Thursday, November 11, 2010

Tip: Line of Sight pulls

Line of what you say? Line of Sight. aka: LoS/LOS

This type of pull is typically used whenever you are worried about working within close proximity to any group or sets of groups of mobs. Or, any time when you are worried there may be chain fears. In my experience as a tank, it is typically better to be cautious rather than the proverbial bull in a china shop. LoS pulls also help with those pesky casters who tend to stay put.

How do you execute said LoS pull? Well, as a tank, you typically will have some method to aggro the mobs from a distance. Since I am a bear, I'll mention [Faerie Fire] as it is what I use. As a Warrior/Pally/DK, you too should have some means to pull from a distance.

The Pull: Target your mob you want... ranged pull him, and then go AROUND a corner somewhere and WAIT. Do not poke your head out, as if you do the casters in the group will stop and try to attack you. You should have your DPS(and healers) hold off until all the desired mobs are in place. NOTE: While your mobs are INCOMING this could be a great way for your DPS to CC (Crowd control - ie. sheep, hex, shackle etc...).

Once they are around the corner and in a bunch, you can safely proceed to wtfpwn them.

If you want to break CC, you can have a ranged DPS pull it and come around the corner and stand on you, OR you can go ranged the controlled mob and pull him back to you.

As Cataclysm approaches, you will need to know and understand these basic skills. Know your class and how to control mobs. Know to let your tank build threat etc...

Hope this helps!

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