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Firebrand
Condition Duelist

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

Difficulty MediumRating 5/5Mode PvPReviewed August 13, 2026

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Firebrand archiveChoose a build variation17 total builds
Condition pressureCondition DuelistMedium difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Group sustainSupportHard difficulty · 4/5 rating
Published Aug 08, 2026Reviewed August 13, 2026PvP · July 20, 2026 balanceExpansion required Path of Fire
Verification levelCross-referenced build templateMetaBattleHardstuck

This mode and role variation combines cited community guidance with House of Dragonz testing. Treat it as a maintained recommendation, not a verbatim copy of one external build.

  • Structured PvP uses its own amulet, rune, relic, and sigil template.
  • Track enemy stun breaks and defensive cooldowns before committing the main sequence.
Traits & skillsRotation guideEquipmentRotationGuardian builds
Build difficultyMedium

Pros +

  • High burning pressure
  • Useful encounter flex tools
  • Strong close-range cleave
  • Carrion equipment profile
  • PvP ready

Cons −

  • Requires page discipline
  • Damage drops when targets leave melee
  • Timing still affects performance
AttributesCarrion profile
Power1,507Toughness1,320Vitality1,996Precision1,452Critical Chance26.52%Ferocity0Critical Damage150%Condition Damage1,927Healing Power0Expertise823Concentration601Condition Duration40.06%

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Loadout

Gear

Condition-focused competitive equipment · Control runes · Pressure sigils. 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 focusCondition pressure, sustain, cover conditions, and point control
UpgradeSelection
Superior Rune of the Necromancer (PvP)Superior Rune of the Necromancer (PvP)(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +35 Vitality(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +65 Vitality(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: MaliceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● PvP equipmentSuperior Rune of the Necromancer (PvP)One PvP rune activates the complete rune bonus.
ItemSelection
Carrion AmuletCarrion Amulet+1,000 Condition Damage+1,000 Power+500 Vitality+500 PrecisionExoticPvP AmuletType: Structured PvP attributesPvP equipmentCarrion AmuletDetermines the majority of this build's attributes.
Relic of the FractalRelic of the FractalSustained bleeding applications add additional damaging conditions.ExoticRelicType: PvP combat effectPvP equipmentRelic of the FractalSustained bleeding applications add additional damaging conditions.
WeaponsSigils
Primary weapon set
AxeTorchAxe + TorchSuperior Sigil of DoomSuperior Sigil of DoomPoison your next attack after swapping weapons.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: MaliceDouble-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 equipmentSuperior Sigil of ConfusionSuperior Sigil of ConfusionImprove confusion application and pressure.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: MaliceDouble-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
PistolPistolPistol + PistolSuperior Sigil of DoomSuperior Sigil of DoomPoison your next attack after swapping weapons.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: MaliceDouble-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 equipmentSuperior Sigil of ConfusionSuperior Sigil of ConfusionImprove confusion application and pressure.ExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: MaliceDouble-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

Combat configuration

Traits & Skills

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Skill bar

Recommended setupPvP · Condition Duelist

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Use Mantra of Potence after the condition stack is established, then place Mantra of Liberation inside the longest safe damage window. Keep Mantra of Flame for recovery.

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Selected skill reference

  • Mantra of FlameHeal
  • Mantra of PotenceUtility
  • Tome of JusticeUtility
  • Mantra of SolaceUtility
  • Mantra of LoreUtility
  • Mantra of TruthUtility
  • Mantra of LiberationElite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopPvP
Weapon planAAxe + TorchBPistol + Pistol
  1. 01SetupRead enemy defenses

    Apply burning and Ashes of the Just before entering the main damage sequence.

    Mantra of Flame›Mantra of Potence›Tome of Justice    Track stun breaks
  2. 02CommitForce the decisive trade

    Spend Tome of Justice pages through the stable damage window, then return to weapon pressure while pages recover.

    Mantra of Potence›Tome of Justice›Mantra of Solace    Do not overextend
  3. 03ResetReset and rotate

    Hold utility pages if the encounter calls for a breakbar, reflect, stability, or an emergency cleanse.

    Tome of Justice›Mantra of Solace›Mantra of Lore    Return to a useful point
Return to step one when the main profession resource and weapon sequence are ready.