Guys this discussion is going sideways. The title covers the general topic: is feral spec viable?
Guess we can conclude that the dps is from a min-max perspective is not great, and the tanking is good not excellent.
All in all ferals are certainly viable specially when they are flexible, adaptive.
I think its important to have this sort of discourse because it highlights the distinction between what is viable and what is optimal. As you can see, the thread starts with a reasonable take on what is viable/achievable and shifts to players claiming that druids are optimal...
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Important distinction right there. Similar to saying that Feral and Balance PVP Druids are top tier after watching a StormX video... StormX is playing Druid at a very high level that is not easily replicated by the mass populace, but that does not equate to being top tier... Great post Uppercut.
@stfuppercut he is usually pretty much spot on. The comment by Swans is a little rough around the edges without the appropriate arguments. But to each his own.
And like StfU said u need more gear and pots. This is a very valid point.
But than again much of the feral Bis list isnt really high on the hunter, rogue wish list let alone the healing leather gear.