WoW SoD Hunter New Runes Phase 2

Melee Specialist is a passive ability which will reduce the cooldown on Raptor Strike, cause it to trigger instantly, and each usage of Raptor Strike has a chance not to trigger its cooldown. Melee Specialist will also remove the cooldown of Mongoose Bite.

Trap Launcher allows you to place traps at any location within 40 yards and allows you to place your traps while in combat. Additionally, your fire-based and frost-based traps have separate shared cooldowns.

WoW SoD Hunter New Runes Phase 2

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The two new Hunter runes coming in Phase 2 of WoW SoD, Melee Specialist and Trap Launcher, certainly shake things up for the class. Here’s a breakdown of their potential impact:

Melee Specialist:

  • Raptor Strike: Turns this ability into a powerful, potentially spam-able melee option, increasing DPS and mobility.
  • Improved Mongoose Bite: Removing the cooldown opens up new rotation possibilities and potential burst damage.
  • Overall: This rune strongly encourages a more melee-focused playstyle, rewarding hunters who want to get up close and personal with enemies.

Trap Launcher:

  • Combat Placement: No more waiting to be out of combat to set traps! This increases control and utility, allowing for reactive trapping and better AoE management.
  • Separate Cooldowns: Differentiating fire and frost traps allows for tactical use based on desired effects (slowing vs. damage).
  • Overall: This rune enhances versatility and adds a new layer of strategic depth to trap usage.

The question becomes, which rune to choose? It depends on your preferred playstyle and encounter. Melee Specialist appears geared towards high-mobility, burst damage scenarios, while Trap Launcher offers greater control and tactical flexibility. You might even consider swapping between them depending on the boss fight or dungeon.

Here are some additional thoughts:

  • Gear Choice: Consider prioritizing items that complement your chosen rune’s playstyle.
  • Talent Spec: Talents like Viper Sting and Master Trapper will synergize well with Trap Launcher, while Improved Steady Shot and Rapid Fire could pair nicely with Melee Specialist.
  • Pet Choice: Pets with strong melee attacks might be more beneficial with Melee Specialist, while a pet with crowd control abilities could enhance Trap Launcher’s utility.

Remember, Phase 2 is still on the horizon, so experimentation and theorycrafting are encouraged! Get ready to unleash the beast hunter within when these exciting new runes arrive.

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