JRMoosePaul
Stormcloak Warrior
You must have a pretty hard life then my guy
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One handed axe is viable but the slowness typically means you get less opportunities to get free damage when an opponent whiffs...
One handed maces are too fluffing slow.
Two axes is better than one. axe + dagger = no swagOne handed axe is viable but the slowness typically means you get less opportunities to get free damage when an opponent whiffs...
One handed maces are too fluffing slow.
Remember that, when dual-wielding, your attack speed is determined by your left handed weapon. With a dagger in your left hand the axe and mace will swing fast.
Two axes is better than one. axe + dagger = no swag
http://xboxdvr.com/gamer/Tracker947/video/37962902
The speed difference is negligible. The person in the video is me and the speed boost from simply holding an off hand weapon with the dual wielding perks is more than enough. Wielding a dagger to me also doesn't look as visually appealing, and if I'd needed to use it I'd have gotten less damage, less reach, and less stagger power. And the reason I didn't use the off hand weapon is because alternating between LB and RB is slower than simple RBs and a standing dual wielding power attack makes you a sitting duck and an easy kill. I might've tried it on flatter terrain but there was too much in the environment get caught on if something went wrong and if the dragon didn't stagger, it would have been very easy for it to lower my health below the finishing move threshold. Or if it breathed fire and didn't stagger, it could have killed me.Two axes is better than one. axe + dagger = no swag
http://xboxdvr.com/gamer/Tracker947/video/37962902
Ummm, the axe in the left hand isn't even being used in this video. Did you post the right one?
If that person was actually making dual-wielded attacks, and you found a dagger + axe video to compare it to (with the same perks, etc.), you'd see how slow it is in comparison.
I don't use the double light attack simply because I don't like the way it looks visually, and, correct me if I'm wrong because it's been a long ass time since I played last, it also hampers movement and has worse recovery frames. I didn't have a dagger in my hands at all. In the first video it was two axes and in the second video it was a sword with an off hand axe. I am aware of the speed thing, I just don't need it so I don't use it since I don't like daggers (the dual wielding perks give plenty of speed bonus). That, and the stamina consumption is determined by the right hand weapon. I was using the main hand sword and off hand axe because I liked having the sword sheathe on my hip (like I said I did in my previous comment) and an off hand axe looks more nordic. I do occasionally use torches if its at night or in a dungeon, or if I'm freezing to death (or I'm against vampires), but generally I forget I even have them.Understandable.
Why alternate between LB and RB though? Why not just constantly tap both (not hold down and power attack) and get 2 hits at the faster than normal speed? Also, looks like you had the dagger in your right hand. Your left hand is what determines dual wield speed so you should always have the faster weapon in your left. For some occasional blocking, equip a torch. You can block with it and set enemies on fire (not much damage though).
You must have a pretty hard life then my guy
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Based on your username I think you'll appreciate this http://xboxdvr.com/gamer/Tracker947/video/37963812You must have a pretty hard life then my guy
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This is true actually because I have learned to hold myself to the highest standard possible within reason because many times these games won't and frankly it's insulting to not be able to experience a real challenge. This is not for everyone; respect. However some of us don't want to hack and slash when clearly the situation warrants (or should warrant) thinking and real time problem solving to overcome a tough and realistic opponent trying to survive, trying to win themselves.
Now, sometimes this isn't a possibility as things are whatever they are. However I have had enough cherished weapons pulled away and lost forever into the shadows or thrown down a river in a cave somewhere or have had enough weapons break or not work as intended to understand there is no excuse for laziness or half-arsing when it comes to defending yourself/honor and I believe this is one of them. You must be in control of your weapons, they should be dependent on your needs and not you be dependent on them. It's all about what weapons you use and how you use them, sometimes you want to hit them with lots of small attacks that do different things and cost less than the big finishers.
As a Stormcloak sympathizer, I would think you of all people would understand the value in being able to defend yourself proper; I'm also shocked that you never mentioned the Thu'um which is a weapon too. We can both agree Greybeards don't need weapons. So I'm trying to understand why you gave me such a hard time for just saying I use Arcane Methods. I should have said I used those methods FIRST and LAST. While I do carry weps and shield, I generally don't over rely on them or really need them. In these games like I was explaining to someone else, you want to start slow. If you rush ahead into Meridia's Temple and try to use basic or mid-level Destruction Spells you are going to get your arse handed to you. Hell, if you go in there at all you are going to get the same.
Using Arcane based weapons and tactics is a separate concept. It is however not unlike using the Thu'um; I know it's not the same thing I am not saying it's the same however it's a similar concept. Ulfric *proved* himself over Torygg by using the Thu'um (ie Nord Magic) to disable him and then ended him with a sword. The weapons had synergy sure, however Thu'um itself could have killed him.
I still stand by putting Arcane capabilities FIRST and LAST, with some physical weps or staves. However, to one skilled enough, willing to put in the time and work you really don't need weapons. Your mind can be a weapon or a shield if you will allow it to be. You also shouldn't condemn me for saying such things when Ulfric Stormcloak, *your boss/idol* uses Nord Magic to suite himself when he feels it's necessary. I agree with this too and have never spoken against Ulfric for using his abilities or having the ability to shout.
Based on your username I think you'll appreciate this http://xboxdvr.com/gamer/Tracker947/video/37963812You must have a pretty hard life then my guy
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This is true actually because I have learned to hold myself to the highest standard possible within reason because many times these games won't and frankly it's insulting to not be able to experience a real challenge. This is not for everyone; respect. However some of us don't want to hack and slash when clearly the situation warrants (or should warrant) thinking and real time problem solving to overcome a tough and realistic opponent trying to survive, trying to win themselves.
