Guild Wars 2

Their dev thought Crystal Desert and friends had higher population than BG and JQ (who isn’t even winning t4), so that says how much they know about the WvW right now

Swamurabi.7890:

McKenna Berdrow.2759:

Blackgate and Jade Quarry both opened because they were below the population cap. Blackgate currently has a smaller population than Jade Quarry and some of the combined linked worlds populations (combined linked worlds population example being Crystal Desert + Darkhaven + Devona’s Rest combined has a higher population than Blackgate). With all that being said, we do keep track of the transfers that happen. Since we have been seeing an increase in transfer behavior with the past 2 world links, we are discussing whether we want to change how we calculate WvW world populations or if we want to lower the WvW population caps.

Does this mean that next week if you manipulate the matchup for T1 and have BG/JQ/CD it will be competitive?

Please do this and then re-evaluate your algorithm.

Yeah, this would be a great competitive environment, because as proven by ANet’s metrics they all align wonderfully. Can’t wait to see the results of this matchup, it should be close guys! We’re going to finally have a competitive T1!

McKenna Berdrow.2759:

Blackgate and Jade Quarry both opened because they were below the population cap. Blackgate currently has a smaller population than Jade Quarry and some of the combined linked worlds populations (combined linked worlds population example being Crystal Desert + Darkhaven + Devona’s Rest combined has a higher population than Blackgate). With all that being said, we do keep track of the transfers that happen. Since we have been seeing an increase in transfer behavior with the past 2 world links, we are discussing whether we want to change how we calculate WvW world populations or if we want to lower the WvW population caps.

You guys clearly don’t even hop in to WvW to actually have an idea what is going on. Congratulations. Also, way too late now if you are thinking of lowering the caps, once the transfers settle in, you think they would move? The other servers are going to have lower caps and will have little or no chance to contend with the stacked servers anymore. Again, well done with staying out of touch with your own game.

Just building on the above post, WvW action only happens when there are commanders/guilds willing to lead. When that isn’t available, it doesn’t seem to matter how many people are on, hardly anyone does something. There doesn’t even seem to be any new commanders or guilds willing to do this anymore either. There is almost no incentive to do so. Probably speaking more into my experience here, though.

1. I don’t think this would work because WvW’ers are mostly casual now and just go omniblob everyone. If the opportunity is there to completely ktrain a smaller server they will do it nonstop. Pretty much killing the experience of the smaller worlds. On that point too, because they are mostly casual, and there is no incentive to move to a smaller world or play in other ways that isn’t blobbing, why would they?

2. This would be a good idea if you reset ALL servers to 0, like blow it all up. The problem then becomes timezone differences, which probably don’t matter to 80% of the people here because only NA matters right? But, you’re likely to lose your WvW population that isn’t in NA (talking about NA servers), as they would be left facing overly stacked opponents or tumbleweeds and pvdoor, then get backlashed by their NA server mates/enemies for “night capping” or losing everything. If you can manage to address all these issues then it should be fine (borderline impossible because I don’t think your metrics account for timezone activity) I guess it will all even out if off hour players quit entirely (which is getting there).

3. I wouldn’t be interested in transferring as I am one of these “off-hour filthy nightcapper how dare you play when I’m asleep” population. I will only go to where I can interact with those that play my timezone (enemies and allies), that is the biggest limitation on players like me.

LOL inb4 next expansion:

- Buy the expansion
- Pay for each new coming map as you progress in the story as part of our DLC
- You can save with our amazing Season Pass, which includes a new outfit bundled with a glider!

Let’s EA

bumping, plz fix stability anet tyvm

It’s going to be esports season again next week, so don’t expect a single mention of WvW for at least the duration of the PvP season. Like 1-2 months i think?

We can also say that auto-upgrades are fine, but the reason we all struggle against this is because there is a lot less people playing WvW. If there were people playing on the maps and constantly fight over structures (if there is enough incentive to fight for these to begin with), these structures won’t really upgrade as much. Maybe scale the rate of upgrade depending on how your server is doing in WvW (a bit slower for dominating server based on point difference maybe)?

The reality is that they just really don’t care about WvW. The year is about to end, and they will probably disappear for 2 months on holidays (which is fair enough everyone is entitled to it), and go like “we’ll have AMAZING surprises in store for WvW when we get back!!!” … inb4 GOLEM WEEK PART 2!! … zzzzz

Then straight after, more PvE stuff and THE LIVING STORY CONTINUES!

