Guild Wars 2

Yo guys,

I’ve stuck Pack runes on this build, but I’m not too sure whether they’re the right choice. The extra crit chance/damage is nice and fury/might/swiftness proc’s too, but I feel my build is lacking somewhat in the rune department.

What would be your suggestions (inb4 Traveler runes)?

The build

The build is for WvW roaming / 1vX fights.

Any criticism of the build is welcome as well.

Thanks,

Swiftness is important for ranged since kiting is incredibly strong in this game, even moreso in WvW because escaping as guard can be difficult. Unless you have teammates spamming swiftness, pack runes are still a great choice. I wouldn’t rule out traveler runes either TBH. The extra movement speed is really nice.

Another option(although arguably janky) is defender runes. I used to use these in WvW and although it can be random, if you can keep a timer in your head it can be incredibly powerful. The #6 bonus on that rune heals for 4-5K. Paired with full medis the healing that can be done is ridiculous

I use Speed runes. I know it sounds silly but it is indeed easy to implement in any build.

Flat HP is never bad on a Guardian. The in-combat proc can save your life in 1v1 and if you run with a havock/zerg you have perma swiftness.

So I can tweak my character around this rune. I can equipp more zerker gear because the Vitality bonus of the Speed runes. Sure the Pack is shiny and powerful IF you have access to swiftness.

Just my 2 coppers…