Now, sometimes this isn't a possibility as things are whatever they are. However I have had enough cherished weapons pulled away and lost forever into the shadows or thrown down a river in a cave somewhere or have had enough weapons break or not work as intended to understand there is no excuse for laziness or half-arsing when it comes to defending yourself/honor and I believe this is one of them. You must be in control of your weapons, they should be dependent on your needs and not you be dependent on them. It's all about what weapons you use and how you use them, sometimes you want to hit them with lots of small attacks that do different things and cost less than the big finishers.
As a Stormcloak sympathizer, I would think you of all people would understand the value in being able to defend yourself proper; I'm also shocked that you never mentioned the Thu'um which is a weapon too. We can both agree Greybeards don't need weapons. So I'm trying to understand why you gave me such a hard time for just saying I use Arcane Methods. I should have said I used those methods FIRST and LAST. While I do carry weps and shield, I generally don't over rely on them or really need them. In these games like I was explaining to someone else, you want to start slow. If you rush ahead into Meridia's Temple and try to use basic or mid-level Destruction Spells you are going to get your arse handed to you. Hell, if you go in there at all you are going to get the same.
Using Arcane based weapons and tactics is a separate concept. It is however not unlike using the Thu'um; I know it's not the same thing I am not saying it's the same however it's a similar concept. Ulfric *proved* himself over Torygg by using the Thu'um (ie Nord Magic) to disable him and then ended him with a sword. The weapons had synergy sure, however Thu'um itself could have killed him.
I still stand by putting Arcane capabilities FIRST and LAST, with some physical weps or staves. However, to one skilled enough, willing to put in the time and work you really don't need weapons. Your mind can be a weapon or a shield if you will allow it to be. You also shouldn't condemn me for saying such things when Ulfric Stormcloak, *your boss/idol* uses Nord Magic to suite himself when he feels it's necessary. I agree with this too and have never spoken against Ulfric for using his abilities or having the ability to shout.
This is true actually because I have learned to hold myself to the highest standard possible within reason because many times these games won't and frankly it's insulting to not be able to experience a real challenge. This is not for everyone; respect. However some of us don't want to hack and slash when clearly the situation warrants (or should warrant) thinking and real time problem solving to overcome a tough and realistic opponent trying to survive, trying to win themselves.
Now, sometimes this isn't a possibility as things are whatever they are. However I have had enough cherished weapons pulled away and lost forever into the shadows or thrown down a river in a cave somewhere or have had enough weapons break or not work as intended to understand there is no excuse for laziness or half-arsing when it comes to defending yourself/honor and I believe this is one of them. You must be in control of your weapons, they should be dependent on your needs and not you be dependent on them. It's all about what weapons you use and how you use them. If I fire off an end-game lightning blast or something then it will do it's damage and I'll be vulnerable. So you don't use something like that until the end. There are all kinds of tactics you can use however you have to learn all the abilities that you can otherwise you're going to be miserable trying to win on one Destruction Ability that only does one thing and doesn't work as well on everything.
As a Stormcloak sympathizer, I would think you of all people would understand the value in being able to defend yourself proper; I'm also shocked that you never mentioned the Thu'um which is a weapon too. We can both agree Greybeards don't need weapons. So I'm trying to understand why you gave me such a hard time for just saying I use Arcane Methods. I should have said I used those methods FIRST and LAST. While I do carry weps and shield, I generally don't over rely on them or really need them. In these games like I was explaining to someone else, you want to start slow. If you rush ahead into Meridia's Temple and try to use basic or mid-level Destruction Spells you are going to get your arse handed to you. Hell, if you go in there at all you are going to get the same.
Using Arcane based weapons and tactics is a separate concept. It is however not unlike using the Thu'um; I know it's not the same thing I am not saying it's the same however it's a similar concept. Ulfric *proved* himself over Torygg by using the Thu'um (ie Nord Magic) to disable him and then ended him with a sword. The weapons had synergy sure, however Thu'um itself could have killed him.
I still stand by putting Arcane capabilities FIRST and LAST, with some physical weps or staves. However, to one skilled enough, willing to put in the time and work you really don't need weapons. Your mind can be a weapon or a shield if you will allow it to be. You also shouldn't condemn me for saying such things when Ulfric Stormcloak, *your boss/idol* uses Nord Magic to suite himself when he feels it's necessary. I agree with this too and have never spoken against Ulfric for using his abilities or having the ability to shout.
Physical Weapons are great however you need to be prepared for that 'oh pl*ps' moment when you either can't use them or they don't work anymore. 'Hope for the best and expect the worst.'
I don't use the double light attack simply because I don't like the way it looks visually, and, correct me if I'm wrong because it's been a long ass time since I played last, it also hampers movement and has worse recovery frames. I didn't have a dagger in my hands at all. In the first video it was two axes and in the second video it was a sword with an off hand axe. I am aware of the speed thing, I just don't need it so I don't use it since I don't like daggers (the dual wielding perks give plenty of speed bonus). That, and the stamina consumption is determined by the right hand weapon. I was using the main hand sword and off hand axe because I liked having the sword sheathe on my hip (like I said I did in my previous comment) and an off hand axe looks more nordic. I do occasionally use torches if its at night or in a dungeon, or if I'm freezing to death (or I'm against vampires), but generally I forget I even have them.
You might have spotted the dagger I had favorited because I was actually playing around with that strategy, but it made no noticeable difference for me so I stopped using it.