DCUO Power sets: Fire DPS & Tanking (... and Starfire)!

 

Starfire, by NOPEYS

Taking a break after the Valentine and St. Patrick's Day events, so I figured I'd add a quick entry to the DCUO Power Guides, specifically the Fire Powerset.  One of my favorites to play, it is actually pretty easy (only Ice is easier, imo).

Obsidian Chill's In-Depth Fire Powerset Review - A "must read"!

As Fire is my powerset, I'm always experimenting with it, trying to maximize combinations that provide the maximum damage for whatever situation I'm fighting.  I prefer to DPS, but as I said earlier, Tanking is pretty easy - just watch your health when you're doing that.

Starfire, by hybridmink

As one of the "free" powers, I'd certainly recommend it as a fun starter power.  After a bit you may look at changing, but for me it provides a good combination of melee and ranged loadout that is fun to run.

Another Obsidian Chill Fire Guide!

As you might have guessed, Star asked if I'd add her as the "Poster Girl" for this power set.  With brains, beauty, and brawn (and saucy, depending on the version you're following), she's a blast to be with (figuratively, not literally).  Heck, the last time I saw her, we had a great time together!  

Starfire, by Felox08

We all had a good time - we meaning the Titans without Robin, who had an attitude and went crying to the Batcave about something.  Cyborg, Beast Boy, Star, and Raven (for a while) played cards, watched TV, and I did my usual mixology magic, with Star showing me a few new twists - and the only one who could keep up with my drinking - great gal!

iEddy Gaming's Guide to his Fire DPS Loadout & Rotation

(2021/2022)

One of the things that most guys like about her, aside from her sense of humor, is the fact her costumes tend to be on the skimpier side... when she's actually wearing something.  I haven't see her "au-natural" myself, but a good source (ok, I'm ratting you out, Beast Boy), told me she sometimes just walks around semi-dressed around the Titan's Tower.  That tends to piss off Robin, but to quote BB, "Who cares!  What's he going to do about it?  Throw a batarang at you?  If it's her planet's custom to walk around naked, I don't want to offend her!"... followed by snickering (lol)!

Starfire V2, by Freyr3dx

He said she's often just lounging around if she's not doing something on Titan's island, so if you ever happen to make it to the island, don't be surprised at what you see (or don't see... her wearing) while she's relaxing by the pool.

DCUO: Fire's Mass Detonation and Fireburst OP!, 

by Darkwraith Knight

Well... it looks like Star is calling and sent this pix (below)... something about checking out my staff, so I'm sure she means my "Staff of Lucifer" (HEH)!  I can't keep a lady waiting, so I gotta go, and I'll catch up with you all later!

StarFire 2 (030/105), by N3DWAnimation

DCUO: Updated Fire In-Depth Guide (Might & Precision)

Commission: Starfire, by iurypadihla

And... I'm back!  Took a bit of a break from the blog and honestly didn't think I'd have the interest in returning, but a confluence of recent events (and a desire to move beyond in-world dynamics).  So after a new computer, new connection, and new motivation, JL Legends is back!

As such, I'm catching up with the amazing Mr. Obsidian Chill and his power reviews.  He's been quite busy, and as a re-introduction, I've posted his latest, the in-depth Fire DPS/Tank guide!  As I've returned my Blue Devil character back to a fire power set, it's been a great help.  (Well, I like the look, but at this point, the power set is average... but need to get him up in time for the upcoming Wonderverse).

So a few changes moving forward...

1) I may not post as frequently, but I'll try to at least put a few entries a week.

2) I will be less circumspect about my opinions of in-world dynamics.  (There is plenty of idiocy going on in DCUO, but some things do stand out).

3) I'll be posting saucier pictures on the blog.  (Not that older pictures weren't saucy, but I'll put any NSFW graphics in the lower part of the entries).

Starfire, by Cyper389

So there you go... I'm back, I'll be updating, and I'll see you next post!

Happy Valentine's Day!

A night with the Bat, by DarkerEve

Happy Valentines day!  Aside from the same Valentine's Day even we've had for years (grrr...), at least there is triple Thangarian marks this weekend.  Thus, take advantage this weekend of the extra marks!

