Sodeni.6041 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 What weapon would you like to get for the next thief elite specialization?Clarifications:I added an option for "other" weapons, too, so you can tell us what currently non-existant weapon you would like to get as a thief.You are only allowed to specify 10 poll options so I scrapped scepter and focus since they aren't really that "thief-y". However, if you would like to get a scepter or focus for the thief's next elite spec, vote for "other" and tell us why.I would appreciate if you voted and told us why you'd like to see your chosen weapon for the next thief's elite specialization! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vornollo.5182 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Definitely Sword Off-Hand.I would love to see a proper Brawler-Spec for Thief (again) and I feel like Off-Hand Sword thematically best fills that spot.A spec that really gives a whole new meaning to what were the mind-games of Acro S/D in ages past. Don't want it to try and be a Mesmer though, Illusions on a Thief seems more like something suited for a Scepter.Another option would ofcourse be the Focus for a Bard spec that I've seen some people suggesting... Could be interesting for a party-support sort of spec, especially after seeing what they've done with the Firebrand's Tomes/Virtues.But yeah, I definitely want Sword Off-Hand next, I just need that duellest/brawler-y goodness that other classes have been enjoying and that we've felt in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sodeni.6041 Posted October 23, 2017 Author Share Posted October 23, 2017 I'd like to get sword (offhand) since thieves already got two 2-hand weapons with elite specs and it's time for a main- or offhand only weapon because of the dual-attack mechanics of this class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vambrace.8675 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I really like longbow so I voted that way but Sword offhand seems pretty likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babazhook.6805 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Mace both off and mainhand. This will create the most weapon combinations and new sets that is possible giving a much greater variety in builds. Sword is appealing but in reality would not shake up the existing meta enough as we already have sword MH.We already have three two handed weapon specs and two handers add nothing to existing OH sets. It time to break out of dagger , pistol , sword. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sodeni.6041 Posted October 23, 2017 Author Share Posted October 23, 2017 @babazhook.6805 said:Mace both off and mainhand. This will create the most weapon combinations and new sets that is possible giving a much greater variety in builds. Sword is appealing but in reality would not shake up the existing meta enough as we already have sword MH.We already have three two handed weapon specs and two handers add nothing to existing OH sets. It time to break out of dagger , pistol , sword.I agree with you! But sword offhand would also offer new skills to dagger, pistol and sword 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertep.2498 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 how about torch for simply reason of adventure in nights?as class based on shadow, dark? with daredevil staff on back while moving with right skin looks great and then how about just torch offhand with any other thief weapon in mainhand?it can be in theme as wanderer or something like this who just is always in move, dont have permament 1 place to alive and dont care if he will steal something on his way for his needs, reasons :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadnir.5038 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 100% torch, I'd like to see a burn thief e-spec named treasure hunter. Thief steal and the treasure hunter idea push this fact even further, leading the thief to roam the world, seeking treasures to snatch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dusanyu.4057 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 some defense would be nice prehaps some nasty stuns Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Vincent III.1286 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Dual-wield Scepter - Shadow MageIf Warrior can use dual-daggers like Thief and if Mesmer can use stealth like Thief, then Thief should be allowed to use Shadow Magic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertep.2498 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 @Dadnir.5038 said:100% torch, I'd like to see a burn thief e-spec named treasure hunter. Thief steal and the treasure hunter idea push this fact even further, leading the thief to roam the world, seeking treasures to snatch. oh this is great, what I mainly mean, treasure hunter :D...always have problem with simple explain xD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asur.9178 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Sword off-hand means creating multiple skills for all possible dual skills - that's too much work for a class that is not ele for ANet; so, greatsword. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knyy.6427 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 Thief uses initative instead of cooldowns for weapon skills.That basically means you won't swap weapons for fighting purpose (because kind of shared cooldown of every weapon skill).Which means thieves are way way way better off with 2handed weapons.Please people, understand that.Mostly you do auto attacks as well, with an offhand weapon you mostly get nothing new and exciting. It will be super boring and you guys will complain again.Just think this once through..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turk.5460 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 It's a tough choice between Offhand Sword and Offhand Torch. We already have 2 main 2-hander's (Staff and Rifle), and I would love to see more utilization of the dual-skills, which is one of our profession-defining mechanics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohoni.6057 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Melee Focus. Accept no substitute. It's criminal that five years in and you can't bash people's head in with a Focus on any characters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sodeni.6041 Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 @Turk.5460 said:It's a tough choice between Offhand Sword and Offhand Torch. We already have 2 main 2-hander's (Staff and Rifle), and I would love to see more utilization of the dual-skills, which is one of our profession-defining mechanics.I'm curious how an offhand torch thief would play. Maybe the theme would be like a bandit that places bombs and mines all around the battlefield and ignites their fuses with a torch. It would actually be pretty could and fitting for the thief! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turk.5460 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 @Sodeni.6041 said:@Turk.5460 said:It's a tough choice between Offhand Sword and Offhand Torch. We already have 2 main 2-hander's (Staff and Rifle), and I would love to see more utilization of the dual-skills, which is one of our profession-defining mechanics.I'm curious how an offhand torch thief would play. Maybe the theme would be like a bandit that places bombs and mines all around the battlefield and ignites their fuses with a torch. It would actually be pretty could and fitting for the thief!Dual skills to ignite the attacks of the main-hand weapon and add burning, maybe. It would be burn and blind focused most likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sodeni.6041 Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 @Turk.5460 said:@Sodeni.6041 said:@Turk.5460 said:It's a tough choice between Offhand Sword and Offhand Torch. We already have 2 main 2-hander's (Staff and Rifle), and I would love to see more utilization of the dual-skills, which is one of our profession-defining mechanics.I'm curious how an offhand torch thief would play. Maybe the theme would be like a bandit that places bombs and mines all around the battlefield and ignites their fuses with a torch. It would actually be pretty could and fitting for the thief!Dual skills to ignite the attacks of the main-hand weapon and add burning, maybe. It would be burn and blind focused most likely.That sounds interesting since thief hasn't access to burning yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pah.4931 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Maybe a swashbuckler theme? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnpksage.4290 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I think some sort of thief that's a hunter would be interesting, though I'm not sure how it'd be implemented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crosknight.3041 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Duel wield shields, toss them around captain America style or slide around like breath of the wild. Ranged offence with area control and movement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Vincent III.1286 Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 @crosknight.3041 said:Duel wield shields, toss them around captain America style or slide around like breath of the wild. Ranged offence with area control and movementSounds like Daredevil with Shield instead of Staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babazhook.6805 Posted October 25, 2017 Share Posted October 25, 2017 While the desired weapon skills have been discussed , I think trait wise i would like any new spec to focus on shadowsteps wherein traits used to enhance.Theif has three main "defining" characteristics. These are stealth access, Doddges and shadowsteps. While other professions have the same to an extent the thief tends to be at the top or near the top in each of these in way of utility.Daredevil focused on dodges.DE IMO is focused more on stealth.Plug in name here should be about shadowsteps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fipmip.7219 Posted October 25, 2017 Share Posted October 25, 2017 I wanna see a thief focused on controlling the enemy through cc and a smidgen more boon rip. The idea of sucker punching wrecking ball appeals to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MakubeC.3026 Posted October 25, 2017 Share Posted October 25, 2017 Hammer as well.I have a nice concept for a Bandit kind of thief. Will post it later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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