User:XiaQuin

Let's get started!
But first, a shameless plug! I'm also on Guild Wars Wiki. 

Now onto my builds. I pretty much use 4 characters, and dabble in a couple others: Ranger, Ritualist, Necromancer and Dervish. I'm only going to post my Ranger for now, since it's really the only one I feel is worth mentioning. 

The Terminator [build prof=R/Mo Marksmanship=12+2 Expertise=12+1+2 Healing Prayers=3][Lightning Reflexes][Glass Arrows][Asuran Scan][Needling Shot][Optional][Optional][Optional][Restore Life][/build]

Why yes, I know it's a lame name for it, and it is technically already posted under the "official" community-recognized/rated builds, BUT! I came upon this build with my own intuition. I didn't come here and look it up, or hear it from someone else, I thought of it myself. Within the 3 option slots I like to add 2 more PvE skills, depending on the task, and an interrupt or another attack. If I run Discord heroes, I fit conditions here.

Worth noting is that you can substitute Glass Arrows for Expert's Dexterity (and therefore could drop Lightning Reflexes, opening up another option). However even with +2 to Marksmanship, it will do considerably less damage. Just goes to show, +20 damage is a lot!

Also worth nothing is that you can substitute in other resurrection skills (or drop it). I just prefer to include a spot for a resurrection for completeness.



Moving on, I'd also like to point out that I have played and fully leveled every profession other than Paragon, some even multiple times. It would be impossible to post 8 other professions and what I like to use (ok, not impossible, just mind-boggling). I'll just nutshell the rest out:



Rt/any: Typical spirit spammer, both kinds. I prefer to run offensive turrets, but I do jump into party support when I need to. The other spells are really cool, but I'm not a very good manager, and like to stay simple.

N/Me Not much to say here, either. I run SS with supporting hexes, or MM. I should note that when I MM, I prefer to use Aura of the Lich. I've seen many MM opt for Flesh Golem, but I ask, why? The Golem is tough, no doubt, but Aura not only makes the job easier, but gives another +1 to Death Magic (+2 coming from Masochism initially), for a potential of 19 (wow!).

D/any As I said, I like to stay simple. Therefore, it's no surprise I like elite forms. But these aren't just simple, they are really helpful. Enchants I use include Aura of Thorns, Vital Boon, and Armor of Sanctity. Combining AoS with Conviction is so nice, you can go where Warriors dare and not worry.

Lesser Characters
I don't mean that these in any way are inferior professions, I mean lesser characters. As primary professions go, they just didn't grow on me much. These include Mesmer and Monk. While both are invaluable to the game, I found them to be somewhat of a burden to consider as "main" characters. Nevertheless! Here's what I enjoy doing if I partake:

Me/any: I prefer shutdown Domination and interrupts. Elites include Powerblock or, if I want to laugh, Symbols of Inspiration. I also find Illusion interesting, but the profession hasn't driven me enough to experiment further.

Mo/Me: I made one because I felt compelled to do what I thought only few do: actually support a full party. Well, with almost a carbon-copy of the standard Unyielding Aura Protection build, I can and do, too. It's the only Monk support I stand a chance at. I also smite, which consists of Ray of Judgment and a buffet of other skills not worth mentioning.

W/? I have returned to the Warrior after first playing around with one in my old days. This time, though, I grabbed tha hammah. It's very clunky, but effective. I plan on going Paragon for secondary to chuck spears and yell-talk about how great I am.

So that's it?
No, I didn't even get to my show tunes! Ok, so I won't be doing any numbers, actually, but yes that's about it. I really don't think what I do is all that complicated, and I stick to what I like once I find a groove I can jive with.

Ascalon Forever!