Are Monster Sets worth it now that we have Mythics?

OBJnoob

IZZEFlameLash wrote: »

Some monster sets have value that exceeds Mythics. They allow me to run without mythics in PvE and PvP. Some that weren't in use before the Mythics still are in the gutters.

While it's good that you can PvP without a mythic I still think the prevailing point should be that ultimately you can just do both.

So the question really should be why would anyone not do both? And the answer is arena weapons. Or just some set you think is so good you need it double barred. 3-piece sets maybe. I mean there are reasons.

Edited to add: And if I had to pick one then honestly I'd pick a mythic. Because you can still wear a 1-piece monster and there are a few good choices.

IZZEFlameLash

OBJnoob wrote: »

IZZEFlameLash wrote: »

Some monster sets have value that exceeds Mythics. They allow me to run without mythics in PvE and PvP. Some that weren't in use before the Mythics still are in the gutters.

While it's good that you can PvP without a mythic I still think the prevailing point should be that ultimately you can just do both.

So the question really should be why would anyone not do both? And the answer is arena weapons. Or just some set you think is so good you need it double barred. 3-piece sets maybe. I mean there are reasons.

Edited to add: And if I had to pick one then honestly I'd pick a mythic. Because you can still wear a 1-piece monster and there are a few good choices.

Yeah, I only run without mythics currently because there are certain sets that I find work best double barring. And personally haven't felt that discrepancy against people with mythic and monster. But that is all subjective.

BXR_Lonestar

SilverBride wrote: »

I have never used monster sets because I don't do end game content and I never found a good way to use them without disrupting my other sets. Now that we have so many mythic items is it really worth using a monster set?

Yes they are. Maybe less so for DPS, but for support (healer or tank) you definitely want to use them in most situations.

As for getting them - if you don't do vet dungeons, you can buy the helmets and shoulder pieces from the golden on the weekends. He/she appears in one of your alliances main keeps in Cyrodil every weekend starting Friday at 5 PM PST. They typically cost a lot of gold or AP, but its your only alternative for getting them if you don't do vet dungeons.

Quethrosar

Tannus15 wrote: »

Maw of the infernal on sorc is still very strong.
vMA staff with elemental blockade also helps with the terrible state of sorc cleave.

Honestly i still prefer this to a mythic setup

you macro that weave?

BXR_Lonestar

M_Volsung wrote: »

I'll give up my Engine Guardian when it's pried from my cold dead fingers... and even then it'll be a fight.

I've never really used mine until I tried taking in Endless Archive. I never understood why people love this one so much until I tried it for myself. It's actually a really good set. There are just other options you can use if you're carrying a dedicated healer.

boi_anachronism_

Absolutely. Pvp and pve all have several, especially for supports. Encratis, symphony, arch druid, tremorscale, zann, kjal. Really there are quite a few

Sockermannen

Thread was necro’d from february.

Janni

taugrim wrote: »

BaalMelqartu wrote: »

I joined the game in late 2021 and feel that in that time, monster sets have become less and less relevant which is sad to me since it was implemented as a major feature and they are fun.

I agree with this.

An issue with many monster sets in PVP is the delay before the damage is triggered at the spot where the target was. PVP is way too mobile that to be relevant.

A lot of damage proc sets def feel underwhelming in pvp but there are still a ton of options, especially healing sets for group play. And for solo most of the utility sets are still really really great options. Balorgh, Bloodspawn, Engine Guardian, and Maw are found on almost every one of my toons.

belial5221_ESO

I ususally use 1 monster piece to add a little more pen,or something with oakensoul,depending on class,role, and gear.