Guild Wars 2

Hey All,

First post! If you could critique my build, I’d appreciate it.
Build: http://gw2skills.net/editor/?fcEQJAqelIqqbnpSyFg9IyIFk2EGShEaYgeAY5FfB
Gear Discussion: https://forum-en.gw2archive.eu/forum/professions/engineer/Re-Gear-choice-for-P-S-Engineer
Shield Cosmetic Discussion: https://forum-en.gw2archive.eu/forum/professions/engineer/Need-a-captain-america-shield/first#post1420179

Purpose: So the goals of my build were to create a build which would be a homage to Captain America. The build isn’t going to do the most damage, but it can survive and aid the team in survival.

Explanation:

Weapons:
Pistol and Shield; Obvious, Captain America isn’t Captain America without his shield, leaving pistol as the main hand weapon (which is how he was in the movie as well). Generally, spam Poison Dart volley whenever it’s up. Static shot can also be used whenever it’s off of cooldown, or saved for the defensive blind. It loses some damage however in large groups, and won’t pass through to hit your target in large herds of enemies. For the sigils, I used Force and Fire to boost damage across the board, as well as proc AoE blasts every few seconds. I didn’t use Air because I’d rather deal more damage to groups via AoE. *1

Key Traits:
I went 30 in Firearms to get Coated Bullets, Hair Trigger, and Precise Sights. Coated Bullets is so that my Explosive Shot and Poison Dart Volley did linear AoE damage, increasing damage to groups, and in ensure I hit my target in large fights. Hair Trigger was chosen so that I could use my pistol skills as often as I could. Finally, I chose Precise Sights so that I could help my teammates and myself by boosting damage through vulnerability. *2
I went 20 in Inventions so that I could grab Reinforced Shield. I want to be able to use my shield skills as much as possible, and though the cooldowns are painfully long, the 20% reduction helps, as does the extra 90 toughness. I also took Energized Armor so that my damage would be helped to some degree.
Finally, I went with 20 in Tools, grabbing Static Discharge to help with damage output, and Scope to increase crit chance by 10%. Static Discharge is a big part of this build, since Captain America is all about the bouncing (though yes, this is static, the flavor remains similar). Scope, I wasn’t too sure, since I’ve read it may be bugged. I’ll have to test this further to check. *3

Possible Alterations:
1) If you have the money and inclination, one could switch weapons from Sigil of Fire to Sigil of Air dependant on the situation.
2) Precise Sights can be replaced with Infused Precision, and then take 10 points from tools to put into Alchemy to grab Invigorating Speed.
3) If Scope doesn’t work, you could either see alteration 2, or switch the trait out for Speedy Kits or Ground Targetting. Speedy Kits for general mobility (I just switch the traits as needed), Ground Targetting to throw your Healing Turret for a remote Area Heal.

Utilities Explained:
For the healing skill, I went with the turret, because it’s so darn useful. I can throw it down for a constantly reapplied regeneration field, or spawn and destroy it for an Area Heal (as well as proc Static Discharge). With the Toolbelt skill from the turret, the toolbelt skill from Elixir Gun, the Super Elixir from the Elixir Gun, and the turret itself, I can have regeneration up indefinitely, and be able to remove conditions, and apply on the spot Area Heals as needed.
Rifle Turret and Tool Kit were picked because they have the lowest cooldowns on their toolbelt skills, as well as being super easy to aim. Plus, both the toolbelt skills are projectile finishers, which is a 100% condition removal if fired through the Light field from Super Elixir.

Overall: This build is extremely survivable, and increases the survivability of team mates as well by providing constant regeneration and regular heals. This build however is lacking in damage, despite the availability of static discharge. (Though when I say lacking, I’m comparing it to a Grenade Power build, it does respectable damage while being very survivable in PvE).

Let me know what you guys think! Right now, I’m working on getting armor pieces which will look like the Captain’s. Right now, I’m pretty sure I’m going to go with the Ascalonian(Exotic) Helmet. Not too sure on the other parts yet.

Happy Adventuring!

Edited to link all discussions related to making Captain America in GW2

I leveled up in many different ways, trying different builds. I’ve done P/P with Elixirs, Rifle w/ gadgets, FT with Elixirs, Rifle with Static Discharge ( turning point, I became a static addict ). By this point, I was lvl 70, so I finally went P/S.

I haven’t been to Orr yet. but I’ll get there. I’ll let you know how it goes. So far, this build works great in AC Exp. I stay alive and extend other people’s lives. I can’t tell if I’m dealing considerable damage, but I’m contributing well. Plus, the conditions have utility added to them: Bleed increases damage output by 5%, Poison reduces healing effeciency, and Blindess can be used defensively like I said. Just hit 80. Got Guardian of the Six, so I look even more like a legit Cap’n. Once I get the Ascalonian Catacombs coat, I’ll be another step closer to the costume.

If you’re just looking to be the Captain, I would suggest P/S with Elixers, especially Elixer B. Supersoldier Serum activate!

Elixirs sound tempting, but from what I’ve been running in dungeons, the ability to keep regen up on everyone, and have spot heals via my blast finishers on my shield and turret keeps the party in the fight instead of on their backs. Maybe for sPvP I’d try elixirs to make myself more formidable, but damage isn’t my focus in this build.

Notice that Captain America isn’t the most heavy hitting guy on his team. He can keep up, for sure. But his strength comes in his ability to stay alive in a fight, and keep spouting tactical advice. That’s what I focused on for this build.

Just finished an AC Path 1 run with a bunch of people who had been struggling with it. They appreciated the constant heals.

Plus, since the damage isn’t overly high, you almost never draw aggro, so you’re free during a boss fight to just spam away.

Haha, I was mostly making the suggestion for thematic purposes. Though if you trait right, your thrown elixiers can each cure a condition and add a 30-second stack of might to everyone they hit (plus the base effect, probably a boon). The tool belt skill for Elixer R even helps heal up downed allies. So you can still spec for support with Elixers if you want.

The thing with going into the Alchemy trait line is that you’d have to detract from an already abysmal offense, or decrease the points in Inventions. Unacceptable for me because I like throwing my shield hahaha.

But yeah, Elixir support is good too, just not the goal of my build.

Also I’ll post a pic once I get my first attempt at a Captain-esque costume.

For the The Tools, go for Power Wrench. Nothing like a Static Shield, Static Shot, then Prybar. Watch the ROFLCOPTER Warrior kill himself. It is a riot.

Confusion is pretty great. That toolkit is pretty great overall. AoE cripple, Confusion, Block, and a pull. TANKCAT uses it the best, I think. I just have it there because I like the toolbelt skill (low cd and decent dmg).

Not sure which one I like better:
The Royal Blue is more similar to the comic books (also with the red boots). Whereas the Blue Shade one is more like the movie (With Brown boots also).