I am new to this game(taking a break from xbox live) and was searching through the character classes, and found at this point, a warrior most caught my eye. I am one that looks more at the long term, rather than short term, and the Titan's Grip ability really appealed to me.
I was just hoping you could answer me a few questions. I know that warriors can not heal, and unlike other classes, do not have the many tricks to get out of combat. Though, I see that they make the most use from cooking and first aid. In the lower levels, will this be enough to stay alive? Since I am brand new, I do not have colleagues to play with, so I am forced to go much of the early content alone and I was wondering if I will end up dead on more occasions than alive.
My next question is towards professions. I am going to take up mining, because after my research, I found that it makes the most money on the auction house. Keep in mind, I am not solely interested in making money, but just a bit extra would be nice. As for my second, I do wish to take up a crafting profession. Alchemy needs herbalism, and although we lack a healing trait, potions do not interest me that much. So, I am looking at Blacksmithing, or Engineering.
I see that with engineering, you can make guns, and combat pets, as well as mounts, and other quirky things. I was just wondering how useful it is for a warrior. On the other hand, I think I am leaning more towards Blacksmithing. Not only with the money I will save on armor, but for the fact most of the armor looks wonderful. On top of that the weapons and other smithing items, it may be the way to go.
Sorry this post is so long, I am just very inquisitive at the moment. One more thing I wanted to address was spec. I see Titan's Grip is in the middle talent tree, but until I acquire enough points to get it, is there another spec that is good for soloing? I am one who likes a strong defense. In fact at first I was thinking of going Paladin, but I found that I liked the variety of warrior weapons and abilities much more to my liking at this point.
Well, thank you for taking the time to read this. I would appreciate any positive comments and suggestions that you have for me. Please keep in mind I am new at this, but I hope with your help I can at least gain some ground in this massive online world, thank you.