Ret Paladins, How viable will they be?

[Theloras-llane (Theloras)]

@Pureless-illidan

Paladins have no attack skills. They rely entirely on auto attack. Hunters and warriors have far higher uptime as they spam hamstring/wing clip.

Seal/Judgement of Righteousness says hello Mr. IKnowEverythingAboutPaladins…

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Nightfall duty isn’t all we can do either btw - as our theory crafting on the beta has proven correct

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