[quote]It could be subclass settings leftover from PvP..,but I definitely noticed a huge diff w/ 'annihilate'. Seems to have much less aoe now[/quote]
Maybe some experimenting again would be a good idea, thanks.
As someone with the with song Black Hole Sun running in the back of my mind I generally stick with the base Nova Bomb and increased blast radius. Awhile back a buddy suggested changing to the tracking shards but those didn't seem to help when dealing with yellow bars.
Even though I just love the Void Walker class I generally avoid it in PvE Level 28+ activities. They don't perform like Alpha Damage Mages at higher difficulties. If I am going to take a hit on my tank and mobility then the Sun Singer is a better alternative.
Works great in Patrol or Crucible.
[quote]Typically shatter+bloom+annhilate[/quote]
Hadn't tried Bloom before. Must be the most understated skill on the game. Someone needs to edit it.
So I jumped in some Vanguard Roc with that set up, donning the Black Hat and Bad Ju-Ju. Spammed some suppers. Made it rain some orbs. It works although the black hole sun will be missed.