Im kind of mixed on the way recent updates changed how the various enemies attack. They now change to whoever is doing the most damage at the time (or at least appear to).
I used to use this to help my lower level friends when I wanted to, taking the brunt of the attacks helping them achieve various tasks. I can still help similarly, but I have to keep an eye on things a bit more in case they turn from me, towards my friends.
But on the positive side... I had a low level guy chasing me around rummrunners isle. He kept running up and attacking whatever i'd attack. I asked him if I could help him, but he ignored me, and continued to follow me. No matter what I said, he wouldnt respond, or leave me alone. So... I started attacking this giant crab, he took a whack at it.. I stopped attacking... he hit it a few more times (not noticing i'd stopped apparently). Well that Giant Crab turned and took care of that problem for me.. in a matter of seconds. I didnt like how this update worked at first but im seeing the light!
Zeppers lvl40
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