Thanks to the OP I decided to create a Brawler and found the basic guide the OP provided very helpful. Now my biggest decision is whether to 'valar' them to some higher level - 50, 105 or 120 ..... decisions decisions! The last and only valar I've used I blew on a Warden before I realized I really didn't like playing a Warden. My main toon is a champ but I have burg that is at end game too, the brawler playstyle seems to be closer to a champ than any of the other classes - but I haven't played all classes.
I'm having so much fun playing it that I think i'll go through at least level 20-25 to learn it and enjoy beating the pulp out of the mobs. It's been a long time since I had this much fun with a new toon! Thanks for the inspiration OP!
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