Offtank dps : 2H Blackguard or Black Orc SnB?

[Kyran]

Hi everyone,

So I want to lvl up an "offtank dps" if you know what I mean. I levled both BG and BO to lvl 10 and both of their gameplay is cool for me (even if BO's one seems more "dynamic"). Same for the style, i love DE and I love the clunky aspect of the BO.

The thing is I did some research on the forum and it looks like everyone is saying that BO does more damage, he also has the advantage to carry a shield (block chance, hold the lane,...), and he has more utility for a group than the 2H BG (ok he has that 10% crit buff aoe but that's all, isn't it...?).

So is there a point to play a BG rather than a BO for a "tanky dps" in every aspect of the game (PVE/RVR/6man/SC)? Or is the BO better in every way?

PS : English is not my native language, so sorry for the mistakes.

[TenTonHammer]

Well this is kinda an apples to oranges situation

If choosing between 2H bg and SnB dps BO

The latter is the better option, the former is still just a niche melee train/ WB play spec why he latter has more general viability and is overall more survivable

Also you don't have to deal with as much ability bloat as BG

[ragafury]

double the topics,....

[Penril]

Means one gets locked.