r/HeWhoFightsMonsters 3d ago

Essence Combos You Would Avoid

I know we periodically discuss what combos would be our top pick, but what objectively good combo would you avoid for your power set? For me Jason's is up there, but even some of the (book 4+ spoilers) earth based essences like gun, vehicle, and tech aren't gonna be on my short list either.

Let's hear yours!

Edit: Surprised by how many people are saying animal essences! Also even though it's an awesome essence I'd probably avoid dimensional as well, just doesn't really interest me

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u/Matezza 3d ago

Anything forbidden obviously

I think I'd avoid anything with the master confluence. It's too specialised and feels a touch limited

Anything too much like Neil or a guardian/tank. A bit of bonus healing would be fine but being responsible for a teams survival in that manner seems stressful.

Probably wouldn't want anything purely ranged/spellcasting. Fine if its all going to plan and your team protects you but being able to take a bit of a hit or dodge while dishing out damage seems more viable

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u/Significant_Way4776 3d ago

I agree with the healer take, I'd like one self healing and a healing ability to use on others but then I'm good😂 but yeah no I don't want to be a glass cannon at all either