Guild Wars 2

Been a long time since I played the game, and I recall HGH builds being pretty popular and powerful. Are they still potent? Are there any HGH builds that use Rifle, Pistol, or perhaps Flamethrower? Can any of those three come even close to other kits?

I run HGH rifle FT on one of my engineers.

it is extremely effective to roam with, solid in small group too.

Wolfineer runs a similiar (perhaps the same?) spec to me and has videos showcasing its viability.

It has a nice burst on it and very strong control.

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this is what i run (complete with super cheap food. and only amulet / rings ascended from badges/laurels)

http://gw2skills.net/editor/?fcAQFAUlspyanuSfF17IxoCdG0j6m37K6xjp8kB-jUyAYrgQQQIRAJwioxW5KiGriBTfmUVsgs3QZVGg8tA-w