Guild Wars 2

Wow, those toughness numbers are a bit higher than I expected. I forgot about the 200 tough from chaos on the heavy build, so the 1300 I was assuming is pretty close, based on your gear list. You do mean your 1480-1500 is including traits?

I do admit I like the hybrid spec most of all, I like the sword in both hands, but miss the stun from pistol now and again. I’m running it with 1140 toughness currently, and just about 17k hps. 45% to crit, and 80% crit dmg. That’s not glass cannon by definition, but it’s as glass as I’m willing to go. I agree with you 100% about mixing in a couple knight and valk, but even with that minimal defense I’m amazed at your survivability, esp against multiple opponents.

Thanks again for the response, loving the thread, and especially the fact there’s so much positive and thoughtful discussion around the class, instead of the constant complaining that goes on in so many of the forums.

Osi,

Love the guide, love your explanation and videos supporting everything. New tank build looks interesting. I know you list briefly the gear changes, but what is your new toughness value? Gonna guess around 1300? Is that plus the reduced dmg from clones trait a huge bonus in survivability, beyond useage of dodge and skills to stay alive? I was always impressed with your ability in original spec to avoid dmg in essentially a full glass cannon build. I’ve been working on it, but haven’t mastered the art.

Also looking forward to condition setup. Just for something new to try. Keep up the good work!