Class Re-Cap: Balance Druids
Every so often I like to peruse the forums and pick out some issues on classes and specs that aren’t often utilized. One such spec I don’t see very often is balance druids. Why this is I’m not entirely sure, but it could be a plethora of reasons.
1. Druids make great healers, seriously. I love tree healers and always welcome them to a group. Many druids are specced restoration for PvP and PvE purposes, as they are viable as both.
2. Feral tends to be a fun spec for many. Often seen as “the” levelling spec, you also incorporate the ability to tank alongside with the ability to DPS. With a good resilience set, druid tanks can be a force to be reckoned with.
3. Let’s face it, balance druids are not the flashiest class to play. You won’t be out-dpsing most dedicated casters like mages and warlocks. Instead you bring increased utility. Innervate is a godsend to small groups, casters LOVE moonkin aura, and you also help mitigation for your tank via insect swarm.
Despite the above, I think a well-played balance druid can be a great boon to any group. If you don’t believe me, I have some tips and tricks available to you that can help optimize your boomkin and make sure he’s dishing out as much as he possibly can.
January 29th, 2010 at 2:31 am
Some good info here, thanks man. You know Cataclysm is driving me nuts, at 1 time it was going to be released in Feb 2010, currently it is supposedly November 2010!