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Tauren Tank Class?
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Post by
WimboJallis121
Help out a newbie!
I'm new to the game, and just levelled my first character (Troll Shaman) to level 20, which I've had a lot of fun with. Not sure if I want to buy the game yet though, so wanted to play as another character (potentially for PVP), and decided on a Tauren Tank :) I've been stuck between playing as a Druid or Paladin (Druid for lore, Paladin looks cool from what I've seen), but wanted to hear other opinions first, preferably from people that have played them.
I want to take everything into consideration when choosing which class, including: Aesthetics, lore, the way the character looks/feels when in combat, different abilities etc, and obviously how well it plays its roll. Most people just say to play warrior, but I wanted to hear opinions from experienced players, and what they would recommend. It would be cool to understand the differences between the tank classes, and what would best suit the Tauren. As I said looks also play heavily into it, so I would love to see screenshots of high level characters ;)
Thanks in advance!
Post by
WimboJallis121
Also sorry if this isn't the right section for this, thought it would be the best place since there are no sections specifically for races, tauren, or tanks.
Post by
SoCalWoWGal
For a useful guide see
Overview of Tanking and All Tank Specs
.
Also, Tauren characters cannot choose the Paladin class.
The visual looks of your character will depend greatly on which class you choose as that choice will dictate what armor type is most effective for your class. For the tank specs, the armor choices will be leather or plate, and the look is completely different between the two. There are guides in the Transmogrification section of the guides for sets for each class (including quest, dungeon, raid and PvP sets) so take a look at those to get an idea of what is available for each class. For example, since you mentioned that the Druid class appeals to you, check out
All Transmog Sets for Druids
.
Currently the top tier of raiding gear is from the Nighthold Raid (Tier 19), use this link to select the class you are interested in to see all the Tier 19 gear available:
http://www.wowhead.com/tier-19-raid-transmog-sets?filter=6;25;0
Edit: I made an error with what class Tauren can choose, as noted below Tauren can be Paladins.
Post by
Kyulan
Also, Tauren characters cannot choose the Paladin class.
Taurens have been able to be paladins since Cataclysm expansion prepatch.
Post by
Adamsm
Tanks that Taurens can be: Warriors, Paladins, Druids, Monks and Death Knights.
The best item 'looks' are Warriors, Paladins and Death Knights.
The best survivability is probably Druid but then you are stuck as a bear.
Best looks of the actions comes from the Monks.
But honestly it comes down to what you want to play...so that's why you just make them all, level each to 20 to see which you like.
Post by
WimboJallis121
For a useful guide see
Overview of Tanking and All Tank Specs
.
check out
All Transmog Sets for Druids
.
Currently the top tier of raiding gear is from the Nighthold Raid (Tier 19), use this link to select the class you are interested in to see all the Tier 19 gear available:
http://www.wowhead.com/tier-19-raid-transmog-sets?filter=6;25;0
Thanks for the the links man, that's exactly what I was looking for to see different appearances for various races/classes! And thank you so much for everybody else's help too :)
I've been watching a few videos, and reading other forums which cover the subject, but didn't really like the way paladins were covered, and don't really sound like something I would enjoy. Initially I was stuck between Warrior and Druid, but dismissed warrior as I knew I wanted to play an Orc DPS melee warrior, and didn't see the point in having two of the same class. So based on what I've seen I think I will go with Druid - unless people think it could be worth having two of the same class? On one hand I love to role-play - so the Druid class seems cool for Tauren, given their native American style background, but I also love the idea of that huge intimidating look as a warrior tank for the Touren :D The whole permanent bear thing in combat kind of spoils that imo.
By the way I'm know that I'm looking WAAAAY too much into this, but just want to make sure I make the right choice and be happy with my gameplay ;)
Post by
WimboJallis121
Screw it, just going to play as a Druid until 20. What do you think of the name Pocowhontus ? ;)
Will let you know how it goes and if I change my mind!
Post by
young090
I am also confused about this question.
Post by
Myrroddin
Just so you know, you cannot play as a Death Knight unless you have a non-Death Knight at level 55+ already. Only Elves (both Night and Blood) can be Demon Hunter tanks (yeah, you mentioned Tauren, just adding info) and you must have a character at least level 90(?) or 100 to unlock this class.
You may only have one Demon Hunter per realm, which is also true of Death Knights. Other than that, you can have multiple characters of the same class on the same realm if you so chose.
Post by
bass679
I personally feel that Tauren DK's are probably one of the best looking class/race combos in the game. Their size really makes the awesome plate armor shine.
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