Guild Wars 2

Hey all:

I have been using the typical PU Condition meta-build on my mesmer for roaming wvw (solo and small groups). However, as much as i like it and am effective with it, I am quite tired of being the mesmer that everyone expects to fight. I was wondering if I could get feedback on a different build (power/prec./crit dam.) that is effective in solo and small group roaming.

I have also taken mantra builds out of the question. So, basically, that leaves me to Shatter (which I used to use and was relatively effective in), Phantasm, and Lockdown.

What of these three remaining build types are best for solo and small group roaming [i.e. flipping camps, sentries, yak slapping, possibly ninjaing towers (which i’d become accustomed to when i did shatter), and handling 1v1 (as well as maybe 1v2, v3, etc.)?

I will note that, I do have a preference for phantasm builds, but am unsure how they fare in solo/small group camp flipping and roaming.

Please note: I also have a preference for using PU, but that is obviously not a necessity.

All feedback and advice would be much appreciated!

Thank You,
~Felix Pantherae

Recently started running a PU hybrid build and it’s hands down the best all around wvw build I’ve ever run. There are a few posts of such builds, mine is a variant of some that I’ve seen. Hands down insane mobility with mantra of recovery and centaur runes, it’s perm swiftness. Just a great all around build, super fun to play, super strong 1v1 or in groups, and great escape/chasing ability.

You can say the same for most well thought out hybrid PU builds I’m sure.

I’ve used this one before and liked it: https://forum-en.gw2archive.eu/forum/professions/mesmer/Maximised-Hybrid-Phantasm-Build-Roaming/first

Thank you so far. I find the build you posted, OJ, very interesting. May check it out. More advice is also much appreciated =)

The one OJ posted is the one I basically run with a few changes, was too lazy to link it, but it’s a great build.

Honestly the play style has it all except self shatter. Phantasms own, bleeds own, shatters still hurt, tons of mobility. It’s awesome.