Guild Wars 2

So I am leveling a mesmer in PvE atm…will eventually go into spvp and wvw when i i have most of my traits unlocked….and i have a few questions

what utilities do u guys use?

right now im using blink, decoy, and mirror images….figured decoy and mirror images are good for more shatters…and blink for movement

what heal skill? ether feast or signet?

what is the rotation(using gs + sw/torch atm)?

usually use gs 2, gs 4, gs3, weapon swap, sword 3 x2, shatter 1 while using sword 2, torch 5, mirror images, shatter 2

good or no?

also, what is priority on shatters? always try to use mind wrack?

thanks in advance!

Well, when I run GS, Sword Torch, I don’t really use Mirror Images just to be on the safe side. I usually run Mantra of Resolve for the extra condition removal.

If I’m not using Shattered Concentration (boon strip) or Rending Shatter (vulnerability) my rotation is usually GS 2,4, 3(if i can), dodge, swap, F3 Diversion, Torch 4, Torch 5, dodge, Sword 3, Sword 3 (Leap), F1 Mind Wrack , Leap.
I use F3 which is a daze because of the Minor trait Dazzling in Domination which applies vulnerability on a daze.

GS + Sword/Torch here, too.

Utilities are Blink, Decoy and either Arcane Thievery (for roaming or fighting warriors/rangers), Mantra of Resolve (fighting condi builds) or Mirror Images (fighting glass thieves/mesmers/guards).

Blurred Frenzy, for me, is mainly a defensive skill. I feel like the damage on it is too low and it’s too easy to avoid to just blow one of our best defensive cds for damage.

Shatter rotas are basically (with an optional Torch 4 added before):

1) Sword 3 while passing by/through the opponent → dodge somewhere near him → Sword 3 → F1.

2) Sword 3 twice (most of the time he will be immobilized, even when dodging) → GS 2 → F1

3) GS 2 → Blink either while still in throwing animation or while the blade is flying → optional dodge → F1.

F2 can serve as a substitute for F1 but does way less damage and is more useful for luring out defensive cds, stacking might or getting some damage through Endure Pain.

These are the basics. Of course a fight seldom plays out like you want so it’s crucial keep an eye for burst possibilities and range him/stay safe until it comes.

Remember that you can spawn your Sword 3 clone and kite the opponent away while the clone will still remain in place for a short time. This comes in very handy when you need some time to regain cds or to avoid moves like Earthshaker.

And another GS + Sw/T here!

Blink, decoy are a given. And yes, do take a condition removal tool – either MoR or AT (requires more skill to use).

Ether feast is a great heal for this. Alternatively you can take mirror or the heal mantra, so depends on your preference – try them all out.

Don’t get hung up on rotations – think about positioning of illusions and yourself instead. Rotations should always be loose and flexible.

But if you want some templates:
GS generally – #4, throw #2, dodge overhead (moving towards, if close enough), F1+F2 shatter (just to increase damage). Flick the camera around and mind stab if you like.
Can do GS #4, throw #2 (might), swap, Sw #3, #3, F1+#2, prestige (disappear).

Sometimes F1+ F3 (small delay between) can be useful – all illusions go on the mind wrack, but you immediately daze which can ensure all shatters hit).

F2 is supplementary to damage – only use if F1 is not available, and or you just want to increase the burst or fake a shatter.

Use decoy or prestige for stealth openers – for example:
Decoy -> move, pause, GS #4, #2… etc.
This has won me a fight very often, as it gives you a good initial advantage.

Always try to either open or exit prestige next to your target (but be aware if your enemy is expecting this), for the blind and the exit damage.

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