golembane commented:
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So it looks like theres really not much point in spending a ton of gold on Adept+ while under lvl 50ish or so since those skills will be outdated fairly fast.
I gotta jump in here because I think you might be getting the wrong idea...
I don't think you can make a blanket statement like
(paraphrase) "not buying
any adept before lvl XX" because you need to look at each spell as an individual entity and consider them case by case.
The turnover rate is about 14 levels - that is to say you will see an upgrade for each spell in a given spell line every 14 levels. Beyond that, different spells will have a different degree of importance to you depending on your play style and your usual grouping situation.
I'll give you an example. As a Pally, in a regular duo with a conj, you are not only the tank but also the main healer. So, your main jobs are to hold aggro
and maintain health while your partner carves the mob up. That said, you'll really need to lean on your healing spell line as well as your taunt line(s) in order to maximize your potential.
Using this example, I would recommend keeping all of those types of spells at the highest level you can afford all the way from lvl 20 - lvl 70. The difference between say an app3 and an adept3 is significant so each heal or taunt will count for a lot more. Since you don't solo a lot, to save money, you could probably afford to not improve some of your damage spells beyond app quality.
With all that in mind, here are several rules of thumb that I use;
> I seldom upgrade a spell that is due to be replaced in a level or two.
> I seldom upgrade a spell that I don't
commonly use.
> I always upgrade "bread & butter" spells as soon as I get them.
> These important spells are always upgraded as far as I can afford to upgrade them and as early in their 14 lvl lifespan as I am able.
(I have often purchased an ad1 of an important spell just to "hold me over" till I could find or afford a master or an ad3.)
There are several tricks you can use to keep the cost down on the spells you need. These include;
> Create a crafting character just so you can lvl him up and make your own spells. (your wife could also do this)
> Make friends with someone who already has a spell crafter and can trade with you for the spells you need.
> Keep a list handy of the spells you are trying to obtain and check the broker for deals as often as you can. (You can also ask about them in the auction channel or /ooc)
> Be aware of what new spells are coming in the next few levels and always be on the lookout for a bargain.
> Take full advantage of the free master 2 upgrade at every "4 level" (24, 34, 44 etc.) and do not upgrade the spell you intend to choose while waiting for the free upgrade.
> If you are in a good guild, all of this becomes much easier since you can lean on guild groups and the guild to help you by giving you a crack at any Pally spell drops that come around. (If you are not yet in a good guild, JOIN ONE SOON!!!)
Hope this helps you some...