Guild Wars Nightfall Preview
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The new characters are somewhat keyed off existing classes, but seem to be a nice addition with some unique aspects. The paragon has group buffs, viewed as leadership skills, but the true measure lies in the buffs he (or she) throws out adding bonuses to the paragon's own abilities. To lead one needs followers and the return on the paragon's magical skills is solid. The paragon also begins by using a spear and the throw animation is solid. Throw the spear and another magically takes its place in the hand of the paragon. The dervish uses a scythe and is a mosaic of motion with the weapon (can you say (whirling dervish?)). There is almost a brooding element to the dervish animation, as if the class is weighing the consequences of each keyed attack. Still, the dervish is capable of doing a great deal of damage.
