however that is very quickly made up when you are stacking regen, or "turtle-dropping" multiple AOEs/buffs and then shifting midfight. The only problem I've experienced thus far is stunlock/KDlock. However, strategizing the battle differently has had success each and every time. Lastly, I must admit, I kept the cat-shifting. I'm aware that the boar extra endurance regen stack is very valuable, but I find the early game to be seeing a much larger profit from the absolutely disgusting attack speed with this build (and I haven't even picked up 2-weapon fighting yet...). Cheers guys. Will keep you posted and link some videos/pictures/struggles for what seems like an incredible build.

This is all fantastic advise guys! I am currently playing on Normal mode - correct. So it is possible to use Res as a dump if I'm keeping Dex and the rest up fairly high? I had a feeling that Int may come into play for some buffs and AOE, so bringing up the Int while trashing Res and bringing Con down a bit might be a good choice. Also, moon God perk stacks with boar perk, natures spell, and veterans perk? Geeze...this guy could be a regeneration machine. Thanks for all the help, so far so good. I have not yet dabbled in potions, Boer...I think that spirit shield may help a TON with this build.

Minor newbie update: So far in my testing, I've created a character that is exceptionally more powerful than both my ranger and wizard at low levels (solo'd bear in the cave no problem at level 2 for example) -- but I'm not sure of the implications of some of my stat choices. If this is remotely on the right track, please let me know! Moon Godlike (for regen and dex) Rautaui (for con) Slave (survival...not sure if the athletics for second wind trumps Hunter for stealth approaches) Might: 18 Con: 13+1 Dex: 17+1 Per: 15 Int: 4 (Is int really going to be necessary with no duration on shifting?) Res: 10 Cat-shift for rapid damage output My only observations so far, other than hitting absolutely incredibly hard (averaging 20-40 at level 3) and fast, is that accuracy could certainly be higher. While not in shapeshift form, I am turtling up with a shield (hopefully eventually plate also) and whatever defense items I can find. This seems to create a bit of a window if any spells need to be cast prior to melee engagement, where I'm not dropping like a rock. However, quick casts of Natures Vigor and Taste Of The Hunt while in cat-form seem to keep me alive much longer than any opposition. For a talent choice, I'm guessing the endurance regen talent may stack with the moon Godlike talent. From there...I'm not sure where to proceed (other than peasant, two weapon fighting, and possibly some defensive traits? I'm not at all familiar with the druid). Any information helps, thanks all!

Hello all! Just newly registered specifically to create this post. I know there are several among you (based on my lurking behind the scenes) that are exceedingly experienced with the Druid class. I am currently in the midst of attempting to build a SOLO druid main. And the most important part is, I am using the "unlimited shapeshifting duration" mod for immersion. Now, I am aware that this insinuates a lack of balance, and it greatly affects the way that a druid should be built. That being said, I am a complete and utter newbie (I've managed to make it to Act 2 on two separate characters so far...that's it). So please suggest/text me as if I were 5 years old! I am completely and utterly useless as far as deciding what race, stat scores, shapeshift form, etc etc. Any help is great help, and I very much appreciated! Thanks for your time!!