But it is a class within a class, So it should be chosen with the same ideals in mind. A Shadow plays completely different from a sage. The same is true for a vanguard and commando. sniper and operative. See what I mean?

I find it interesting that every class on the empire's side has been mentioned. So therefore I can infer that all classes have the ability to gain huge numbers in a pvp or pve setting. Doesn't matter if it is a republic or empire class. Play what you want and you will get there. As an off note. Reevaluate your gear and do your homework. You may find that you have been raising a stat that doesn't help you as much as one you may have been ignoring.

Is there any way to create Lv 50 crystals? I have header one can get schematics but I have no idea where to get them.

As a balance, I'm not to happy about the sudden surge of balance shadows. I started as a balance form the beginning so its a little disappointing seeing the sudden change to balance shadows. But at least I can say I rolled a balance before they became popular.

Did you check the sticky at the top of the shadow's forum? That build hasn't steered me wrong yet.

There is no class that is better at pvp then the other.Due to the fact that team work and group coordination is key to winning. With that said, I suggest you decide on your play style that you want rather then the "best class". There is no class better then the other only players. I do hope that helped

Not break my friend, more like make it harder to play. Thus making the class better for those who take more time to learn the class.As well as make it more uncommon.

you have my support.

I had the same problem, then I noticed that DoT would pull me out and reengage combat.

I have just recently reached level 50 and have been looking closer at gear choices. I have been wondering if I should have a good amount of endurance and sacrifice my crit and surge, or should I just get crit and surge as high as I can? Thanks for your insight