As the title states, why does “Flamethrower” still not apply “burn” more consistently and reliably?
It doesn’t make sense to have to invest (unless you want to) into the second tier of explosive trait line for Incendiary Powder just to burn with a flamethrower. I understand if your not running FT kit and you want that extra condition damage, that’s fine.
Last hit of Flame Jet does apply burn, although how often does that land in a PvP, WvW scenario. Not so much of an issue in PvE, but I still think it’s strange to just tack it onto the last hit. When the last hit finally does manage to land and apply that burn, its only for a second. That’s not enough time to make use of the 10% bonus damage you get to burning targets (I believe that’s how it works, correct me if I’m wrong).
So if you want that extra 10% damage and a decent burn up time, you have to invest into Incendiary Powder.
Napalm is the only other skill that applies burn in the FT skill set, but I feel that’s still pretty lackluster as well. Of course you could use incendiary ammo, but again its relying on something outside of what a FT naturally does (IDK to me it just seems strange).
While I’m excited for the upcoming FT buffs, I still feel, IMO, there are some more things they can do to solidify FT use as a viable and practical kit. Still, I’m skeptical if those upcoming buffs will impact it enough to merit its use more. I’d have to see it in practice to make full judgment on that.
Anywho, that’s just my rant…
Insight, ideas, and opinions are welcomed about this awesome, yet under used (for obvious reasons) kit.
