Dex =/= +dmg?

[jhawks]

I just started this game and after reading a couple of threads about builds, I am getting the impression that DEX doesn't increase the damage for Archers.

If this is true, then this is the first MMORPG I have played where DEX doesn't increase Archer's damage.

Any reason why this game doesn't follow that tradition?

Regards
JHawks

[Chriszed]

Yes. Beacause they don't want everyone to be the same. If DEX did increase damage all Archers would put their points in DEX.

[jhawks]

Hmmm... well yeah that would be an obvious choice, although I would think people would still put points into other Stats to increase DEF, or SP or M. DEF.

But I guess being unique is good. Just weird for me heheheh.

EDIT: BTW, good work on your guide, I'm currently following it and using your build ^^

[Gravvi]

well archers use dex anyway. And yea this is the first game where dex doesn't increase bow damage.

[Infares]

Final Fantasy XI, your ranged attacks' damage is based on strength but the accuracy is based on Agility.