GW2 deciding what the hell profession to play

influx · 22nd August 2012, 11:29 PM

I'm torn

was leaning towards elementalist because I like playing mages

but I looked at a thief video and it's AMAZING

I also like hitting stuff with swords

Asako · 22nd August 2012, 11:43 PM

I'm going to try a Ranger first. Tried Elementalist and Mesmer in the past couple stresstests, and dislike how squishy they are. Also tried Guardian and Thief, but not keen on melee, at least until I get a better handle on the controls and movement.

Since there is no level curve and it will take no time to cap, I'll probably do something like Ranger, Elementalist, Necromancer, Guardian and Mesmer. (assuming five char slots in launch).

influx · 23rd August 2012, 1:04 AM

I don't really know whats going on here but it looks awesome

Desert_Runner · 23rd August 2012, 8:53 AM

I played an ele in the BWE's and really enjoyed it. I had a quick go at a ranger in the recent stress test and liked that as well. I'd like to play an ele again so I can learn the rest of the game withouth having to worry about my character to much but I really don't know know. I also want to try a Guardian and Warrior.

Scroosh · 23rd August 2012, 9:07 AM

Engineer all the way.

It's all ranged stuff so the bad ping won't affect me as much as melee classes would.

Love all the gadets they use too - can't wait!

purehybrid · 23rd August 2012, 10:06 AM

wow i'm the only warrior

iinsom · 23rd August 2012, 11:45 AM

Ill be trying Ranger out first

Blackass · 23rd August 2012, 12:21 PM

I want to play Necromancer, I really do. So much about it appeals to me, but history shows pet classes always suffer. The pets never do enough damage and invariably personal damage is lower than a non pet class. The recent buff to pet damage confirms my concern. Elementalist gameplay looks generic but rock solid so will probably go with that.

Pinkeh · 23rd August 2012, 12:58 PM

no commando.

purehybrid · 23rd August 2012, 1:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackass

I want to play Necromancer, I really do. So much about it appeals to me, but history shows pet classes always suffer. The pets never do enough damage and invariably personal damage is lower than a non pet class. The recent buff to pet damage confirms my concern. Elementalist gameplay looks generic but rock solid so will probably go with that.

Pet damage issues in mmo's has, in my experience, always been directly linked to lack of scaling. Given gw2's approach to spvp, I highly doubt this would be an issue.

rap · 23rd August 2012, 2:05 PM

Was tempted to go Necro, but I've never played an archetypal Rogue class before, so I might try a dual daggers thief.

Though I generally default to a healing class, so Engineer with the med kit and healing turret might be the way to go

Beaistheman · 23rd August 2012, 2:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rap

Was tempted to go Necro, but I've never played an archetypal Rogue class before, so I might try a dual daggers thief.

Though I generally default to a healing class, so Engineer with the med kit and healing turret might be the way to go

peeps, u should have closer look at the necro skills. Its not your run of the mill necro. It has no more pets than the hunter and it has some awesome builds people have used already. Very solid class (but then again, i think theyre all very solid)

Bane2 · 23rd August 2012, 2:42 PM

I love the Guardian class, can wield a big two handed sword or hammer, set people on fire and buff or heal your team mates.

You get to do a a bit of everything.

Pinkeh · 23rd August 2012, 2:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bane2

I love the Guardian class, can wield a big two handed sword or hammer, set people on fire and buff or heal your team mates.

You get to do a a bit of everything.

Except snipe a warrior off the top of a keep

mpayne · 23rd August 2012, 3:14 PM

iam goign to play a warrior
never really care for magic class i just want to swing around a big axe( which is a shame since there appears to be no 2h axes in this game)

View Poll Results: what class will you play first
engineer	16	13.56%
necromancer	14	11.86%
thief	15	12.71%
elementalist	11	9.32%
warrior	10	8.47%
ranger	16	13.56%
mesmer	7	5.93%
guardian	18	15.25%
comedy wow option	11	9.32%
Voters: 118. You may not vote on this poll

22nd August 2012, 11:29 PM	#1
influx Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Subiaco Posts: 13,002	deciding what the hell profession to play I'm torn was leaning towards elementalist because I like playing mages but I looked at a thief video and it's AMAZING I also like hitting stuff with swords

23rd August 2012, 10:06 AM	#6
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23rd August 2012, 12:21 PM	#8
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22nd August 2012, 11:43 PM	#2
Asako Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 972	I'm going to try a Ranger first. Tried Elementalist and Mesmer in the past couple stresstests, and dislike how squishy they are. Also tried Guardian and Thief, but not keen on melee, at least until I get a better handle on the controls and movement. Since there is no level curve and it will take no time to cap, I'll probably do something like Ranger, Elementalist, Necromancer, Guardian and Mesmer. (assuming five char slots in launch).

23rd August 2012, 1:04 AM	#3
influx Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Subiaco Posts: 13,002	I don't really know whats going on here but it looks awesome

23rd August 2012, 9:07 AM	#5
Scroosh Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 752	Engineer all the way. It's all ranged stuff so the bad ping won't affect me as much as melee classes would. Love all the gadets they use too - can't wait!

23rd August 2012, 12:58 PM	#9
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23rd August 2012, 2:05 PM	#11
rap Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Booragoon, Perth Posts: 262	Was tempted to go Necro, but I've never played an archetypal Rogue class before, so I might try a dual daggers thief. Though I generally default to a healing class, so Engineer with the med kit and healing turret might be the way to go

23rd August 2012, 2:42 PM	#13
Bane2 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 135	I love the Guardian class, can wield a big two handed sword or hammer, set people on fire and buff or heal your team mates. You get to do a a bit of everything.

23rd August 2012, 3:14 PM	#15
mpayne Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 493	iam goign to play a warrior never really care for magic class i just want to swing around a big axe( which is a shame since there appears to be no 2h axes in this game)