Guild Wars 2

Defektive.7283:

@Suds
Only use frenzy when the enemy has been stunned or knocked down, this eliminates the damage you’ll receive. If you cant do that, the only other time to use it is when they are playing so defensive that you most likely won’t be taking damage.

Edit:
Going to add to this explanation a little bit. You’ll notice in the video that I will only pop Frenzy if I can snag them in a stun. This usually is Mace #5 stun so I can immediately begin whaling on them with Axe #1.
If you pop frenzy without having the enemy in a vulnerable position then no matter what build you are – your going to be taking a boat load of damage.

I will try it again tonight. I think I can swap out FGJ with Frenzy and not be too bad off, since I’ll have the buff from the weapon sigils stacked up pretty high in a short time.

Speaking of FGJ, I liked using it as a damage buffer for the Empowered trait while SoR was on cd. It’s on such a short cd, so I always have boons feeding my damage plus buffing allies. In your opinion, how much more do you like trading that off for Frenzy?

Man, I tried the build with frenzy… I don’t think I used it the whole time. I guess I couldn’t get past the taking 50% more damage idea. I mostly used the more defensive build with shouts, because I felt more effective. The only problem was finishing power. I could take on 2, sometimes 3 if one was bad, but getting one down before their next heal was tough.

That was only my second night as a warrior though. I usually play engineer/mesmer, and I never play melee in mmo’s. Something just draws me to the warrior. I’m probably just missing something right now, since I’m a melee noob. I’m glad I tried it though, the warrior is pretty kitten cool.

I enjoyed it. The build is interesting, and I plan on giving it a shot. I’m sick of the hundred blades and rifle builds people keep posting. I’ve been running sword/sword and axe/shield lately, but I’m not as successful getting those conditions rolling as I’d like to be. This build looks very entertaining. Good job.

Karicus.8356:

@ Suds – I remember a thread saying the same thing last HoD, SBI, JQ match up… except it was SBI you guys were giving props to, knocking down JQ for their QQing about a ‘so called ’ SBI / HoD alliance and hoping to find a third server with SBI’s mentality.. Seem to remember SBI got the knickname “Steel Bluff Isle” because of that thread.

I don’t recall that thread, but I won’t say it’s untrue. I was out for a tiny bit due to RL, so I may not have seen it.

Karicus.8356:

funny… how easy it is to give props/ run down those you like when your sat on the winning side of the fence… curious. You’ll excuse me if i find this post a little … empty.

I honestly don’t care how you look at the post. To each his own Fact is, you’re just adding strength to my statements anyway.

Karicus.8356:

That being said, i WILL agree that JQ has been putting up a great fight

I agree

I see no Night capping crying..

You should probably read the whole thread then, because I see many.

I’d love it if TA moved, without an announcement, just before free xfers end. Not that I’m opposed to playing with non-alliance people, but I’d love to get to play with my guild/alliance more than I do now.

About all I see here is SBI crying about HoD night capping or “teaming up” with JQ against them. Almost every post between HoD and JQ is props this, or gg that, aside from a couple random raging nubs. As a member of the HoD community, I have to give mad props to a majority of the JQ folks for putting up one hell of a fight, and not giving up or making excuses. You guys are on the right track, and the kind of server everyone should want to compete against. We can only hope our next match up will include another server with your attitude. Win, lose, or draw; I wouldn’t mind either if we keep having these kinds of battles. Just need a 3rd with the same “warrior’s” mentality.

Ascii.9726:

You can copy and paste it into the address bar

lol, I’m at work so logical thinking is pretty slow right now. Thanks.

Dictan.4186:

my chill/bleed goes like this:
http://gw2skills.net/editor/en/?fQIQRAoY7djMaV7pbyb87JAoH3mrzRPO2YlpKAPA;TwAgyCqogyImQMrQOokCtKYUw2jpHA

Do you mind fixing this link please? I would like to check it out.

Thanks!

Karast.1927:

Jumpshot is one of those abilities that you have to setup to be able to use effectively

This pretty much sums it up. As with any ability in which you have to target an area, you have ensure the target is immobilized, or crippled in some way, to make it effective. It’s animation is very “clunky” looking for sure.

What other major traits are you taking in the firearms line? I’ve been trying to tweak my build focused around the flame thrower and I’m liking the looks of Juggernaut in the last slot but can’t decide on the 20 point trait. I assume Fireforged Trigger is preferred considering the heavy use of the flamethrower? I’m also a rifle kitten, so it’s hard not to take Hair Trigger.

So well written. It’s already starting to feel like WoW’s official forums… such a sad time.

Nodrog.7458:

What a silly statement Suds, by your logic Diablo 3 was never dieing either and in fact had an extremely healthy population as it sold over 6.5 million in it’s first week!

World of Warcraft – around 9 million subscribers. “Hey everyone, we will give you a copy of Diablo 3 if you commit to 1 full year of your WoW subscription. It will not cost you any extra, just commit to 1 year at your regular price!”

Diablo 3 – 6.5million people. “We accept your offer!”

Not the same…

From what I observe the game is very much alive. I know at least 100 people within our alliance that are 80 and haven’t shed a tear about any of their pvp experiences. Many more sub 80’s. We’re all having a blast together. We have plenty to hold our attention. We all realize and understand that with nearly every game’s release, there are things that need to be changed. Whether it’s balance, content, whatever. No mmo can be perfect upon release, it can’t happen. You can test all you want, but you’ll never get an accurate determination until it’s live. mmo’s are an ever-evolving thing and almost have to be adjusted on the fly. 22 days in…

I just want to open every post in the forums and type: “Waaaaaaaaah, waaaaaaahaaaaaaaa” at the end.

Whoa guys! Stop this argument, because the game is clearly dying. Well over 2 million copies sold in about 3 weeks(don’t forget sales were put on hold for a bit). Official launch was 8/28, today is 9/20. It’s not been released for Mac, nor in the Asian market. 22 days in guys…. it’s dying so hard! We must accept this failure.

Soutalgon.3827:

Why are night time crews afraid of a fair match?

Not a player problem. I know what you’re shooting for though.

Soutalgon.3827:

its far easier to defend a fully upgraded tower/keep that had 6 hours of free supply from the camps.

At the end of the day, night time crews should fight other night time crews. Yes, eventually the stronger daytime crew can put a dent or even pull ahead, but a free take over at night because of a geographic position on the planet is not cool.

Why are night time crews afraid of a fair match?

They’re playing the game… just like you are. Our night time, is not their night time. I don’t understand why your calling them out as “afraid” when they have nothing to do with it, other than playing the game during their prime time.

Dallas.2536:

good luck!

wat sucks about trying to do something like this is that without a rating system its really hard to figure out if people are your level or not!

It doesn’t take long to figure it out.