Honestly, looking forward to some new content, but for now, we'll just have to enjoy a few pictures...

Tamaranian Birthday Cake, by KaijuDuke

Valentine's Day Event Style and Base Items, 2020!

Starfire Pin-up, by tiangtam

Been busy in RL, so not as many updates lately, but... Mr. Torikumu has a nice rundown of the 2020 Valentine's Day Event 2020.  If you're working on feats, or just want to see what's being offered this seasonal, do consider a view - see you in-world!

The DCUO 9th Anniversary: Notes on the advance to CR 255

The DCUO 9th Anniversary has arrived!  I wasn't an OG with the game, but around long enough to see its changes over time.  The character advance is nice, but if you don't know how to activate it, it can be a bit confusing.  Soo... I've made a quick primer on how to activate your upgrade to 255...

(Note: The F1 (on PC, at least) isn't the activation for character advancement!  This is the gift Chroma for players (unless it is your intention to add the gift Chroma to your newly minted CR 255 toon)!)

TT - You wanna pass me Alassa

Regarding the progression to CR 255:

1) When you log into the toon you want to advance, you'll choose the "advance CR" button for a single free advance in CR.

2) Then... when you're on your toon, you'll still see the original CR.  You will see the "advancement blurbs" in chat that allow you to go to higher level content.

3) You'll need to open the box with the "Hera's Strength 2020" items.  This will provide you with a full suite of armor/weapons/trinkets to level up to CR 255.

4) Once you level up (e.g. add your items to reach CR 255), you'll receive mail with three vault tickets.  This will provide some additional items to raise your CR.

5) You'll be able to head off to the Justice League Dark events...!

 Remember, though your CR is raised... you still have to grind (or buy) those skill points!  Small detail, but a money maker for DCUO.

Starfire, by DaswookofHeromorph

Good through the end of the year!

A "Lost Weekend" on the DCUO

So Bored, unattributed

It appears to be a "lost weekend" with the DCUO, with:

1) No bonus weekend whatsoever - no bonus coins, tokens, or anything for that matter.  Thus, no real purpose to log into aside from the trodden weeklies and knock out the dailies... if that.

2) The endless Winter event - One of my least favorite seasonal events, as pretty much everyone who has played the game has already done almost all of the feats associated with it.  Also, the base items are frankly pretty lame.

3) Possibly the weakest Episode in the past couple of years - Metal Part II (Thanagar) is a huge disappointment (to me).  Loved Chaos Gotham and Metal I (Metal Gotham), but Thanagar is likely only interesting to those who like Hawkman/Hawkgirl/Hawkwoman, etc...  The newest set of Episodes have not been announced yet, but I pray that they are better than Metal II.

4) No post-Christmas sale - previous years have had great post-Christmas sales.  Heck, I had loaded some coin onto my account in anticipation of it.  But we got... an "extra" 5% discount for Legendary members.  Gee, thanks.

Soooo... it'll mean more time doing other things than DCUO... like working on the blog!  Still, there is hope for the immediate future:

1) The Anti-Monitor Anniversary event returns on January 7th - In my eyes, a 180 degree turn from the mind-numbing Winter seasonal!  Love the Anniversary event, as it has a lot to engage in, and the Anti-Monitor Boss is usually well balanced (challenging, but beatable).  Arriving on Tuesday!

2) The DCUO Anniversary and gifts - Not exactly sure what will be involved with this, but I'm hoping that it'll be worth the wait... heck, I'd take a good sale as a gift!

Starfire, by maltoniko

With the Anniversary event arriving, and keeping my fingers crossed that there will be a worthwhile schedule of upcoming events, I'm going to just catch up on some football until the 7th, when things will be interesting again with the DCUO.

Starfire, and more on augments!

StarfireWIP, by uncannyknack

Just in case you're looking for a bit more on augments, I found a video by Dackman, which provides an excellent analysis on the topic.  I know, it's kinda overkill by now, but just in case you want to know more...