Talk:Killing Blow/@comment-68.13.172.188-20151031042756

If anyone is wondering if this mod is worth it instead of another elemental, keep in mind this mod multiplies ALL damage.

So say you're using three elemental mods like most builds, we'll go ahead and say 60%/90%/90%. We'll also say this weapon has 100 base damage to make the math easier.

If we use all three of those elemental mods: 100+90+90+60 = 340 damage

However, if we use Killing Blow in place of the 60% elemental: 1.6(100+90+90) = 448 damage (24% increase!)

Now let's see if it's worth it for a 90% elemental: 1.6(100+90+60) = 400 damage (15% increase)

This still applies for two elemental builds (280 damage with two 90% elements vs. 304 with one 90% and Killing Blow), but if you're only using one element then you're better off using the element since it applies all the time.

You also have to factor in whether or not you can spare the energy, as using a fast weapon with channeling will burn through your energy pool quickly, so be aware of this before going Killing Blow all the time.