Archive:Me/D Mystic IW

The Me/D Mystic IW is a PvP build that uses Illusionary Weaponry to deal armor ignoring damage coupled with Dervish Earth and Wind prayers for increased attack rate and protection. High health regeneration and deterrents from Earth Prayers defend the IW Mesmer, while Wind Prayers allow the mesmer to attack 25% faster with a Sword or Axe and quickly heal.

Attributes and Skills
[build prof=mesme/dervi illusi=12+1+3 earthp=8 windpr=10 fastc=2][illusionary weaponry][whirling charge][dwaynas touch][veil of thorns][armor of sanctity][mystic regeneration][illusion of weakness][resurrection signet][/build]

Usage

 * Casting Illusion of Weakness at the start.
 * Before attacking, cast Illusionary Weaponry and Mystic Regeneration. Maintain these enchantments.
 * Heal with Dwayna's Touch.
 * When near to target, enter the Whirling Charge stance.
 * Use Veil of Thorns and Armor of Sanctity to deter attackers and boost defenses when under attack.

Equipment

 * Totem Axe, Rajazan's Fervor or nearest alternative
 * Forgotten Fan or focus of choice
 * Blessed Insignia's

Counters

 * Enchantment removal
 * Interruption of Illusionary Weaponry
 * Damage spikes
 * Energy denial

Variants

 * Armor of Sanctity can be replaced by Sympathetic Visage
 * Veil of Thorns or Armor of Sanctity can be replaced by Aura of Thorns to cripple your target
 * Lyssa's Haste can be useful to boost speed and help energy management
 * Distortion can be used during the Whirling Charge cooldown time to help against melee.