This patch is one link in a chain of balances and content additions that is in lead up to the Update. Though it goes live today it is part of a broader overhaul to Dura at large which is centered around the Official Update.
u One no longer loses defensive benefit when attacking a target on Max Defense. u Greatly buffed Maximum Defense Battle Stance. u Buffed Defense Values of various Shields and added attribute to Demon Shield. u Increased Skill Advancement-Speed for higher-end skills, demanding less time per skill and beginning earlier. u Lowered Monster Defenses (can be slight to great depending on monster) for: --Monk --Orc Warlord --Banshee --Dragon Lord --Hero --Black Knight --Behemoth --Demon
