MNK: Info From 1 to 75

[JP_Ikari]

I just got a few questions for Red and everyone. My MNK friend is having this issue of wanting to buy the most expensive item you can buy before 60 (Scorp Harness, Spartan Cesti's or Cross-counters, and even the spectacles for the neck piece). I'm wondering, Red, you said you can substitute Bone Patas +1 after TM Hooks +1/2. Will that work?? Cause he's saying that the 2DMG difference doesn't matter. Can you guys explain to me, cause I'm at a loss right now, as too what he needs. I mean, http://ffxi.allakhazam.com/profile.xml?73559 is his profile. Can you guys tell me, what he needs to change and what not, and if his route (which will take him longer than just getting +str's, and leveling to 60) is smarter than just leveling.

JP

[Redlimit]

The Bone Patas +1 are the substitute H2H for those who cannot afford Spartans or Cross-Counters. They are actually very good DPS wise, but lack +ACC. They are definately better than the TM Hooks +1 at any rate.
The Cross-Counters are an extravagance. They used to be 'the best' H2H out there, but lots of other alternatives have come along since then.

What he really needs to change is his DEX rings. He definately needs STR rings (or Snipers at the very least), and he needs to switch to Spike Earrings as well, for much needed damage output increases.

As far as Scorpion Harness and Peacock Charm go.....they are not "must haves" by any means. His Spike Necklace will last him for all of eternity (one of the perks of being a MNK, no need for crazy neck equips). The Charm is NEVER needed as a MNK at any level or circumstance.
The Scorpion Harness is technically "the best" normally obtainable body equip a MNK can use, but he will have to decide if paying millions of gil is worth having only +5 more ACC than his AF Body (the +10 Evasion is kinda wasted on MNK).

Personally though, I think he is wasting his time if he wants the Harness + Charm + CC's at his level. There is no absolute need for any of that stuff right at 60. He just needs to get as much +Attack and +STR gear as he can, and use Life Belt, AF Body, and H2H weapons for his sources of +ACC. Getting to 65 and using Shiva's Claws will massively help in that regard.

For the most part he is on the right track. MNK AF is one of the better sets for stats (barring head and legs, but even they have uses) so he can wear them with no fear of needing better equipment. As long as he keeps his +Attack and +STR gear up to date and has a H2H he likes he will do fine all the way to 75.

[JP_Ikari]

Thanks Red, always a lot of help there. Btw he wanted the Spectacles for the neck, not the charm, but yea thanks for answering really.

JP

[Cakosama]

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Kind of early for me to ask, but just curious. Which setup is better +3 str ring with a sniper; or 2 snipers? Under the condition that I am using all AF equipments.

[Aneyeisuponyou]

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I tired 2 snipers on Byakko once, but in all honesty 2 snipers on a monk isn't really all that useful. And to Jp_I specs are actually pretty useful. I used them as soon as I could. Neck a nice place to have ACC.

[Kildem]

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I am monk level 46, and i did the levels between 35 and 46 with a paladin sub....... i know it's freak lol, but i did, and people kept inviting me. But now i have a doubt.
A monk absolutely needs attack, haste or defense??

[neighbortaru]

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I am monk level 46, and i did the levels between 35 and 46 with a paladin sub....... i know it's freak lol, but i did, and people kept inviting me. But now i have a doubt.

I don't know what's worse... you or the party leaders.

[Aneyeisuponyou]

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Of those 3 you named? Attack.

[Partyboy]

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Thanks this post helped me alot^^

[Redlimit]

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I have been dreading this but I'm gonna have to update the main post of this thread soon with all of the new items and such from CoP and recent updates.

There are a lot of new items available that need to be added to the post, as well as some new info and things to do.

Expect to see the changes in the next few days!

[neighbortaru]

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redlimit, you're playing again?! wow! wb!

[Redlimit]

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The two main posts of this thread have finally received their massive overhaul with up-to-date info. Also included are a few new pieces of info, including a Maat battle breakdown!

[--e]

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thanks for the updates vargas, and wb to vanadiel. ragnarok misses your fists and your wisdom.

[Partyboy]

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Awesome guide thank you!

[GuardianFaith]

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I wonder why no one ever mentions DRG as a viable sub for Monk @ 75.. it can outparse /WAR by a substantial ammount. For sure it's a hell of a lot better than /THF.