resto druid - Sticher

[Sticher]

Character Name:
Sticher

Class:
Druid

Primary Spec:
Restoration

Link to your Armory Profile:
http://us.wowarmory.com/character-sheet.xml?r=Area+52&cn=Sticher

UI Screenshot:
http://s743.photobucket.com/albums/xx76/jlcaddell/wow%20screenshots/?action=view&current=WoWScrnShot_071110_115317.jpg
I keep my UI basic and use only a few add ons that effect it. Omen and decursive are a must, and Bigwigs Bossmod is a huge help raiding. This screenshot has them on in test mode.


WWS Parses or equivalent:
I'm currently unguilded, and don't have a WWS

Do you have an authenticator?
Yes, I learned that lesson the hard way. Nothing sucked more than getting hacked.

Tell us about your last guild(s) and the history with why are you choosing us over them:
I am the top Druid healer in the entire realm (Area 52) with the highest gear score, and most achievements BUT, Area 52 is the worst alliance server in the US. So that is like being “King of the Losers”. Area 52 is the only US realm where the alliance has not downed the lich king in 25ICC. The guild I was in, <Chaotica> fell apart after downing the LK in 10 man, half of the members got a title and quit showing up (very sad and very annoying). Anyway, a couple of new guilds formed from the old one, neither has enough talent or leadership to down him again. So I'm looking for a new home. I'll miss a few guys I've played with over the years, but I really want to raid with a guild who has got it together. I spent a week or so looking at server populations and guild progressions and came across Midwinter. After a few minutes on you web site it is obvious that you have a great guild. Also you are looking for resto druids and you raid times are perfect. I'm sure that raiding with Midwinter will be far more successful. If you could only rescue me from my horrible server I'll become you new faithful healer.

Tell us how you play your class, and how it makes you stand apart from others:
Situational Awareness is the key to raiding. I'm a raid healer and my job isn't too hard at that. Lots of rejuves and wild growths, stack up on haste and spellpower. What makes a good raider is being prepared for the fight mechanics. Every boss is different and requires research and a bit of practice. I know where to be and where I'll need to be next. Although my gear isn't close to the top on your server I don't expect to be carried.

What do you have bound to your 1-5 keys?
My 1-5 keys are my kill stuff keys. I don't use them much as a healer, they are for when I cross dress as a moonkin. But I see where you going with this question. My 8,9,0,-,= keys are my top 5 healing hot keys of choice. Maybe being a lefty has me backwards. On these keys I have my healing spells in mouseover macros as follows.
8 : /cast [target=mouseover,exists][]Lifebloom
9 : /cast [target=mouseover,exists][]Rejuvenation
0 : /cast [target=mouseover,exists][]Wild Growth
- : /cast [target=mouseover,exists][]Regrowth
= : /cast [target=mouseover,exists][]Nourish

Tell us about yourself. Show us the man/woman behind the character. And impress us, make us laugh. Convince us we want you in our guild. If you don't take the time to sell yourself, there's no reason for us to want to take you. We've worked hard to make this a great place to raid and demand incoming candidates prove they're committed to continuing that.

Hi, My name is James and I'm one of the old guys playing the game. Not being a kid you don't have to worry about this guild member getting grounded over grades, or needing time off to cram for exams, or other real life situations. I am king of my castle so to speak. You should expect near 100% raid attendance. During the day I run a hobby shop in the Washington DC area so I'm free almost every night. However, I do need to spend at least one night a week keeping the wife faction rep up. I'm currently exalted and like to keep it that way. Before opening a hobby shop 15 years ago I spent 10 years in the Army as a medic. Basically that should show a couple of things. First being in business for 15 years I can't be a complete idiot, and second that I'll know how to listen to and follow orders easily. I really like the opportunity to join you guys and think I'll be a good fit.

I'll check back for a status on the app. and would love to chat on vent if there are anymore questions that need answers. I'll pop a new toon up on Ysera and park it at a mailbox if that helps, named “Stichersapp”

Good Hunting

[Oshiri]

bad spec, poor gemming choices :< has herbalism. not very experienced for ICC, but can be explained by his realm. Using a Nibelung as resto. No WWS.

"I am the top Druid healer in the entire realm (Area 52) with the highest gear score" what determines you as being the 'top druid healer'? Just curious, not trying to be sarcastic or anything, genuinely curious as to how that is/was determined.

Not an officer, just my thoughts.
At any rate, good luck in your search for a guild, whether it be here or elsewhere.

[Repression]

Mentioning gear score at all is just one big glaring red flag on your app. People here are generally friendly, but I would advise omitting that line in future applications, as you're basically baiting for some pretty ridiculous flames. And believe me, that's some high-quality bait.

[Revai]

Mentioning gear score at all is just one big glaring red flag on your app. People here are generally friendly, but I would advise omitting that line in future applications, as you're basically baiting for some pretty ridiculous flames. And believe me, that's some high-quality bait.

