Guild Wars 2

hey fellow wars! Like most warriors here on their way to 80 I toyed with about every build out there to try and choose my favorite. I see lots of warriors doing the signet build with axes and great swords and other various dmg builds. Which I myself also love seeing the big numbers a lot also but I have grown very fond of this build I run with my guild in dungeons and even WvW and PvP (Various skills and traits varying a bit but not much).

http://www.guildhead.com/skill-calc#mVRzcc0zMmaRnmmaRnma0xx0cMsaoRb

Now Obviously this build is low on dmg but man in dungeons I live longer and also heal other while “tanking” some tough encounters. Not to mention my guild mates and friends love having me in the party. I was just wondering if there is any other warriors are doing not the EXACT same build but something similar.

And another question I thought as I was typing this thread…. To you veteran warriors out there is there any suggestions on finding a medium for dmg and mitigation on this build? For instance keep the idea of this build but raise the dmg a bit?

Also I am running with full AC exotic gear with runes of the soldier.

Thanks again guys! Lets talk about this!

Yes! Actually, this is very close to my build. However, this build does NOT have to be low in damage. Here is a link to my build that I use for… well, everything.

http://www.guildhead.com/skill-calc#mVRkcc0MzmaRvmmaRvmG0Gx0cVMaoRb

It’s great everywhere. You’re multi-purpose allowing the ability to tank pretty well, and also do nice damage with your hammer. Not to mention you have control now in both weapon sets.

Keep Signet of Rage activated whenever possible, and when that ticks off use For Great Justice. This will almost literally enhance your power and crit all the time.

This build really shines when using as much P/V/T as you can get, and if you can’t get it, use Valkyrie until you can get it. Honestly, I’d recommend keeping some Valkyrie on board just to enhance your crit damage.

Keep a spare rifle, longbow, and horn in your bag and you’re set.

Honestly, you don’t seem that far off from what I play every day, just learn the play style of both weapon sets well and switch when necessary. Have fun!

I like 10/0/30/10/20

in your builds I would change the 10 trait in Strength to Restorative Strength and change your heal to healing surge. Just my $0.02. You will remove the conditions that will keep you from escaping and get much bigger heals than with mending. It also fills your adrenaline bar now.

I run with the same exact trait allocation (salameri, 10/0/30/30,0) and adjust my traits depending on what I am doing. I’ve found this allocation allows for a lot of variety, that I really enjoy.

Replacing some of the traits you have with some of the more dps focused available, I maintain decent damage, good durability, and healing support. I run Exotic gear with about 50% Power/Vitality/Toughness and a mix of other with precision/crit. I prefer to run power and toughness to all other stats.

I run with dual-axes and greatsword for most pve content, just because I find them fun to play with. I’ll swap out my greatsword for more of a utility weapon, when I need it.

I swap out endure pain for my build, for ‘On my Mark’ or ‘Frenzy’, depending on whether I am in a solo/group and the number of creatures I am fighting.

Like Xanex, I do prefer “Healing Surge” over mending, as the 20s recharge on ’Shake it off" tends to be sufficent for conditional removal. If I need more conditional removal I just swap “Great Fortitude” for “Restorative Strength”.

Having adrenaline at full as much as possible really tends to benefit this build I find, and I actually swap this talent out for “Beserkers Power” for my purposes. But in respect to “Adrenal Health” passive, this makes “Healing Surge” an even better choice as a heal.

For WvW, I switch out shouts for banners (and supporting traits) which is much more effective. Rifle and mace/warhorn for group support.

I don’t really run with shield, but it’s cool to see that this works too with this trait allocation. I typically don’t run with one, since I find active dodging to be effective enough. I like to stay mobile. I tend to be able to tank things and have enough healing through shouts and healing surge to maintain myself easily. It’s in encouraging to see another built up the same way, and Ill have to try tanking using your weapons of choice.

Thanks guys I am really glad we could discuss this pathway of the warrior together and put some ideas together. I will def try some ideas you guys put on here and thanks for considering mine!

And to Chimerael I am Dragonbrand Server cmon guys step it up in WvW!!! LOL kidding

Agreed, we need to step it up to the limit! Haha. We are starting to get our stuff together on Darkhaven. I few guilds are finally getting everyone organized. We just mostly have a huge PvE playerbase with a more casual WvW crew.

Glad the feedback helped. Cheers Salameri!