Guild Wars 2

Hello,

I am new to GW2. This is my first MMO ever and my first PC game. How do I join a gulid? Also, I am looking to join a Guild, but none of my friends are PC gamers. Any advice would be awesome.
Thanks

First off, Welcome to GW2! :P Glad to have you and we do hope that you enjoy your stay as much as the rest of us do. And welcome to the world of PC gaming. It can be alot of fun and you can make some very awsome friends.

Guilds in GW2 are a bit different than in other games. First off you cannot request membership in game without first speaking to someone who can invite you. Second, you can belong to more than one guild at a time (though most ask for 100% rep). To switch between the guilds you are a part of you “represent” the one you are currently active with.

I suggest coming up with a general idea of what type of gameplay you prefer (or if your not sure yet at least list the things you would like to try) and a general time of day that you most often play. Specify what server you are currently on, and if you are willing to transfer off that server for the right guild. And also specify if you are willing/able to partake in voice chat (as thats a very common form of communication in the gaming world today), and what size/type of guild you would like to be a part of (small/med/large) (casual/hardcore).

All this information is important when people are looking for possible recruits. Finding the perfect guild for you can take some time (and even some “dates”) but once you do find the right place for you, it can really make all the difference in the world to your gaming experience. The game brings you in and is fun to play, but its the PEOPLE that keep you coming back day after day for more :P

Good luck on your journey though the vast world of online gaming and if there is any other questions you have feel free to drop me a PM. Im always up for taking a newbie under my wing

Hello,

If you are looking for a structured multi-game community you can call home then I invite you to review Great Architect. Instead of giving some TL:DR article, I have provided some key points below.

Our Community

• Stormbluff Isles – We are active on SBI, but allow guesting. Don’t forget you can delete all your chars for a free transfer.
• Mature – Our ages range from 18 – 30+.
• Active – Recruiting all time zones. We have 60+ members. Most active around 10PM+- EST.
• Website – Our site is hosted by Enjin. Used to share information and promote our events.
• Community Oriented – We are community first, guild second. We look for community members.
• Voice Comms – We use Mumble & Enjin chat via Overwolf overlay to communicate across multiple games.
• Live Streamers – We promote our Twitch streamers. Our streamers often do giveaways.
• Newbie Friendly – We are very helpful and always welcome new players.

In-Game Activity

• WvW – Weekly WvW night. We run in small groups.
• sPvP – Not much sPvP activity but we will support anyone wanting to start a team.
• Leveling – We often team up with and help our lower levels.
• Dungeons – Eager to run Dungeons, often done nightly.
• Fractals – Same as above. Our most active runners are nearly level 10+.
• World Bosses – We often report active bosses and kill most of them on a nightly basis.
• Missions – Actively unlocking missions.
• Representing – We do not require 100% representation, but atleast 75+-%.

I believe this covers just about everything. If you have any questions feel free to mail me in-game. You may also submit an application at http://greatarchitect.us

Thank you,
SeeingBlue
-Great Architect Admin

What server are you on?

Most definitely welcome to GW2. My advice on looking for a guild…. interview them, not the other way around. Your guild is ‘your home’ in a sense, and you should be happy and content with those you surround yourself with. You dictate what you desire, and find what fits, don’t let the guild leaders dictate what you should or should not like/do/enjoy.

ACE.2583

oWBo is recruiting right now. We are a brand new guild that is interested PVX play. We are ventrillo ready. Give me a whisper or mail me ingame if you are interested in joining us. Thanks,

ACE.2583

SOR – [BURN] recruiting SEA PVX

[BURN] is new guild recruiting mature and laidback players who enjoys PVE and WVW havoc after working hours.
We are looking for members to grow the guild together.

Prime time: 8:30p.m(+8gmt) or 5:30am server time.

Main language: English

Highly recommend:
-Just want to have a fun and good time in WvW (nothing too hardcore)
-Sociable people who want to make new friends.
-Casual PVE and fractals.
-People who are new to this game.

Send me a mail if you are interested.

I appreciate all the replies, I am loving the game. It is like all the console RPGs I have played to a whole new level. The world is massive; I am used to Skyrim size. In order to join a guild, do I have to be on the same server as the guild to join? Does joining a guild with your profession a recommended way to go? Or is a melting pot of different professions and races? I live in the Washington DC area, does that matter for the guild I join?

Equinox Solstice [TIME] is an semi-hardcore PvX guild formed on 18-February-2013, based in Crystal Desert that aims to foster interest in all aspect of the game (sPvP, WvWvW and PvE), seeking for players that are fun-loving, outgoing and self-motivated.

We are a international guild with players from all over the world, having significant 24 hours presence.

If you are interested in joining the guild, you can contact SkyShroud.2865 or you can visit our guild site for more info.

Alternatively, Crystal Desert has many guilds, you can join Crystal Desert server and check it out.

PS: You can join guild of any server but you cannot do WvW with them. You can join EU guild too but you cant play with them if you are in NA server.

CrazyPhilisopher the timezone would be different clearly but we have guys online at all times most of the days,so thats not a problem,we are mostly from Europe but have a few ppl from other continents too,ill be glad to have you and show you around

Hey CrazyPhilosopher

No technically you do not need to be on the same server as the guild you join. Guilds in GW2 are able to cross server recruit. However, being on the same server is more often than not the way to go. Although you would be able to talk to them in guild chat and whatnot, you would not be able to reap any of the benefits of being in a guild (guild buffs or upgrades) nor would the guild get any benefit from your membership (influence). Most guilds ask that if you are not already on thier server you be willing to transfer for long term membership.

Profession really, in most cases, is all about your preference. It is good to have a variety of classes when doing things like dungeons to help balance out and allow each of the members of the party to help in thier own unique way, but thats not to say that a dungeon cannot be run with all of one class. I have run many a successful dungeons with a whole party of Guardians :P Pretty much a melting pot unless you choose to join a guild that is very specific about being an asuran only guild or something.

The only thing that living in Washington DC would effect is the times of day you play and you might want to consider looking for a guild that does group activities or has frequent activity around your most regular game times.

Im glad to hear that you are enjoying the game so much. It sure is alot of fun. Exploring and experiencing all the beautiful scenery, dynamic events and entertaining NPC conversation when your starting out is great lol. But as much as this game has to offer, it can get pretty lonely. I definitely suggest finding a group that really fits you and you enjoy spending your time with. It will surely enhance your gameplay

Whats up Crazy. Timezone is the only thing you wanna watch out for. Proffesion/class/race most guilds do not care. There are loads of great guilds here, pick carefully, I have been in guilds that are so large they can’t cater to the new player or guilds so small it just way too quiet. Best thing to do is look for a guild that is medium sized, welcomes new players and has people helping them.

I’m part of Knights of ARES here in Dragonbrand. We are a NA guild meaning we get upto 40-60 people consistently active from 8-9am to midnight. We are a mature guild, we have mentors who teach dungeons and help out. We have all the jazz, mumble, forums and what not but man you’ve heard of that like a million times here. What I want to bring to you is, we are a close community, we take in new players/members all the time. We dont care if your excellent at the game or if your new. Bring ur personality and we’re happy.

http://knights-of-ares.enjin.com/page/417958/recruitment

Choose wisely