Guild Wars 2

The skill system as-is is technically “fine”, however, I would like to see it expanded a bit and also add more customization to the hotbar. Here is the short list:

1) The option to have a stock loud-out (for those who are happy with the way things are currently). In other words, nothing changes for people used to the current system.

2) 1 or 2 more optional Weapon Skills per weapon, perhaps 1 for off-hands. Nothing huge, just a little variety. Perhaps these “optional” weapon skills can even be unlockable at later levels (additional events? I don’t know, get creative and give players something else to look forward to in later levels). For players who don’t want extra possibilities, they can refer to #1.

3) Ability to move skills around on the hotbar, whether weapon or slot skills. Beyond mere selection, I think many players find a “pre-selected” button somewhat of a hindrance to playstyle. Again, the standard load-out can remain, and for those who don’t want buttons to change, refer to #1. For those of us who would prefer a little bit of custom tailoring, why not make it available as an advanced option?

I ask any players who have something constructive to add to please do so. These are some of my thoughts after leveling 2-80’s and being active in PvE and W3.

— Thanks

Not sure what you mean by #1. The problem with adding optional weapon skills and more weapon skills to the bar would mean all classes would have to be redone for balancing purposes. It wouldn’t be like it is now since they’ve all been balanced enough and just changing timers, ticks and damage. #3 However isn’t that bad of an idea, but the ability to change keybinds is already in game and is the best way to do this. Even after leveling two 80’s skills 1-5 should be etched into your being.

Not adding anything to the hotbar, just the ability to customize your weapon skill load-out a little bit (hence the word optional in relation to new weapon skills). This would not require any kind of class rebuild, simply adding unique weapon skills into what is already known….to build upon what exists, not to completely redo. If by balance you mean the possibility of more builds? There are already selectable skill slots, yet “balance” is achieved.

Changing a keybind is not the same as changing the position of a skill on your hotbar, in particular for players that do mouse clicks (even if occassionally). This is pretty standard fare in nearly every mmo, to the degree that a player can develop a unique connection or continuity with their own character. I would like the ability to place a slot skill in second position, and move a weapon skill at the far end of my hotbar.

1-5 isn’t as etched as you think, with multiple weapons and slot skills. There are, quite honestly, skills I don’t use in the 1-5 range, but quite a few I use in 6-0.

I love the idea for 2-3 more weapon skills for each weapon combo. Would be great for more character customization. You still get only 5 skills but can swap em out like utilities.

Give them at later levels, cause right now you unlock every utility long before 80 and theres not much to look forward to like you said. Something for an expansion i’d reckon though. It would have to be balanced and tested a lot.