Guild Wars 2

Hello Everyone!
I recently returned to the game to check out the events and stuff and its all great I have to say but I really need some help because there were quite a few changes since I left, even in the newest patch. Currently Im using a GS/Rifle and I have a 0/30/20/0/20 trait setup. This worked out pretty well before. Maybe its just me but I dont feel like I deal as much damage as I used to. Im thinking of switching to a Sword/Axe combination with a Rifle as a secondary weapon. Is this combination viable? Also I probably need new masteries too. I dont know what would be the best but Im thinking between a TankyDPS and a full DPS trait setup. So I’d be glad if you guys could help me out with some trait setup ideas and tips about weapons.

I’m actually currently running sword/axe and rifle myself, and I find it’s working quite well, although I should mention I’m still fairly low level. The traits I have planned out are 0/25/0/20/25. I like the combination of leg specialist and opportunist, especially with the extra cripple added to the sword lately.

It all depends what you are trying to run. Are doing pve (if so I can give some pointers), wvw or pvp?

From what I read dont bother with warrior on pvp, as far a wvw, you’ll only need a few variations.

I myself prefer the lb over the rifle and I’ve started using the hammer instead of the greatsword which Im truly enjoying.