DrPoods
Joined: Nov 14, 2013
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Oct 24, 2014 - 04:42 |
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Hey all. The General Secretary of the Lammer Cheese Workers' Party reached legendary status in a massive bloodfest against some Nurgz today.
He rolled a normal... again. Anyhoo, I am looking for some thoughts on what skill to give him. If it helps, he is generally a sweeper on defence until I see an opening and then he attacks the ball carrier. In attack he is the only ball carrier. However, I think he is pretty set for ball handling and he has proved to be pretty reliable so far.
This means I am thinking of the defensive side of the ball. The skill that stands out to me is Tackle. As most ball handlers have sure hands, strip ball loses effectiveness and I want a nice utility skill. Tackle also helps with any dodge players he may blitz or block.
Anyway, please give me your thoughts here. And feel free to vote on the poll!
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Grod
Joined: Sep 30, 2003
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Oct 24, 2014 - 04:56 |
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Tackle or frenzy. |
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Dunenzed
Joined: Oct 28, 2011
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Oct 24, 2014 - 04:57 |
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Technically you should be asking for a parody of thoughts on the skill pick. |
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Grod
Joined: Sep 30, 2003
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:00 |
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Case for frenzy: fast, st 4 and already has standfirm so excellent surfer. Ability to throw second block just as good as tackle in terms of getting a pow against dodgers, and better against everyone else. |
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Grod
Joined: Sep 30, 2003
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:01 |
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Guard is also very reasonable- excellent synergy there too. |
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DrPoods
Joined: Nov 14, 2013
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:03 |
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Grod wrote: | Case for frenzy: fast, st 4 and already has standfirm so excellent surfer. Ability to throw second block just as good as tackle in terms of getting a pow against dodgers, and better against everyone else. |
True. But I just cannot stand Frenzy. Gets me in to bad situations. I guess I just like having more control over where he goes. |
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Semitence
Joined: May 18, 2013
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:11 |
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2DB with tackle is 56% to knock down.
2DB x 2 with frenzy is 57%.
Difference is that the use of a reroll means the tackle guy (80%) blows the frenzy guy (70%) out of the water. |
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Grod
Joined: Sep 30, 2003
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:27 |
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Yes but ONLY if the defender has dodge. |
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Luohghcra
Joined: Nov 18, 2008
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:35 |
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+1 for Frenzy. You say you don't like it and it gets you into bad situations. I feel this team is your best scenario for learning how to frenzy without getting you into too much trouble.
Also, if you improve frenzy skills, imagine how much more fun Khemri could be! |
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harvestmouse
Joined: May 13, 2007
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Oct 24, 2014 - 05:47 |
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Wow they are indeed very lame. I'm disappointed in you Dr Poods. I hope you at least are having fun with them. |
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DrPoods
Joined: Nov 14, 2013
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Oct 24, 2014 - 06:05 |
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harvestmouse wrote: | Wow they are indeed very lame. I'm disappointed in you Dr Poods. I hope you at least are having fun with them. |
I was. But now it is Fling time! Just wanted to get a legend.
So trying to fill the grid continues apace. Also HM, I am thinking to go back to these guys later and go for glory. Buy the 2nd Bull, get a Mino and see what happens.
EDIT: No Mino. Useless. |
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Dunenzed
Joined: Oct 28, 2011
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Oct 24, 2014 - 07:53 |
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To be fair, I think your overall win/loss ratio supports the use of this sort of easy mode build. It helps you win more games but keep in mind it doesn't necessary improve your game play unless you apply some critical thinking. For example piling on and losing field position (and therefore the game) is a common error that some coaches make with the build. Have you noticed yourself doing that yet?
Taking full opportunity to improve your positioning play is important, so I'm sold on Luohghcra's argument in favour of frenzy. |
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harvestmouse
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Oct 24, 2014 - 07:55 |
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Dunenzed wrote: | To be fair, I think your overall win/loss ratio supports the use of this sort of easy mode build. |
I totally disagree. This is what has killed off Black Box as a healthy environment. Especially when you are mindful of your TV. |
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DrPoods
Joined: Nov 14, 2013
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Oct 24, 2014 - 08:28 |
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Dunenzed wrote: | To be fair, I think your overall win/loss ratio supports the use of this sort of easy mode build. It helps you win more games but keep in mind it doesn't necessary improve your game play unless you apply some critical thinking. For example piling on and losing field position (and therefore the game) is a common error that some coaches make with the build. Have you noticed yourself doing that yet?
Taking full opportunity to improve your positioning play is important, so I'm sold on Luohghcra's argument in favour of frenzy. |
Interesting point. I do find that I occasionally PO when I don't need to. But I don't think that has cost me any games. But I think my positioning has improved a lot. And I generally think that if a PO will leave me wide open I try not to use it. Unless it is a player that can(has) tear(torn) my team apart.
@HM This is JUST for the skill choice and why for my Bull Centaur. Can we please not turn it in to one of "those" threads. Please? |
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Joemanji
Joined: Jan 15, 2011
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Oct 24, 2014 - 12:43 |
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Frenzy. |
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