Snaff Savant

I am Zznaf, Snaff Savant of the College of Dynamics, and an Agent of the Order of Whispers. Master Snaff remains my hero and role model. Here, I chronicle my adventures as I strive to make a name for myself in a way that would honor his memory. Was made an honorary Skritt by Skritt! -Tumblr RPing since September 19, 2012!- ~Zznaf Gift Art From Wonderful People!~ My Other Tumblrs White Charr Guild Wars 2 Blog Whispers N Whiskers

[whitecharr]

Tumblr Soul Searching

So, with the new year here, I’ve done some soul searching on what I want to focus on both gaming and blogging. This led me to thinking about this Tumblr. 

I enjoyed the Path of Fire expansion and the mounts. I had a good time in GW2 last year. And while I still don’t always agree with the choices Anet makes about the direction of the game, I’ll probably pop in from time to time when I get the itch to work on story and things I still haven’t finished. There’s a lot for me yet to do! 

However, I’m also keenly aware that my main game will remain FFXIV. I’m the organizer/leader of a fairly active Free Company there, and that demands most of the time I have to give to MMOs. 

I’ve decided maintaining a GW2-only Tumblr just isn’t a thing for me anymore. I came back to it, tried it again, and don’t see it happening. I’ll leave it here for memory’s sake, though.

I have a main Tumblr, where I am still very active on a variety of topics, including GW2. So that’s where you’ll find me. Feel free to say hello there! 

No matter where you go, what you do, and what you play – have a good one! 

[snaffsavant]

OOC: I’m reblogging this post because this pertains to this blog as well. 

I had a great time playing Zznaf, RPing with folks and exploring the new expansion, but realistically, I feel the best thing for me to do is stick with my main mutli-topic Tumblr. This Tumblr will remain, so the past stories and RPs aren’t going anywhere! :) 

Thanks for the fun, all! Keep doing your thing! 

[snaffsavant]

I have such a long way to go before I earn the right to fly this fellow! 

((OOC: Of course they tease you, letting you ride one before you can actually have it. XD))

[snaffsavant]

Mote does seem pleased with the mount. Does Xin also enjoy the mounts?

((OOC: I’m sure that Xin gets into more trouble than she has a right to with her mounts. I’ll have to take some screens. She dyed her springer bright, fire red. XD ))

[snaffsavant]

((Mote seems to be happy in particular about his mount acquisition. Just look at that smile!))

[snaffsavant]

Can everyone say Arwooo? 

Arwoo! 

((Jackal mount get!))

[snaffsavant]

Finally got the game and my first mount!!! Anyway, do you think Nipp and Patch care much about the mounts? Can imagine the latter enjoying the springer

I’m pretty sure they’ll both enjoy them quite a bit. Nipp is more of a pet-lover than you might think. And yes, thinking of Patch on a Springer is... alarming. 

Congrats to you for your first mount! 

[snaffsavant]

silverybeing replied to your post “falcophoenix replied to your photo: ((OOC: I...”

well Halloween IS coming up.

((Perfect! :D ))

[snaffsavant]

falcophoenix replied to your photo: ((OOC: I finished up the Reaper spec on Zznaf last...

now entering the Zznangst arc

((Hahah! I try not to write things too angsty if I can help it. I am trying to determine what direction to take Zznaf’s character in for the future, though. It’s on my mind!

I also like to see my characters’ faces, so while this is my wardrobe piece, I’ve hidden my hood for normal gameplay. But, hey, Zznaf has the option of being super intimidating when he wants to be now!! (not) : D ))

[snaffsavant]

((OOC: I finished up the Reaper spec on Zznaf last night, and got this super intimidating hood cosmetic! XD

I really enjoy Reaper even though it’s not the newest spec anymore, but I guess I’ll put any extra points into Scourge. Has anyone tried it yet? What’s it like?))

[tehnems-deactivated20180819]

Scourge has less survivability than Reaper or even base Necro so that threw me off when I first tried it. However, I like that Scourge’s condi focus is on Burning and Torment. I’m a huge fan of Burning so anything that utilizes it is a win in my book.

I’m still on the fence about the Sand Shade mechanic. About the only time I use it is for single targets like champs and legendaries. They seem to act like more like traps and I’m not a huge trap user on any class. My play style is less mobile and more in-your-face so that also takes some getting used to as well.

I say if you want more burning condi damage with your Necro attacks, definitely go with Scourge, especially if you can deck them out in Viper gear.

Hope this helps. :O

[silvernis]

I feel like scourge plays sort of like condi reaper—most people seem to be running scepter/torch and staff—but with burning rather than chill, and obviously minus the shroud (which is kind of a big deal; reaper shroud is fantastic).

The sand shades are…different. Not bad, but definitely an adjustment. Sort of more work to use, IMO. They are a bit like traps in that they’re static and require you to pay more attention to positioning for best results. The upside is that they can put out a bunch of condition damage, and they offer some good utility on relatively short CDs (condi removal, barrier, fear/CC, condi burst).

I’m still trying to decide if I prefer the default three shades or the traited single large shade—the usual three lets you drop more shades in more places, but the single shade has a bigger AOE and noticeably faster CD.