MAN THATS LIKE WHEATIES VS. CARP

[Sticher]

Thanks for the input so far. As far as the "Top Druid" title, it is purely self proclaimed. However I did base it on progression, achievements and (dare I say it) gear score. Now before you blast me for mentioning the evil gear score I am a firm believer of: "Gear Score can't fix Stupid". But sadly Gear Score has escaped Pandora's box and we have to deal with it. I should also point out that should have been top alliance druid. So as "Top Alliance Druid" on Area 52 I claim to suck less than the other guys. Now that I'm in a not raiding mode there, I expect to be bumped down soon.

Also is what I actually use when healing. I'm glad I didn't log out with a fishing pole on that would have been embarrassing.

I had recently changed out several gems from all spell power to haste gems or haste hybrid. This was playing with the idea that I could get rejuvenate ticks down from 3 sec. to under 2 sec. Basically, to try that out I changed over gem that happened to give the socket bonus while doing it.

Is my spec really bad? Or maybe just “could be tweaked” or “needs a little adjustment” I did put some thought into it but I'm always looking for helpful tips.

Thanks again,
James

[Oshiri]

Thanks for the input so far. As far as the "Top Druid" title, it is purely self proclaimed. However I did base it on progression, achievements and (dare I say it) gear score. Now before you blast me for mentioning the evil gear score I am a firm believer of: "Gear Score can't fix Stupid". But sadly Gear Score has escaped Pandora's box and we have to deal with it. I should also point out that should have been top alliance druid. So as "Top Alliance Druid" on Area 52 I claim to suck less than the other guys. Now that I'm in a not raiding mode there, I expect to be bumped down soon.

Also is what I actually use when healing. I'm glad I didn't log out with a fishing pole on that would have been embarrassing.

I had recently changed out several gems from all spell power to haste gems or haste hybrid. This was playing with the idea that I could get rejuvenate ticks down from 3 sec. to under 2 sec. Basically, to try that out I changed over gem that happened to give the socket bonus while doing it.

Is my spec really bad? Or maybe just “could be tweaked” or “needs a little adjustment” I did put some thought into it but I'm always looking for helpful tips.

Thanks again,
James

Armory my alt, Oneko, it should have the 'typical' 18/0/53' spec. Even w/the ridiculous amount of pure haste gems you have in your gear you're at like...720 or 730 haste i think, which is like the softcap IF you have 3/3 celestial focus from the balance tree, and you don't.

[Feist]

Is my spec really bad? Or maybe just “could be tweaked” or “needs a little adjustment” I did put some thought into it but I'm always looking for helpful tips.

Thanks again,
James

You don't have Revitalize. Speaking as a Rogue, and on behalf of our Ferals and Death Knights, and all members of those three classes with whom you raid, I would simply like to say,
Fuck. You.


Awesome raid support talent is awesome, and I would strongly suggest you grab it. If for no other reason than Heroic Putricide, it will make you a much more useful member of a raid.

[Jelly]

You forgot warriors Feist, so you know what

FUCK YOU!

The rage regen sucks, however my statement still stands!

[Feist]

You forgot warriors Feist, so you know what

FUCK YOU!

The rage regen sucks, however my statement still stands!

That's why I didn't mention Warriors. Like, yeah, it does something, but it's not like it's enough for you to care.

[Sticher]

Thanks for all the advice. It really means something coming form a guild like yours.
respecking and rejeming are easily done. (and have been seen to already) dropping herbalism is easy, but what to pick up is less so. I'm leaning towards tailoring. Do you guys see any holes with this reasoning?

Tailoring lets you trade some haste rating for a spellpower proc. Lightweave Embroidery gives 295 spellpower for 15 seconds, 35% proc on spellcast, 60 second cooldown. It can proc off HoT ticks, making the average proc time instantaneous. 72 spellpower is a decent estimate of the average. Amusingly, the enchant also gives 1 Spirit for some reason.
If you're at or near the haste cap, shedding 23 haste can be a convenience for your gear/gem setup. Otherwise, you'd probably prefer the constant spellpower from other professions.
A minor convenience of Tailoring is that for the cost of one [Eternium Thread], you can swap your leg enchant between 20 Spirit and 30 Stamina for fights where a little extra HP is helpful.

Alchemy: At any time, either [Flask of the North] or Mixology (with your [Flask of the Frost Wyrm]) will give you 47 spellpower.
There are number of small conveniences: [Endless Mana Potion], [Crazy Alchemist's Potion], double-duration Flasks, and the ability to make your own [Cardinal Ruby].

Blacksmithing:An extra socket each in your wrists and gloves, each with a [Runed Cardinal Ruby], gives 46 spellpower, or 40 haste rating.

Enchanting: 23 spellpower to each ring gives 46 spellpower.

Inscription: 70 spellpower/15 crit to shoulders in place of the Sons of Hodir enchant gives 46 spellpower.

Jewelcrafting: 3 [Runed Dragon's Eye] in place of 3 [Runed Cardinal Ruby] gives 48 spellpower.

Leatherworking: 76 spellpower to bracers in place of the usual 30 spellpower gives 46 spellpower.

Engineering and Skinning are weaker, both giving less benefit than the 46 spellpower.

Engineering lets you replaces 23 haste on your cloak with 27 spellpower. Since we have no particular use for Hyperspeed Accelerators, this is a weak profession.

Skinning gives 40 crit rating.

Mining and Herbalism provide minor survivability benefits, but no healing benefit.