VMA Replacement Monster Set for Iceheart?

Talyndor · February 2020

I just read that my VMA monster set has been nerfed.
I am working my way thru VMA as a mag-sorceror, pet build.
Any suggestions for a replacement?
Thank you in advance.

xWarbrain · February 2020

Grothdaar. Just kill things faster, less damage for you to mitigate.

Nevasca · February 2020

Mighty Chudan if you are not using Boundless Storm. Not as good but still pretty good.

I would say you don't really need it with pet-builds, just take your time and don't rush too much, perma-shield if needed. So maybe something with more damage, like Slimecraw. The new Molag Kena looks pretty good as well in conjuction with Overload when you need to burn adds/bosses/mechanics.

thadjarvis · February 2020

Grothdaar and Slimecraw are common damage go to's that work for both bosses and trash.

Grundulf is a defensive option for more roll dodging and possibly switching from sustain food/drink to higher stat food (more health, bigger shields, and more damage).

Balrog is an option if you have little trouble in trash and just want to get rid of the bosses faster.

Taleof2Cities · February 2020

I’ve been using Infernal Guardian on my Pet Sorc for vMA.

Molag Kena is also getting a buff this coming patch ... but haven’t tried it on PTS yet.

tsaescishoeshiner · February 2020

I would consider using an infused hardening enchant. That's a 4,277 point damage shield every 5 seconds if you light attack consistently-almost as much as Iceheart but easier to proc.
You could even keep using Iceheart on top of a hardening enchant after the nerf. It's still a damage shield once every 12 seconds.

El_Borracho · February 2020

Grothdarr or Skoria. Great proc rate, great damage, and Skoria gives you health if that's what you need.

Beardimus · February 2020

xWarbrain wrote: »

Grothdaar. Just kill things faster, less damage for you to mitigate.

Spot on.

You only needed Iceheart to cheese no death

Edit : infernal guardian is ok but take it off for rd 7