Let’s just all admit it, ANet doesn’t care about WvW. Look at all the forums, the WvW ones have like the most structured comments, feedback and propositions compared to the other modes (mostly just QQ) and as explained in this thread already. Well if there is any dev EVEN bothering to read this, I welcome any of you to deny this statement. Sorry if we just all sound negative here, but we just want to have fun in the game mode we all enjoy.

/endrant

Hello, we’re Delayed [LATE], we’re currently in Yak’s Bend and are looking to recruit new members for the OCX Timezone for WvW.

Guild Leader: bambam.7243 – Erza Knightwalker/Xenogear (TS name: Erza / Xenogear)

Website: http://delayed.guildlaunch.com/

Aim:
To be able to have a cohesive and solid group of 20-25 players set up for fighting zergs, during the OCX/SEA time slot. Our focus may be fight oriented, but that doesn’t mean we won’t help defend our stuff in borderlands! (inb4 pun that we arrived…[LATE])

Currently Recruiting:
Guardians
Warriors
Elementalists
Necromancers
Mesmers
Guild builds will be provided upon joining.

Our WvW raids are going to be scheduled at: 8:30PM – 11PM AEST, (Monday to Thursday OCX timezone). We will schedule daily training/practice before and/or after raids to keep growing our chemistry and reinforcing concepts/gameplan. This is tentative for now and as our numbers grow, the schedule may shift to suit the general need of its members.

Our rules are simple: Turn up for WvW raid (try to be 5-10 mins early) and rep the guild during that time and run with us for the duration of the raid! Outside WvW raid time you may rep any guild/personal bank guild you want, however it would be also necessary to be in touch with the other members (through parties for WvW roaming, tPvP, or doing other in game content) to build chemistry within the guild. Also, making it to at least 2 of the 4 days (at least 1.5-2hrs per raid) for WvW raid. Lastly, please make sure to have Teamspeak3 installed and have a working headset+microphone for more coordination (sorry really strict on this will not accept anyone who refuses to use comms)!

If you are an open minded and committed player who likes fighting in WvW, during this time slot, this may be the guild for you!

Send me an in-game mail (or pm if I’m online) at bambam.7243, if interested!

LATE leader here, will turn up to this can have a listen and see where we get from there. o/

Hello, we’re Delayed [LATE], we’re new to Dragonbrand and are looking to recruit new members for the OCX Timezone for WvW.

Guild Leader: bambam.7243 – Erza Knightwalker/Xenogear (TS name: Erza / Xenogear)
Website: http://delayed.enjin.com/

Aim:
To be able to have a cohesive and solid group of 20-25 players set up for fighting zergs, during the OCX/SEA time slot. Our focus may be fight oriented, but that doesn’t mean we won’t help defend our stuff in borderlands! (inb4 pun that we arrived…[LATE])

Currently Recruiting:

Guardians (frontliner | staff/gs or hammer)
Warriors (frontliner | hammer/sword+warhorn)
Elementalists (periphery | staff)
Necromancers (periphery | power)

Guild builds will be provided upon joining.

Our WvW raids are going to be scheduled at: 9PM – 12PM AEDT, (Monday to Thursday OCX timezone). We will schedule daily training/practice before and/or after raids to keep growing our chemistry and reinforcing concepts/gameplan. This is tentative for now and as our numbers grow, the schedule may shift to suit the general need of its members.

Our rules are simple: Turn up for WvW raid (try to be 5-10 mins early) and rep the guild during that time and run with us for the duration of the raid! Outside WvW raid time you may rep any guild/personal bank guild you want, however it would be also necessary to be in touch with the other members (through parties for WvW roaming, tPvP, or doing other in game content) to build chemistry within the guild. Also, making it to at least 2 of the 4 days (at least 1.5-2hrs per raid) for WvW raid. Lastly, please make sure to have Teamspeak3 installed and have a working headset+microphone for more coordination (sorry really strict on this will not accept anyone who refuses to use ts)!

If you are an open minded and committed player who likes fighting in WvW, during this time slot, this may be the guild for you!

Send me an in-game mail (or pm if I’m online) at bambam.7243, if interested!

Bumping for great justice!

Delayed [LATE] recruitment is now open again!

Currently looking for:

4 Guardians
3 Warriors
3 Necromancers
2 Elementalists
1 Mesmer
1 Thief

Our WvW raid times are at Monday-Thursday 9-12PM AEST for mandatory raids. Optional raids on Friday-Sunday same time (or possibly earlier)

If interested, send me (bambam.7243) an in-game mail or a PM.