[snaffsavant]

((Interesting! Thanks for your info and impressions. I tend to be geared for Power Reaper – yeah, I know it’s probably not meta, but it’s fun to me – and saving up for my griffon, I don’t have a lot of wiggle room to spend on condition gear right now. But I might look into it eventually. I have lots of time!))

[silvernis]

Yeah, for a power build, I’d lean towards sticking with reaper. For condi stuff, though, if you’re OK with using exotic weaps/armor, dire, rabid, or carrion gear is pretty easy to acquire on the cheap. Viper and trailblazer are kinda the “preferred” stats because of the condi duration, but honestly, the older stats get the job done just fine.

[snaffsavant]

((I’m so bad at making builds and figuring out gear. Honestly, I’m so caught up in the story and the world that I forget to tweak and mess around with things... until they catch up with me! I’ve been pretty fine with this current build (some pals helped me put it together), but one day I’d like to branch out and try to understand the intricacies of stats/builds/etc better.

Thanks for your thoughts and info again! :) ))

[snaffsavant]

Two questions, if it's alright: You staying hydrated out in Elona? Also, do you think your friends Nipp and Patch are somewhere out there in the field with you or are they just doing their usual stuff(whatever that might be)

There’s actually more water out here than you’d think – especially in the Riverlands area. I’ve moved on into the Desolation as of late and… yeah, not so much.

I know that Nipp has expressed interest in learning about the ways of the Holosmith. So, I think that’s keeping her busy right now. I haven’t heard from Patch in a while… I wonder what trouble she’s up to? As soon as I finish up my travels here in the desert, I’ll check in!

((I have so many things to blog about, and so many screenshots from PoF. I just don’t want to post spoilers too early on!))

[snaffsavant]

I thought that rock in the background was like a faded out picture of zznaf and was like that's a really dramatic photo

((Oh, wow. That’s great! I didn’t even notice it until you said something. Now I can’t unsee the Zznaf-shaped rock!

Here, have a Quickie Dramatic Zznaf edit. ;)  ))

[snaffsavant]

((OOC: I finished up the Reaper spec on Zznaf last night, and got this super intimidating hood cosmetic! XD

I really enjoy Reaper even though it’s not the newest spec anymore, but I guess I’ll put any extra points into Scourge. Has anyone tried it yet? What’s it like?))

[tehnems-deactivated20180819]

Scourge has less survivability than Reaper or even base Necro so that threw me off when I first tried it. However, I like that Scourge’s condi focus is on Burning and Torment. I’m a huge fan of Burning so anything that utilizes it is a win in my book.

I’m still on the fence about the Sand Shade mechanic. About the only time I use it is for single targets like champs and legendaries. They seem to act like more like traps and I’m not a huge trap user on any class. My play style is less mobile and more in-your-face so that also takes some getting used to as well.

I say if you want more burning condi damage with your Necro attacks, definitely go with Scourge, especially if you can deck them out in Viper gear.

Hope this helps. :O

[silvernis]

I feel like scourge plays sort of like condi reaper—most people seem to be running scepter/torch and staff—but with burning rather than chill, and obviously minus the shroud (which is kind of a big deal; reaper shroud is fantastic).

The sand shades are…different. Not bad, but definitely an adjustment. Sort of more work to use, IMO. They are a bit like traps in that they’re static and require you to pay more attention to positioning for best results. The upside is that they can put out a bunch of condition damage, and they offer some good utility on relatively short CDs (condi removal, barrier, fear/CC, condi burst).

I’m still trying to decide if I prefer the default three shades or the traited single large shade—the usual three lets you drop more shades in more places, but the single shade has a bigger AOE and noticeably faster CD.

[snaffsavant]

((Interesting! Thanks for your info and impressions. I tend to be geared for Power Reaper -- yeah, I know it’s probably not meta, but it’s fun to me -- and saving up for my griffon, I don’t have a lot of wiggle room to spend on condition gear right now. But I might look into it eventually. I have lots of time!))

[snaffsavant]

((OOC: I finished up the Reaper spec on Zznaf last night, and got this super intimidating hood cosmetic! XD

I really enjoy Reaper even though it’s not the newest spec anymore, but I guess I’ll put any extra points into Scourge. Has anyone tried it yet? What’s it like?))

[snaffsavant]

I... I... knew I’d see many wonders as I traveled through Elona. But it never occurred to me that I’d find the place where Master Snaff died.

In the middle of all that’s happening and everything that I’ve seen and done... it was a sobering moment that reminded me why I’m here in the first place.

[snaffsavant]

So, Zznaff, you enjoying the mounts in Elona? Is it super sandy there? ... Don't have the expansion yet... QAQ

I am, indeed! I’ve never been much for minions as a Necromancer, so it’s nice to have some company along the journey.

So far, I only have two mounts, and it’s hard to choose which one I like best!

[snaffsavant]

((HAH!  Lion King reference!))

[madeofklay]

A drawing of some fernhounds :) from left to right is Mika (my girlfriend’s), Tempest ( @sylvan-heart’s) and Holloway (my own, Drywson’s hound)