Prot in PVE vent thread

Rolannd-aggramar · September 29, 2024, 3:10am

I came into this expansion with a lot of enthusiasm for trying out the Protection Paladin as my main tank. I dedicated a significant amount of time leveling and gearing up, striving to push through Mythic+ content. However, my experience so far has left me feeling more like a naked mage than a fully-geared tank.

Despite my efforts, I often find myself struggling to keep up in Mythic+. It’s disheartening to feel this fragile despite having the gear, and the frustration only grows when one out of every three pulls ends in death simply because my self-sustain feels underwhelming. I understand tanks were nerfed significantly this expansion, but I genuinely believe Protection Paladins require a comprehensive rework to remain viable.

Admittedly, I’m not claiming to be a top-tier Prot Paladin, but I can’t shake the feeling that there’s an inherent imbalance with this class/spec right now. Even with optimal play, the level of struggle far outweighs any sense of reward. Protection Paladins should feel like defenders of the Light, not brittle paper shields that crumble under consistent Mythic+ pressure.

Many players, myself included, do not have endless hours to spend on the game. Between families, jobs, and other responsibilities, our time is precious. Investing all of it into gearing a character only to find out it cannot effectively fulfill its role is disheartening. I love Paladins as a class, but right now, the state of Protection Paladins feels unrewarding and almost punitive.

I know that I am not alone in this sentiment, as many others on the forums have echoed similar experiences and frustrations. I sincerely hope Blizzard takes these voices to heart and considers adjustments to make Protection Paladins feel more in line with their intended purpose—sturdy and reliable tanks who can protect their team without feeling like a burden.

Peace out

this person has a big point