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Guild Wars 2 PVP Video: D/D Elementalist in WvW [Vol 1]


This is footage of my D/D Elementalist soloing in Tier 1 WvW (Blackgate vs Jade Quarry vs Sea of Sorrows). My spec is based off daphoenix’s most excellent guide on “Tanky DPS” Dagger/Dagger Ele: https://forum-en.guildwars2.com/forum/professions/elementalist/Guide-Mastering-the-D-D-ele-12-20-12

Posted in Elementalist, Guild Wars 2, PVP, Video

Mana Bars: Good or Bad Game Design?


Mana bars are the long-standing resource implementation for casters in MMORPGs. In this article, we’ll look at the implications of mana bars on game balance and mechanics. But first, let’s consider why mana bars were (probably) created. I’ll use the

Posted in Cleric, Game Design, Guild Wars 2, Mage, PVE, PVP, RIFT, Warhammer Online, World of Warcraft

Character Movement Differentials in Guild Wars 2 WvW


In Guild Wars 2 World PVP, aka WvW, I’ve experienced a dynamic that I haven’t seen since 2005 when I played KnightOnline – significant differentials in character run speed and “burst” distance traversal. What reinforces these movement differentials? Three factors:

Posted in Elementalist, Game Design, Guild Wars 2, PVP, Thief, Warrior

Guide to Guild Wars 2 Warrior “Run and Gun” Build for WvW


This guide covers my Warrior “Run and Gun” build for WvW (World versus World) in Guild Wars 2. If you prefer video content, check out the Narrated Videos section below. I have a separate guide for sPvP “Run and Gun”.

Posted in Guide, Guild Wars 2, PVP, Video, Warrior

My Take on Ascended Gear in Guild Wars 2


If you play or follow Guild Wars 2, you’ve probably heard the uproar regarding the introduction of Ascended gear with the big Lost Shores update that was released on November 15th. The community has two broad concerns regarding Ascended gear:

Posted in Game Design, Guild Wars 2, PVE, PVP
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