User:Guild of Deals/PvE IW

The PvE Illusion Assault uses 6 Illusionary Weaponry Mesmers and 2 Monks. The ability to be highly offensive and highly defensive at the same time gives Illusionary Weaponry an edge over most teams.

Illusionary Assaulters

 * /: IW Slasher
 * /: IW Dervish
 * /: IW Assassin
 * /: IW Ritualist
 * /: IW Paragon
 * /Any: IW Optional

The Monks

 * /: Healer's Boon Monk
 * /: Prot Monk

IW Slasher
[build prof=Mesmer/Warrior IllusionMagic=12+1+3 Tactics=12][Illusionary Weaponry][Flurry][Deflect Arrows] [Disciplined Stance][Deadly Riposte][Healing Signet][Illusion of Weakness][Sunspear Rebirth Signet][/build]

IW Dervish
[build prof=Mesmer/Dervish IllusionMagic=12+1+3 WindPrayers=10 EarthPrayers=8][Illusionary Weaponry][Whirling Charge][Dwayna's Touch] [Conviction][Featherfoot Grace][Mystic Regeneration][Illusion of Weakness][Sunspear Rebirth Signet][/build]

IW Assassin
[build prof=Mesmer/Assassin IllusionMagic=12+1+3 ShadowArts=9 DaggerMastery=9 DeadlyArts=2][Illusionary Weaponry][Deadly Paradox][Feigned Neutrality] [Heart of Shadow][Death's Charge][Smoke Powder Defense][Illusion of Weakness][Sunspear Rebirth Signet][/build]

IW Ritualist
[build prof=Mesmer/Ritualist IllusionMagic=12+1+3 RestorationMagic=10 ChanneleingMagic=8][Illusionary Weaponry][Weapon of Aggression][Wielder's Boon] [Recovery][Life][Optional][Optional][Death Pact Signet][/build]

IW Paragon
[build prof=Mesmer/Paragon IllusionMagic=12+1+3 Command=9 Motivation=9][Illusionary Weaponry][Drunken Master]["Stand Your Ground!"] ["Never Give Up!"]["Never Surrender!"][Leader's Zeal][Ballad of Restoration][Sunspear Rebirth Signet][/build]

IW Optional

 * This slot is used for the Optional IW Mesmer of your choice. You can choose from one of the above, or do one of these:
 * Bunny Slasher /
 * IW Tank /

Healer's Boon Monk
[build prof=Monk/Elementalist HealingPrayers=12+1+1 DivineFavor=12+1][Dwayna's Kiss][Ethereal Light][Signet of Rejuvenation] [Heal Party][Healing Breeze][Glyph of Lesser Energy][Healer's Boon][Resurrection Chant][/build]

Prot Monk
[build prof=Monk/Elementalist ProtectionPrayers=12+1+3 DivineFavor=10+1 HealingPrayers=8+1][Optional][Aegis][Glyph of Lesser Energy] [Dismiss Condition][Cure Hex][Gift of Health][Shield of Absorption][Rebirth][/build]


 * The Optional is either Zealous Benediction or Shield of Regeneration

Game Play

 * Let the Mesmers take the offensive
 * Let the Monks heal
 * The Ritualist and Paragon Mesmers will support the entire party
 * The Assassin, Dervish, and Slasher will be taking the most offensive roles
 * All party members have resurrects, so make sure not to all try to resurrect one player
 * If you have alcohol, bring it. With any character with Drunken Master, being drunk can pump up the IAS to any IW Mesmer

Counters

 * ENCHANTMENT REMOVAL!: This can slaughter your entire team. Illusionary Weaponry is the only offense you have, so make sure to cover it if you can. Mirror of Disenchantment especially can be hard.
 * Monks dying: This isn't a major counter, as all the IW Mesmers have self heals and are supportive. However, they cannot be supportive enough to destory a large mob without Monks.

Variants (for all)

 * All IW Mesmers can bring Signet of Clumsiness. The no energy cost, decent damage, quick activation, and usefulness in frontline battle make it a nice choice.
 * If an IW Mesmer doesn't have an IAS, bring Drunken Master
 * For the IW Slasher, consider bringing "Shields Up!" for more party support
 * For the IW Slasher again, consider bringing Signet of Stamina for more health
 * For the IW Assassin, consider bringing Viper's Defense instead of Heart of Shadow
 * The IW Ritualist's Optionals can be other heals, Bloodsong, and/or Essence Strike