Originally Posted by
Skarssen
As I stated, the only thing unique about a DPS DK is the grips. Everything else, while potentially useful (ranged stun, using AMS to ignore stacks, etc) is either superfluous or could be brought by a ranged DPS, which are ALWAYS superior in just about every facet of PVE.
I don't know what your current raid looks like, but if you want someone to soak plate DPS gear and you aren't otherwise protector-token heavy, go with a DPS warrior. If you are protector-heavy but vanquisher light, then a DPS DK is certainly viable.....but not "optimal".