Delayed [LATE] is now looking for:

WvW Experienced:
2 Elementalists (staff)
1 Thief (pick team)

Apply at http://delayed.enjin.com/home or send me an in-game mail!

Delayed [LATE] is still recruiting!!
Apply at http://delayed.enjin.com/home or send me an in-game mail

We are currently looking for:
2 Elementalists
1 Mesmer
1 Thief

Current Guild Status:
Members: 23

We are currently looking for:
2 Elementalists
1 Mesmer

Current Guild Status:
Members: 16
We are currently looking for:

3 Necromancers
2 Warriors
2 Elementalists
2 Mesmers
1 Thief

If you are in SoS or are interested in moving to SoS and would like to play organised fight oriented WvW during the OCX/SEA timeslot 9-12PM AEST, send me an in-game mail or PM (if I’m online) @ bambam.7243

Current Guild Status:
Members: 10

Guardian: 3 (recruitment priority: HIGH)
Warrior: 2 (recruitment priority: MEDIUM)
Elementalist: 3 (recruitment priority: MEDIUM)
Necromancer: 0 (recruitment priority: VERY HIGH)
Mesmer: 1 (recruitment priority: MEDIUM)
Thief: 1 (recruitment priority: LOW)

If you are in SoS or are interested in moving to SoS and would like to play organised fight oriented WvW during the OCX/SEA timeslot, send me an in-game mail or PM (if I’m online) @ bambam.7243

Website is now up, apply within if interested!

http://delayed.enjin.com/

Thanks Luvpie!!

Current Guild Status:
Active Members: 8

Guardian: 3 (recruitment priority: HIGH)
Warrior: 2 (recruitment priority: MEDIUM)
Elementalist: 1 (recruitment priority: HIGH)
Necromancer: 0 (recruitment priority: HIGH)
Mesmer: 2 (recruitment priority: CLOSED)
Thief: 0 (recruitment priority: LOW)

If you are in SoS or are interested in moving to SoS and would like to play organised fight oriented WvW during the OCX/SEA timeslot, send me an in-game mail or PM (if I’m online) @ bambam.7243

Delayed [LATE] is a newly formed organised WvW guild in Sea of Sorrows primarily focused on fights!

Website: http://delayed.enjin.com/

Aim:
To be able to have a cohesive and solid group of 20-25 players set up for fighting zergs and potential GvG, during the OCX/SEA time slot.

Currently recruiting players who have knowledge and some experience on playing:

Guardians (frontliner | staff/gs or hammer)
Warriors (frontliner | hammer/sword+warhorn)
Elementalists (periphery | staff)
Necromancers (periphery | power)

Guild builds will be provided upon joining.

Our WvW raids are going to be scheduled at: 9PM – 12PM AEST, Monday to Thursday. We will schedule daily training/practice before and/or after raids to keep growing our chemistry and reinforcing concepts/gameplan.

We also encourage our members to do sPvP/tPvP on their spare time in order to reinforce their gameplay.

Our rules are simple: Turn up for WvW raid and rep the guild during that time and run with us for the duration of the raid! Outside WvW raid time you may rep any guild/personal bank guild you want, however it would be also necessary to be in touch with the other members (through parties for WvW roaming, tPvP, or doing other in game content) to build chemistry within the guild. Also, making it to at least 2 of the 4 days for WvW raid. Lastly, please make sure to have Teamspeak3 installed and have a working headset+microphone for more coordination.

If you are an open minded and committed player who likes fighting in WvW, during this time slot, this may be the guild for you!

Send me an in-game mail (or pm if I’m online) at bambam.7243, or apply at http://delayed.enjin.com/ if interested!

Slomoshun.6317:

I also don’t get how a 1v1 QQ thread gets to the third page when you should all know that this game is not built around 1v1’s. These scenarios are very situational and could be solved with better planning or leaving and trying to find a better fight. Someone that is going to just run around the map and not fight isn’t worth the time anyway.

Really want to give this a +999999. WvW wasn’t built as a 1v1 playground. Please come in the game mode expecting that things like this can happen.

Mobility on a warrior is achieved by giving up certain things. If all that guy can do is run away from you, so be it. Move on and continue the objective. Sometimes people act as if the entire matchup was lost because they couldn’t catch a warrior running away.

