Guild Wars 2

Heyo fellow Mesmers.
Was hoping to get some feedback on a few questions I have about Mesmers in general, and mesmer play at level 80.

So far, mesmer is my favorite class to play, by far. I really enjoy this class because of its diversity and, to a degree, complexity to play. Even at level 80, I still feel like there is a lot to learn for this class.

Currently, I enjoy playing as a condition/crippler Mesmer, something like the Blackgate build, which I have used successfully. However, I was curious. I recently came back, about 2 weeks ago and it appears the condition mesmers took a hit recently? If that is the case, how viable are Mesmers as a condition build right now?

In regards to playing a mesmer, I leveled mostly using sceptor/focus, sceptor/pistol, sword/focus, sword/gun and sword/sword. I did not use Staff a lot (i think I just need to get the hang of it).

With that in mind, what weapon sets are ideal for cripple/condition mesmers? We need to keep a lot of illusions up correct, because we illusions are killed, they cripple the foe. Correct me if I am wrong.

Outside of that, I was just looking for some suggestions of builds to test/learn. I dont feel like I have mastered the mesmer style of play at all and want to learn how to better play my mesmer.

I will start with that and has replies come in, i can add more info.

i do appreciate the feedback and looking forward to responses.

Cheers,

TCG

Hi there,

Scepter is probably your best bet as you make clones faster.
OH sword has skill #4 that spawns clone on block as well.
Staff is good for both condition build in general and clone-making with Phase Retreat (skill #2)

Condition mesmers are in a very good place right now. Not as OP as condition necros, but played right, they are a force to be reckoned with.

Hope this helps.
Cheers,