Dear god I just tried this build and it's incredible. My only change is that since I have Sunrise I had to go GS instead of Scepter/Focus, still completely decimates. Thank you!!
On February 28th, 2022 the nerfbat swung and while this build was hit, it isn't that bad. The F1 Tome refresh changed from 100% to 20% on a kill. But you also regain pages as things die. So soloing a couple of tougher mobs is harder, but swarms are actually easier. Bosses are kinda a drag now.
I just boosted my Core Fireband and used your build to farm the HPs. This is a very timely video since I have the HPs to buy Firebrand plus Willbender now.
Another fast note for 20 February 2022. Fashion Warriors will want to take note that both the Phalanx and Primeval armor skin sets are currently available from the Black Lion Chest Merchant for 30 statuettes each. They've been up for a couple of months so they could be dropped any day now. Get 'em while they're hot.
@@MindOverMeta Don't get me wrong, if one does come for PvE side of things, it's welcomed. Because, I think we can all agree, it is long overdue. I would be surprised if one did come though. Necro and FB both have been "broken" for a very long time now. Cheers :)
@@Ham68229 From what has been said, they intend to rebalance Firebrand because right now in group content like fractals, strikes, and raids, if you have a choice between Firebrand and something else, people take the Firebrand because of how stupidly strong they are on DPS or healing while still being able to provide perma quickness along with loads of other options for stability, reflects, aegis, etc. Firebrand will be getting rebalanced so that it doesn't over-perform so heavily compared to everything else. Allowing multiple equivalent builds and options across different professions an equal chance of being used in group content. The balance patch will be in the summer, after they've had a few months to see how the nine new elite specs pan-out alongside the existing ones before rebalancing all the specs in one go.
Hi, should i use balthazar or traveler rune? I mainly do open world meta and fractal. I'm (not really) new to guild wars 2 and guardian is my first char, because i thought guardian was the paladin class, do the tanking, etc, but i guess not 😂.
Is this build viable to solo bounties and champions? Is it enough self-sustain? I’ve seen people run staff as secondary to get more heals off. You think that’s a good option?
@@MindOverMeta Well... I have been trying to figure out a way to convince him that he shouldn't hate his engineer and simply leave it exiled/parked at a quartz node. lol
Going to be honest. Ive tried a couple times over the past 6 monhs to make a power DH work. My results have been uneven. Not sure if it's me or the spec (probably me). It's something I have in the back of my mind but I have tried and come short a few times. With EoD comming I dont see myself trying again soon.
Most guide always be showing how they be doing damage but rarely explain the sustaining side like how to stay alive. As a new player, Im a bit confused on how people be taking damage without dying in the video as I always got instant deleted the moment my aegis and dodge roll is down. Healing couldn't keep up for some reason. Whichever I picked. Been spending alot of time in grey screen since I arrived in Verdant Brink. Close to giving up. Would love some tips on how to stay alive.
If you are struggling in HoT.... grab signet of courge on your elite... the passive heal is nice... but verdant brink is a kick in the head for us all.... the best course of action in vb is to take your lumps and play more agressively that you are used to. Kill them before they kill you... avoid pocket raptors. But really dont feel too bad or give up.... Verdant Brink humbles us all at first. It does get easier... I know personally when I first got there I even had to try an easier class than I was playing to get over.
@@MindOverMeta bahaha I do be playing more aggresive than usual after arriving here. Mostly fueled by rage after awhile. Rip my keyboard haha. Aye thanks for the tips :3 Spent 12 hours+ probably last night figuring out how to survive while also checking guides and stuff. I will give that signet a try again :3 I probably did something wrong.
I honestly hope Firebrand gets nerfed somewhat so that I could play it without falling asleep at the keyboard. I love it mechanically, but nothing is more boring than a jack of all trades, master of all...
I just decided to play Guild Wars 2 and I have been checking your build videos lately. Epic video and amazing Intro man , loved it :D thank you !
This build reignited my love for Gaurdian. Legit super fun build and very versatile. Super good in strikes and group formats. Thanks for this buddy
Dear god I just tried this build and it's incredible. My only change is that since I have Sunrise I had to go GS instead of Scepter/Focus, still completely decimates. Thank you!!
On February 28th, 2022 the nerfbat swung and while this build was hit, it isn't that bad. The F1 Tome refresh changed from 100% to 20% on a kill. But you also regain pages as things die. So soloing a couple of tougher mobs is harder, but swarms are actually easier. Bosses are kinda a drag now.
Bosses never procced the F! refresh without adds anyways
@@MindOverMeta Yes, but sometimes you get to kill trash for a refresh.
Dang you PUMPING out these videos big thumbs up!
Last one for a while, but glad you liked :))
Sick guide bro, thank you for your time and effort.
I just boosted my Core Fireband and used your build to farm the HPs. This is a very timely video since I have the HPs to buy Firebrand plus Willbender now.
