Build:E/any PvP Stone Sheath

Use Stone Sheath to turn squishies into hard-targets and support with the Earth Magic line.

Frequency
Used as a defensive midliner in split and flag push builds.

Attributes and Skills
[build prof=E/any earth=12+1+1 energy=12+1][Stone Sheath][Stoning][Obsidian Flame (PvP)][optional][optional][optional][Earth Attunement][Resurrection Signet][/build] Resurrection Signet can be dropped for an 8th skill in 8v8 builds.
 * At least two energy management options are recommended for the optional slots:
 * Glyph of Lesser Energy - most efficient energy management option
 * Eremite's Zeal - helps cover Earth Attunement; counters Wastrel's mesmers
 * Aura of Restoration - helps cover Earth Attunement; provides nonnegligible amount of healing for extra durability; lowest energy gain
 * Usage of snares depends on map - they tend to be stronger on maps with natural chokes (e.g. Corrupted Isle)
 * Grasping Earth
 * Ward Against Foes
 * Ebon Hawk

Equipment

 * Earth Wand of Memory, 20% cast time
 * Earth Focus of Aptitude, 20% recharge
 * Earth Wand of Memory, +15/-1 energy
 * Energy Storage Focus of Fortitude, +15/-1 energy
 * Adept Earth Staff of Enchanting, 20% cast time
 * Heavy Spear of Defense, +5 energy or 10% recharge or 10% cast time
 * Strength Shield of Fortitude, -20% cripple
 * Strength Shields of Fortitude, +10 armor vs each damage type

Usage

 * Maintain Earth Attunement and cover with optional energy management and Stone Sheath.
 * Use Stone Sheath as needed - on targets with death penalty or being trained, or offensively as spike damage or to set up weakness for Stoning.
 * Assist in spikes with Obsidian Flame.
 * Knock targets down on spikes with Stoning.

Counters

 * Enchantment removal - keeping Earth Attunement active is paramount.
 * Interrupts