Confused Guardian

[Sabtheshaman]

I've been using Noxxic for a long time for general stat priority, and spec information. But sometimes I look at Icy Veins. But lately they have been giving two different suggestions for things.

Which is best?

Noxxix says Stack stamina, while Icy Veins says to stack Mastery for tanking.

[Soisoisoi]

As the saying goes: Noxxic is toxic. Stop using that shit website.

[Ammeg]

I'd use Icy Veins over Noxxic. Personally

[Karnudge]

I've never found Noxxic to be correct...

[Lolretadin]

I'd use Icy Veins over Noxxic. Personally

The problem with this statement is that they are both equally terrible.
Honestly, the guides on this site are significantly more accurate and usually provide proofs (sims, stat weights, etc.) than either of those sites.

EDIT:
I think it should be noted that both Noxxic and Icy Veins are both guidelines that aren't to be taken as being 100% correct -- they're for new players and serve as a good general guideline, though are terrible sources to use when looking to get in to end-game content (Heroic raids, challenge modes, etc.).

[Doompanther]

Why not both? Stam is a primary stat while mastery is a secondary stat. Both are very good for tanking. You will always find stam on gear and mastery will be on a lot of gear. The only time you have to make a decision between the two is with gems. Personally, I'd go for Stam until you have better gear and health (for damage spikes) becomes less of an issue. Then stack mastery/versatility...

But that's my opinion.

[TheBGreene]

I've been using Noxxic for a long time for general stat priority, and spec information. But sometimes I look at Icy Veins. But lately they have been giving two different suggestions for things.

Which is best?

Noxxix says Stack stamina, while Icy Veins says to stack Mastery for tanking.

Personally, I would not use either of those. I would like to point you in the direction of the inc bear. Arielle and Buraan are quite good and provide a lot of good knowledge as well as guides and videos. It is definitely worth checking out.

In terms of your question, I believe you want as much Bonus Armor followed by Mastery as you can possibly get.

Not sure if I am allowed to post external links, but I think that is okay:

http://www.theincbear.com/

You can also follow Arielle and Buraan on twitter too.