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Personally, I do think the Boots of Perserving are overpowered. I believe Wands of Striking can bypass them, but I dare anybody to name me 10 non-modded enemies that uses them. [img]tongue.gif[/img]
You cannot simply dismiss them by just saying that spells can replace them, because of several factors.
1) A spell saved, is a spell ready for other purposes. You mentioned 2-3 spells, which I can translate to 2-3 more offensive spells, counterspells, or different types of defensive spells.
2) The boots last forever. Spells do not.
3) Time saved. Instead of wasting time casting a protection spell, you can do something else instead.
4) Bosses' counterspells become laughable because well... they waste time casting counterspells on you. Recall the last fight in ToB, where the Boss had infinite Spellstrikes. Thanks to these boots, it is no longer a problem. Also, almost every high-level Mage in the game uses Dispel/Remove Magic. If you want to factor in mods, then Secret Words and Pierce Shields are a common everyday occurance as well, but HEY! Who cares? The boots make you ignore them anywhere... Improved Liches do not become so improved if you wear these boots... the difference in the challange factor was uncomfortably noticable when I tried with and without the Boots of Preserving.
In conclusion... I will not be wearing these boots anytime soon. I feel as though I am cheating when I use them.
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