How to Dominate PvP
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“They live in a world based on rules” tells Morpheus to Neo.
A statement has never been truer for that of gamers; some rise above the rules
or fundamentals of the game, while others sit idly by, accepting the game
mechanics and virtual world at face value. When one begins to question the
world, in this case virtual world, they live in, you begin to see there are
ways to become better, faster, and smarter, than the program ever truly
intentioned. Are you ready to free your mind and become the PvP Lord you were
meant to be? Take the Red Pill with me now.
The game you play is not of much importance but the
principles to follow are timeless. Keep in mind we are not playing for fun as
the end goal, we are playing to win, but the fun will come indirectly from
being the best. With feelings set aside, choose the best “skill based” PvPer
the video game has to offer. Usually melee or warrior types (Dexers) aren’t the
best since their world is based on rules. You must pick a skill based class
that takes time to refine; this can be either a pure caster, or some form of
hybrid. The point here is knowing all the strengths and weaknesses of yourself
and your opponent.
To master and manipulate the PvP you must have a great
understanding of the physical world around you. Once you understand how to move
to avoid hits, whether side to side, up and down, or left and right rapidly,
you can successfully dodge more attacks. In 3d games this becomes even more
effective as time/spatial relations rely most on reaction time and those that
understand when and why a hit will land.
After you mastered the physical movement, understanding
combinations is the next step. You must approach your game as if it were Mortal
Kombat. Even though you might not be jump kicking you still are unconsciously
utilizing combinations, whether they are good or bad. If a player has casted a
DOT (Damage Over Time) spell, chances are the opponent will attempt to cure it.
This leaves him open for a Direct Damage Spell, or perhaps a Melee attack.
Whatever the combination, understand this; PvP is a big Math equation/ IF then
Statement wrapped in graphics. Once you understand that if you DOT (A) someone,
they will do (B) cure. When someone begins to cast a spell on you, you must
condition your body and mind to immediately cast your counter spell without
hesitation. A player that doesn’t understand delayed damage stacking with
direct damage will never truly become a PvPer and always fall victim to a more
seasoned comboer.
So you now realize you need those fast combinations, some
dealing large amounts of damage, but your fingers aren’t fast enough. This is
where setting up Macros comes in to play. The newbies of the world will rely on
the rules that are preset; they will not realize you can setup multiple hotkeys
to trigger other hotkeys. Utilizing the F1-F12 keys, plus the buttons on a
mouse, one can instantly call upon the correct answer to the Math equation that
is PvP.
Now at this point you can maneuver around flawlessly in your
environment and you have a great understanding of spell combinations and
delays. The next step is to develop muscle memory. Through repetitive use
muscle memory will allow you to make the correct decision and hit the correct
hotkey every time through repetition. Here, and only at this step can you begin
dueling others, preferably friends or guild mates, to fine tune your reaction
time.
At first you will be clumsy, you will forget your hotkeys,
you will forget to heal, you will forget combinations, and yes you will lose to
the less talented warrior. But their world is based on rules, and once you rise
above these rules the next warrior that runs at you with his sword and shield
will have you jumping around laughing as you nuke, combo, and strike your way
to the WIN. Enjoy dry looting his equipment based character and proceed to the
next computer programmed bound victim.
About the Author
Matt Anton is an avid Online Gamer. He enjoys debating new Online Gaming
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