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Originally Posted by the_bogan  I honestly don't see why putting any points into energy is a waste.
(I'm talking untwinked)
Early on, if you want to consistently use non-passive attacks or spells, it saves a lot of hassle with having to sacrifice attack for mana steal, or stocking your belt with mana potions. |
I disagree. Almost all characters need str to wear their equipment (even a sorc needs 156 for a Spirit in a monarch), dex for max block and life enough to surivive such monsters as Gloams or the Lister pack in Hell difficulty.
Early on, the game is easy anyway even if you are untwinked, so why waste valuable points you will need later when it gets more difficult? Use items like rings and charms, drink potions and if you have a physical attack, leach mana. Unless you are an Energy Shield sorc, there is absolutely no reason to put points in energy instead of in stats that gives you more damage, better block or more life.
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