I aim to please :)
I’ve been planning on running my DH into FB, and I wanna use your builds! Thanks for making so awesome builds
Glad you are enjoying :))
Another fast note for 20 February 2022. Fashion Warriors will want to take note that both the Phalanx and Primeval armor skin sets are currently available from the Black Lion Chest Merchant for 30 statuettes each. They've been up for a couple of months so they could be dropped any day now. Get 'em while they're hot.
Awesome I hadn't even been checking since I ran out of statuettes :)
Thanks!
THE INTRO 😭 Ridiculous but oh so true
I had to find a new way to say Firebrand OP
Love your builds. Keep up the excellent work!
:)) Thanks :)
Is this a Mobile Suit Gundam reference?!
Lucky for me I boosted my guardian and it came with full sets of celestial gear 😁
Oh nice... hope this works out for you :)
@@MindOverMeta thanks for the guide, can’t wait for willbender so I can be a flaming ninja.
@@Arkuza55 I am actually very excited for Willbender, probably more than any other. Flaming Ninjas unite.
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Great video, can i somehow run a guardian as a greatsword and a sword n'board?
just wondering what are the different professions/characters in the opening vid? Do you think you could playlist all vids from theses 2. episodes
Scrapper Tempest Firebrand Souldbeast waitresses deadeye holosmith scourge herald
Any ideas on what to spec into for leveling up to 80?
I have some trouble understanding all the tome 2 and 3 skills and the way they work together. Do you have a rotation for them I could use ?
Look at Snowcrows...not UA-cam comments.
As a mention, Anet have stated recently they intend to "tamp down" Firebrand a bit. So expect changes in the summer balance patch. :)
Long overdue
Yea but mainly for PvP not for PvE
@@Ham68229 be very surprised if we dont see a PvE snoot boop as well.
@@MindOverMeta Don't get me wrong, if one does come for PvE side of things, it's welcomed. Because, I think we can all agree, it is long overdue. I would be surprised if one did come though. Necro and FB both have been "broken" for a very long time now. Cheers :)
@@Ham68229 From what has been said, they intend to rebalance Firebrand because right now in group content like fractals, strikes, and raids, if you have a choice between Firebrand and something else, people take the Firebrand because of how stupidly strong they are on DPS or healing while still being able to provide perma quickness along with loads of other options for stability, reflects, aegis, etc.
Firebrand will be getting rebalanced so that it doesn't over-perform so heavily compared to everything else. Allowing multiple equivalent builds and options across different professions an equal chance of being used in group content. The balance patch will be in the summer, after they've had a few months to see how the nine new elite specs pan-out alongside the existing ones before rebalancing all the specs in one go.
Hi, should i use balthazar or traveler rune? I mainly do open world meta and fractal.
I'm (not really) new to guild wars 2 and guardian is my first char, because i thought guardian was the paladin class, do the tanking, etc, but i guess not 😂.
Is this build viable to solo bounties and champions? Is it enough self-sustain? I’ve seen people run staff as secondary to get more heals off. You think that’s a good option?
You released this video while I was explaining guardian leading into firebrand to my son.
Quick, telling me what I'll be playing next? lol
Marshalls Holosmith
@@MindOverMeta Well... I have been trying to figure out a way to convince him that he shouldn't hate his engineer and simply leave it exiled/parked at a quartz node. lol
@@gailbrookhart1777 Thats what my mesmers do ;)
could you use a dire set on this
What about Rune of the Traveler as an alternative?
balthazar over firebrand runes? or fireworks?
Fantastic build, way better than the meta ow celestial. It's smoother, easier do to damage and survivable.
Will you be making a Power Dragonhunter build too?
Going to be honest. Ive tried a couple times over the past 6 monhs to make a power DH work. My results have been uneven. Not sure if it's me or the spec (probably me). It's something I have in the back of my mind but I have tried and come short a few times. With EoD comming I dont see myself trying again soon.
Not having a stun break is silly
thanks for teh feedback
Most guide always be showing how they be doing damage but rarely explain the sustaining side like how to stay alive.
As a new player, Im a bit confused on how people be taking damage without dying in the video as I always got instant deleted the moment my aegis and dodge roll is down. Healing couldn't keep up for some reason. Whichever I picked.
Been spending alot of time in grey screen since I arrived in Verdant Brink. Close to giving up. Would love some tips on how to stay alive.
If you are struggling in HoT.... grab signet of courge on your elite... the passive heal is nice... but verdant brink is a kick in the head for us all.... the best course of action in vb is to take your lumps and play more agressively that you are used to. Kill them before they kill you... avoid pocket raptors.
But really dont feel too bad or give up.... Verdant Brink humbles us all at first. It does get easier... I know personally when I first got there I even had to try an easier class than I was playing to get over.
@@MindOverMeta bahaha I do be playing more aggresive than usual after arriving here. Mostly fueled by rage after awhile. Rip my keyboard haha.
Aye thanks for the tips :3 Spent 12 hours+ probably last night figuring out how to survive while also checking guides and stuff. I will give that signet a try again :3 I probably did something wrong.
I honestly hope Firebrand gets nerfed somewhat so that I could play it without falling asleep at the keyboard. I love it mechanically, but nothing is more boring than a jack of all trades, master of all...
Play something else. Don’t ruin the fun for others.