The Chosen: Champion of Chaos and Aura of Domination

The Chosen in Warhammer Online: Return of Reckoning is a formidable tank class, primarily defined by its role as an AoE Buff tank. Unlike other tanks that might focus on single-target protection or direct damage, the Chosen surrounds themselves with harmful auras (curses) that negatively impact any opponent who dares to close in. Possessing all the fundamental tanking skills, the Chosen is a versatile and highly desired presence across all scales of Realm vs. Realm (RVR) combat.

RVR Strengths: The Aura of Annihilation

• AoE Curses and Group Offence: The defining feature of the Chosen is their ability to cast curses which act like auras, damaging or negatively impacting any opponent within range. A Chosen can have up to three curses active at any time, turning them into a mobile zone of debilitating effects. This specialization in “group offense” means they enhance their allies’ damage potential by weakening foes, making them a crucial offensive enabler on the frontline.
• Comprehensive Tanking Toolkit: Like all tanks, the Chosen has access to essential protective and control skills:
  • Guard: Guards 1 person and takes 50% of their damage, which can be blocked. Mastering Guard switch is crucial for optimal protection.
  • Challenge: Reduces incoming damage for their party by 50%.
  • Crowd Control: A robust array of crowd control abilities, including Punt, Root, and Knockdown, vital for controlling the flow of battle and protecting allies.
• Universal RVR Applicability (“Excellent for small scale or Warband play”): The Chosen is an incredibly versatile tank, welcomed in all aspects of RVR:
  • Small Groups (Duos, 6v6s, Scenarios, Ranked Scenarios): Their ability to combine solid personal tanking with party-wide debuffs and protection makes them a perfect tank. Their curses can soften up multiple targets, making them a force multiplier even in smaller skirmishes. The text notes a “good duo would be with any class,” highlighting their strong individual utility.
  • Warbands (24-Man Groups): The Chosen truly shines in large-scale RVR. Their ability to provide protection and buffs/debuffs for the whole party/Warband makes them an essential component of any frontline. They are sought after in both organized guilds and random (PUG) warbands, acting as a crucial debuff engine and damage absorber.
• Easy to Play (Action Point Mechanism): The Chosen operates on an Action Point mechanism, making them an accessible tank for new players while still offering depth for mastery.
• Decent as DPS (2-Handed): While not their primary role, a 2-handed Chosen can output “decent damage.” This allows them to contribute offensively while maintaining all their core tank utility skills like Guard. “Tanks never lose the ‘protector’ role,” even when focusing on damage.

RVR Challenges: Maximizing Curse Uptime

• Consistent Engagement: To maximize the effectiveness of their curses, a Chosen must consistently be in melee range of enemies. This demands excellent positioning and the ability to maintain engagement without being overwhelmed.

The Chosen in RVR: The Debuffing Vanguard

The Chosen in Warhammer Online: Return of Reckoning is a unique and indispensable tank, specializing in debuffing enemies on a large scale. Their constant AoE curses, combined with a comprehensive tanking toolkit and high versatility, make them an excellent choice for any RVR group, from small roaming parties to massive warbands. They are the epitome of an offensive tank, constantly weakening foes while absorbing punishment, ensuring the dominance of the Destruction war machine.