Druid Spells and Shifting abilities:
Is shifting instant, or does it have a cast time? Can shifting be done while moving? Does shifting cost mana?
Shape shifting is done instantly with no casting time and can be done while moving. The “cost” of shape shifting will vary depending on the form. -- Katricia
Bear form is rumored to be a "
warrior" form, Panther form is rumored to be a "
rogue" form. What differences are there between a druid forms and the true classes?
The bear and panther forms are truly subsets of the in-game classes but with unique abilities that will not be available to the classes, making them very unique in their own rights. -- Katricia
What other spells will be available to druids?
One new spell that has recently been added to our classes section is Mark of the Wild. This spell is meant to really make the druids a valued part of any group. It will give druids the ability to aid themselves and others by enhancing attributes. At higher levels we anticipate this as being one of those buffs that everyone will be asking for. -- Katricia
Besides appearance, what things change when shifting into a new form (e.g., in Warcraft 3, a druid shifting into bear form gains
AC, melee damage, and
hp, while losing mana regen)?
Things will definitely change for a druid once they have shape shifted into a new form. For example, when in their aquatic form druids will swim faster and be able to breathe underwater, in bear form they will use rage much as a
warrior would with the unique added ability to “roar” just like WarCraft III. -- Katricia
Are stat modifiers and effects from worn equipment, potions, and similar items taken into account in shifted form? How does the weapon held prior to shifting affect the druid's damage in shifted form?
Oh yes, every item worn by the druid while shape shifted will still carry it’s effects after they’ve transferred. For example, in bear shape the druid will be attacking with claws and teeth, but the speed and damage will come from their weapons with modifications added from their new found “bear” strength etc. -- Katricia
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