Soloing 5-1

[Kistala]

This is copied from my Phoenix server linkshell's forum. (Since my Phoenix character isn't a Mithra, I'm not in MP Phoenix.)

Well I thought I'd share my notes, as well as the source that caused me to want to solo M5-1 in the first place: http://www.ffxionline.com/forums/red.ma ... 5-1.a.html

There's a wealth of information there so I won't repeat it all here. However, since Apple Pie's accomplishment a lot of new gear has come out. Thus, I present you with his gear list and my own updated version of it:

In addition, here's my equipments for melee.

- Knight's Sword +1
- Strike Shield (Attack +6)
- Valkyrie's Mask (Attack +7)
- Tiger Stole (Attack +5)
- Tactical Magican Coat
- Taru RSE Gloves (STR +3 = Attack +1)
- Sword Belt +1 (Attack +12)
- Magic Cuisses
- Taru RSE Boots (STR+2 = Attack +1)
- Nomad's Mantle
- Killer Earring (Attack +5)
- Dodge Earring
- Fencer Ring
- Courage Ring (STR+2 = Attack +1)

Total Attack Bonus = 38 + 10 (DRK job trait) = +48

Core Ideal gear for rdm/drg:
Main: Knight's Sword +1
Shield: Viking Shield (Attack +12)
Ammo: Morion Tathlum
Head: Valkyrie's Mask (Attack +7)
Neck: Storm Gorget (Attack +6)
Ear1: Wyvern Earring
Ear2: Tortoise Earring (Attack +4)
Body: Cerise Doublet (Attack +3)
Hands: Combat Caster's Mitts +2 (Attack +5)
Ring1: Fencing Ring
Ring2: Kshama Ring No. 8 (Attack +3, Strength +3 = Attack +1 == Attack +4)
Back: Wyvern Mantle (Attack +6)
Waist: Sword Belt +1 (Attack +12)
Legs: War Hose (Attack +2)
Feet: Mountain Gaiters (STR+1)

Total Attack Bonus = 61 + 10 (DRG job trait) = +71

There are some other sets of gear that supersede this list, however:

Tarutaru - Feet: Wonder Clomps (STR+2 = Attack +1)
Mithra - Feet: Savage Gaiter (STR+3 = Attack +1)
Elvaan - Ammo: Attar/Olibanum Sachet (STR+2 = Attack+1)
Hume - Hands: Custom Gloves (STR+3 = Attack+1)
Ammo: Balm/Millefleur Sachet (STR+1)

also, when Fauregandi is under your nation's control these become viable or excellent gear options:
Hands: Federation Gloves (Attack +7)
Legs: Republic Cuisses (Attack +7)
Feet: Federation Gaiters (Attack+7)

Ecoomy equip:
Shield: Strike Shield (Attack +6)
Neck: Tiger Stole (Attack +5)
Ring2: Puissance Ring (STR+3 = Attack +1)
Feet: Windurstian Gaiters (Attack +5 if your nation controls Fauregandi)

[Shirai]

Impressive, someone soloing 5-1 (Or any other lvl capped BCNM) is an accomlishment worthy of notice.

[Sadira]

I remember this. There were a couple of RDM's that did this with /DRG also. This guy though barely made it in the time limit. I also remember a thread about RDM soloing all or most of the missions. It was still awesome though and that's why Red Mages are king.

[Shirai]

Red mages are awesome soloers, but don't forget that they aren't the only class that's good at it.

Soloing lvl capped things within the timelimit is really something worthy but remember.
Next to skill there's something else you need and that's a megaload of luck.

[Aony]

One thing I've noticed over the years in MORPGs. How come now there's such a huge thing that everyone wants to be a rdm so they can solo everything? Notice: One of the main things with an online game is that you get to play with tons of other people. At least, that's what it used to be Now games are getting really good feedback from just the opposite: people love being able to do things. Alone. In an online game. This confusing anyone else? lol

Dont mean to be a flamer or anything, just it's something I've noticed and it's kinda wierd. Anyone else think so?

[Alya Mizar (Tsybil)]

...How come now there's such a huge thing that everyone wants to be a rdm so they can solo everything?.....

Dont mean to be a flamer or anything, just it's something I've noticed and it's kinda wierd. Anyone else think so?

Not me, I just like the job. Can't think of any other one that could possibly be this good. Personally I think RDM is the most fun you can have in this game without cybering.

[Kistala]

Quite simply, soloing something like 5-1 is a way of proving yourself.

[Kistala]

Few things-

1) I have confirmed it IS possible to prebuff spells for this BC

2) I have managed to solo the archlich, but I had help for the sorcerer skeles, so I have not yet truly soloed 5-1. However, I am putting it on hold in favor of leveling Blue Mage, so...

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