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Tempest
Support

Tempest support variation for PvP, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.

Difficulty HardRating 4/5Mode PvP
Tempest archiveChoose a build variation19 total builds
Strike damageTeamfighterHard difficulty · 5/5 rating
Group sustainSupportHard difficulty · 4/5 ratingCurrent
Published Aug 08, 2026Reviewed August 8, 2026PvP · August 2026 review balanceExpansion required Heart of Thorns
Community review layerCross-checked recommendationsHardstuck
  • Structured PvP uses its own amulet, rune, relic, and sigil template.
  • Track enemy stun breaks and defensive cooldowns before committing the main sequence.
Build templateDPS reportEquipmentBuildRotationElementalist builds
Build difficultyHard

Pros +

  • Excellent healing and boon coverage
  • Strong aura support
  • Reliable cleanses and control
  • Minstrel equipment profile
  • PvP ready

Cons −

  • Overloads are interruptible
  • Support range and attunement timing matter
  • Precise execution required
AttributesMinstrel profile
Power1,420Toughness1,180Vitality1,995Precision1,210Critical Chance20.00%Ferocity0Critical Damage150%Condition Damage0Healing Power1,825Expertise0Concentration1,320Boon Duration88.00%

Loadout

Gear

Defensive competitive equipment · Cleansing and sustain upgrades. This loadout is arranged by equipment group so every stat, upgrade, and weapon set is easy to scan.

Structured PvP equipmentPvE armor stats, trinkets, infusions, food, and Jade Bot bonuses are disabled. This standardized PvP template controls the build.
Conquest focusTeamfight healing, cleansing, defensive boons, and revive control
UpgradeSelection
Superior Rune of the Dolyak (PvP)Superior Rune of the Dolyak (PvP)(1): +25 Toughness(2): +35 Vitality(3): +50 Toughness(4): +65 Vitality(5): +100 Toughness(6): +125 ToughnessExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: LifeDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● PvP equipmentSuperior Rune of the Dolyak (PvP)One PvP rune activates the complete rune bonus.
ItemSelection
Avatar AmuletAvatar Amulet+1,000 Power+1,000 Healing Power+500 Vitality+500 PrecisionExoticPvP AmuletType: Structured PvP attributesPvP equipmentAvatar AmuletDetermines the majority of this build's attributes.
Relic of the TrooperRelic of the TrooperUsing a shout removes conditions from nearby allies.ExoticRelicType: PvP combat effectPvP equipmentRelic of the TrooperUsing a shout removes conditions from nearby allies.
WeaponsSigils
Primary weapon set
DaggerWarhornDagger + WarhornSuperior Sigil of TransferenceSuperior Sigil of TransferenceIncrease outgoing healing to allied targets.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: ControlDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● PvP equipmentSuperior Sigil of EnergySuperior Sigil of EnergyGain endurance when swapping to this weapon in combat.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● PvP equipment
Secondary weapon set
StaffStaffSuperior Sigil of TransferenceSuperior Sigil of TransferenceIncrease outgoing healing to allied targets.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: ControlDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● PvP equipmentSuperior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: ControlDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● PvP equipment

Combat configuration

Traits & Skills

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Skill bar

Recommended setupPvP · Support

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Open with Overload Water available, use Overload Air for the group's immediate need, and reserve Tempest skill 6 for the most dangerous pvp pressure.

Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.

Selected skill reference

  • Overload WaterHeal
  • Overload AirUtility
  • Glyph of Lesser ElementalsUtility
  • Tempest skill 4Utility
  • Tempest skill 5Utility
  • Tempest skill 6Elite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopPvP
Weapon planADagger + WarhornBStaff
  1. 01SetupRead the team fight

    Maintain boons with short attunement visits, then begin an overload only when the group can stay in its radius.

    Overload Water›Overload Air›Glyph of Lesser Elementals    Track stun breaks
  2. 02CommitProtect the winning trade

    Use Water and Earth answers before heavy pressure lands; do not wait until the subgroup is already separated.

    Overload Air›Glyph of Lesser Elementals›Tempest skill 4    Do not overextend
  3. 03ResetRotate before the collapse

    Hold an aura share, cleanse, or stability answer for the next mechanic instead of overloading every attunement on cooldown.

    Glyph of Lesser Elementals›Tempest skill 4›Tempest skill 5    Return to a useful point
Return to step one when the main profession resource and weapon sequence are ready.