Guild Wars 2

The build: http://gw2skills.net/editor/?fgAQNAscRl4zSpHSTjGZ9IBqCYn0DVn6VX6BvxtsB-jQyAYLBRCSgoCgJvioxWJLiGruGT5SEVbvJyqt8QyAoPGA-e

General concept: 30/30/0/0/10

Pros: You get +300 power, +300 precision, +30% critical hit damage, +16% damage from having your mantras up (Empowering Mantras), 4 mantras to cast 3 times each (Harmonious Mantras) before they run out: recovery, concentration, distraction (applies vulnerability because of Dazzling), and resolve (pain isn’t super useful because you want to have it up most of the time anyway for an extra 4% damage, limiting its use).

Cons: You’re pretty squishy, you lose utility skills, and you’re missing some traits for your illusions.

Weapons: I went with greatsword and sword/sword since I already invested in swords and having a short phantasm cooldown was nice, but sword/focus, pistol, and torch all have their merits.

Do you guys think this build is viable? It’s interesting because in this build you’re doing a lot more of the damage yourself.

My feeling is that you would gain more damage output by investing in your Phantasms also. My personal testing showed that vs Thief and Guardian you’re on the low side w/o any phantasms. With 1-2 you’re on par with Guard, with 2-3 you can match and exceed Thief’s damage. Not sure how accurate it is but I’m satisfied with the outcome so far. I’m sure its as viable as any GC build though.

I’m currently a 30/10/0/25/5 build. Phantasms deal good damage and Mantras are there to bolster personal DPS and heal. It’s actually quite comfortable to play as you’re getting a steady stream of healing. MoP hits pretty hard and I love mantras as you can drop charges even while stunned.