Valin

Any difference between shields?

Yes, thats a very important thing to note... as well as a very popular question. Runes don't stack!

* Sorim: Quarrel Falls * Master Scout Kiera: Henge of Denravi

And from the general theory, it's a small chance at that. :|

Warriors only!

I've had that happen too, but I seem to get the rune more often than not.

No, they're not the same... the don't even look similar.

Curses : Faintheartedness For the next 8-37 seconds, target foe's attack speed is reduced and that foe suffers health degeneration of 1-3. I...

Apparently it is possible to get a bear pet from pre-searing, but you have to have a really hi beast mastery skill. And you can only have one pet.

http://www.guildwarsguru.com/map/map.htm

Gotcha. Thanks for the info.