Understanding the ZvZ DPS Role

Aug 4, 2024

ZvZ DPS Role Lecture Notes

Introduction

  • Last video in the ZvZ tutorial mini-series
  • Focus on the DPS (Damage Per Second) role
  • Importance of previous videos for understanding ZvZ dynamics

Role of DPS

  • Primary job: Deal damage
  • Secondary job: Stay alive
  • Analogy: Like a child being guided by parents (tanks and supports)
  • Trust in your team is essential

Types of DPS Weapons Covered

  • Brimstone
  • Mistpiercer
  • Energy Shaper
  • Bridal Fury
  • Aim: Provide insights applicable to other DPS weapons

Key Concepts for DPS

  1. Combo Aspect
    • Importance of mastering weapon combos
    • Practice in safe zones (islands, yellow zones)
  2. Energy Shaper Combo
    • Pre-stack passive for damage boost (3 stacks)
    • Use boots, Cleric Robe, and E when in range
    • Watch for reflect damage (e.g., from Demon Armors)
  3. Mistpiercer Combo
    • Use Royal Sandals to engage
    • Utilize Skull Robe and E to target enemy clump
    • Avoid reflect by not firing all shots without caution
  4. Brimstone Combo
    • Pre-stack 3 stacks using your Q
    • Engage with Royal Sandals, Skull Robe, and E
    • No reflect risk from E damage
  5. Bridled Fury Combo
    • Requires careful stack management (2-3 stacks)
    • Engage with Royal Sandals and Cleric Robe
    • Awareness of enemy purges is crucial

Comparison of DPS Weapons

  • Energy Shaper: High damage but channeling limits effectiveness
  • Brimstone: Recommended for beginners due to ease and safety
  • Importance of understanding reflect and positioning

General Aspects to Remember

  1. Pre-Stacking
    • Aim for 1-2 stacks for damage boost
  2. Reflect
    • Avoid self-inflicted damage
  3. Combo Execution
    • Muscle memory is key
  4. Positioning
    • Stay safe while being ready to engage
    • Adjust positioning based on the flow of battle

Positioning Strategy

  • Example of positioning in tight choke points
  • Adjust based on enemy cooldowns and engage calls

Practical Clips

  • Examples of engagements showcasing positioning and damage drops
  • Importance of reflect awareness demonstrated in gameplay

Conclusion

  • Encourage practice and understanding of DPS role
  • Look forward to potential changes in weapon balance (Weeping and Galatins)
  • Importance of avoiding mistakes during gameplay
  • Engage with community and feedback on the video