Act 2 shapeshifter or Act 5, which one is tankier?

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I'm trying to build a tank for my fire sorc. Which merc should I build?
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Definitely shapeshifter

Edit : use item with %life, str / vit, PR in priority. For labs, try to get +max rez in addition
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blatkill wrote:Definitely shapeshifter

Edit : use item with %life, str / vit, PR in priority. For labs, try to get +max rez in addition

I agree minus vitality, it doesn't work on mercs.
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Shapeshifter has the survivability edge overall, but both are very tanky with the right setup. My a5 lives through most Lab 14s if he doesn't get hit by phob or anom.
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Don't forget that act2 merc already have good pr (damage reduced by 25%, +1% per 5 levels)

Here you can find amazing merc guide

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Well, great advices!
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Isnt one of the a3 mercs a highest defense choice? With a decent shield, block% will go up too , unless it doesnt work ?
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boozek wrote:Isnt one of the a3 mercs a highest defense choice? With a decent shield block% will go up too , unless it doesnt work ?


A3 mercs have the highest defense but they can’t block.