Archive:N/E Reaper's Mark Anti-Melee

This Necromancer is able to effectively shutdown melee attackers, while at the same time spreading massive degeneration through hexes.

Attributes and Skills
[build prof=N/E Soulreaping=12+1+1 curses=12+1][Reapers Mark][Faintheartedness][Parasitic Bond][Glyph of Lesser Energy@0][Price of Failure][Reckless Haste][optional][resurrection signet][/build]

Equipment

 * Superior Vigor Rune
 * Radiant Insignia
 * 20/20 SR wand with 20/20 SR offhand, +30/-2 (curses/SR, high set), defensive set

Usage

 * Cast GoLE followed by Price of Failure and Reckless Haste on a melee target. Make sure to cover with Parasitic Bond.
 * Begin stacking your degen hexes on a target. The order should go a little like this: Reaper's Mark,Faintheartedness, Parasitic Bond.
 * Resurrect fallen allies, when necessary.

Counters

 * Powerful hex removal such as Divert Hexes
 * Constant interrupting
 * Daze
 * Hexes such as Migraine

Variants

 * Insidious Parasite is a good choice in optional slot.
 * Some bring Enchantment removal to aid in spikes.
 * Rotting Flesh or Suffering, are also good choices for the optional slot
 * Signet of Lost Souls Can also be used to gain fast energy, and health.
 * Spec into Earth Magic and bring Ward Against Melee.
 * Rip Enchantment.