Hi Titan, great work on the builds you have posted here. I was wondering if you can have a quick look at my build:

http://en.gw2skills.net/editor/?fIAQJARSjkOFvxQqQ4wBE0DNMLqiTBlQ9APqj4A-jUyA4rARWgIQAZPBx0nyaFsIasKGMVMRUt7ATKgIGDA-w

I really enjoy using GS/Hammer or Sword+Shield/Hammer on small scale fights and even zerg fights. There is some sort of “thrill” in diving deep into enemy groups and unloading strong burst damage on them. I am quite tired of the usual zerging warrior warhorn+shouts and would like to be a “destroyer” type instead. (Frankly, the zerg warrior sword+warhorn/hammer is pretty boring, but I know that it is good. I command on that spec)

Here’s my question: is my build properly “min-maxed” ? Is there a way I can “optimise” it even more towards a “destroyer” warrior without being completely glass (such as rune choices, trinkets, etc)? I went with the low crit chance because I am banking on the arms trait – Unsuspecting Foe, and went all the way with my crit damage. I still get a decent amount of crits, and it can get really devastating when done right. Also I’ve heard that 30/0/20/0/20 is another good warrior build to generate lots of adrenaline, yet I cant think of how that would work on zerg fights.

Hey, nice work on this, tested it out on spvp and it was pretty good. I was wondering since I like WvW a lot, how would you apply this build to WvW roaming? Would you go soldier’s gear with hoelbrak runes + zerk trinks?

Twinbros.5372:

JudgeD.5673:

Twinbros.5372:

Morabi.4568:

Twinbros.5372:

Morabi.4568:

Sounds like you were following an inexperienced commander that didn’t know what to do or have the confidence to execute something like what you are describing. Needless to say there are plenty of commanders in TC that know what they are doing. Don’t blanket all of TC based off of one inexperienced commander. Everything rises and falls on leadership (Like Bay) that commander could end up being a very successful commander in the future and helping them to be one is of the utmost importance far above anything else. TC is far from the garbage you make it out to be and we didn’t make it to rank 4 overnight.

Hazing a commander is the worst possible thing you can do and while people do it that commander receives zero positive feedback making absolutely sure that they learn little to nothing.

Your right and I apologize to the other commanders, I shouldn’t have made a blanket statement. And the commander prior to the bay attack was doing well, it’s just frustrating when you try to help them and get ignored.

Being a commander myself, it is very difficult to manage the massive amount of information being relayed to you. It is quite possible that the commander simply did not notice your message and may not have intentionally ignored you at all.

I know He heard me in vent, but I guess he was just overwhelmed with the siege. I’ll try and stress the importance of changing strat more clearly and constructively next time.

That cmmdr only popped his tag because there was nobody else available. We (RE) tried to help him as best as we could in that situation. I understand your frustrations, but, in the end, we lost Bay to repeated pushes by JQ. Though, it’s worth pointing out it took them over 3 hours to do so.

Yea he did well, and I was surprised at how long it took JQ to take Bay from us. I did manage to pull one of (RE) commanders aside and show him where I was trying to get everyone to hit the Trebs just now. I thanked him for listening and I hope the spot helps with defending bay in the future.

Yeah I was the commander at this time when he mentioned to me. I’ll keep it noted thanks for PM. I am new to commanding and my inexperience shows with the way I handled JQ’s pushes in our garrison but I enjoy it anyway. Thanks for the great fights JQ! Seeing your groups can really get intimidating to someone new to commanding! Hopefully I can learn more and be more effective in the future.

Cool thanks for the reply, I was thinking up of something like this:

http://en.gw2skills.net/editor/?fIAQNAR3ZjcOxwFP6OMxBEzjfAIKC1D7YDbjUhyA-jkyAYLBZyRgoIwZPBxEoyaZsIas6FM1JRUtHHzfQEVDA-w <— I tried to put all the things you mentioned in mind and this is what I came up with

I like your warrior style of gameplay (the worker type and it is my preffered style), but sometimes I would like a change of pace too instead of just keeping everyone alive and buffed..so the “destroyer” type really got my attention

Yea, gotta agree, very solid build. Damage is also very good despite being tanky. Thanks for sharing!!

Just one last question. In one of your vids (Full signet DPS lulz) you mentioned a destroyer type of warrior? Care to share? (If not I understand)

lol, what is this wizardry? found a little party being held by these guys in a random cliffside

Hello Defektive, really ENJOYING your build atm. Really good job on coming up with this build despite all the negativity in the Warrior forums. I gotta admit that it does feel quite odd relying on the longbow more than before on this but I have been getting good results for it in roaming WvW. I kept the traits the same, however I was wondering if you (or anyone else) can give me some input on how to implement this build in WvW? Pref zerg fights since I run with my guild alot more for big zerg fights…pref something that would utilise longbow and hammer? Gear info and runes would be good