Questions from a new mesmer

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Posted by: cranked.3812

cranked.3812

Recently rolled a Mesmer. Crafted him to about 20 as I want to have 2 crafts per toon so I don’t have to pay to change between them, plus it speeds leveling.

What is the best gear to level with? From what I have read, Mesmer can be kind of a challenge until you hit 80? I know the end game meta is zerker, but is it something that is a good idea to start with?

What weapons are the best? GS + x ? What is best for range?

Also, not sure what type of build I want to shoot for in the end, but what order would you add to traits as you level?

TIA

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Posted by: purplepegasus.2791

purplepegasus.2791

There’s a nice variety of mesmer builds once you hit 80- getting there is kind of a pain, but whatever.

I feel like greatsword would make for easiest leveling, but it’s all a matter of taste I suppose.

In terms of traits, grabbing deceptive evasion once you hit level 40 really helps- it’s not necessary depending on your build, but I really found it nice to have when I was leveling,

- Tricky Gemini – Mesmer – Jade Quarry -

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Posted by: ShiK.9184

ShiK.9184

Hi,

You can play with GS+sword/focus(basic set for a mesmer) or Staff+sword/focus for the beginning with a Power/prec/toughness set.
GS/Staff for ranged, temporal curtain to regroup ennemies(when needed) or for the swiftness, and sword for melee.

You can try to play shatter it is really fun. You just need to put 20 points in duel for the X trait(clone/dodge).

With practice you will switch you’re set power/prec/toughness for a power/prec/%critdmg.

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Posted by: Alissah.9281

Alissah.9281

Hey,

For all your leveling needs, check out Kai’s complete pve compendium
It answers any questions you may have, but it does take the fun of off exploring everything yourself ;).

Also, you should join the Official Mesmer Forum Guild :D
Here we have experienced Mesmers who want to dedicate their time to helping you ^__^.

That said, I recommend you use power gear for leveling, and try out all the weapons to see which fits your style. GS has best ranged damage, though. as your alternate set, try sword/focus for aoe and swiftness.

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