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3: didn't it used to be (still might) that when using a offensive pattern you got a bonus to offensive (higher %) while when using a defensive pattern you got higher % in def? Yes, still the case, and an important feature indeed. but if i understand the skill properly, it is not mutualy exclusive. ...

I agree that the presence of diverse effects makes whirling blades interesting, and damage is less important. I don't think whirling blades is that boring atm, as all six patterns are already different without the specials. However, things that definitely can be improved are: * the special for doubl...

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