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Firebrand
Support

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

Difficulty HardRating 4/5Mode PvPReviewed August 13, 2026

Maintained and reviewed by House of Dragonz against current mode guidance and community references. How we review builds →

Firebrand archiveChoose a build variation17 total builds
Condition pressureCondition DuelistMedium difficulty · 5/5 rating
Group sustainSupportHard difficulty · 4/5 ratingCurrent
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 difficultyHard

Pros +

  • Exceptional boon and stability coverage
  • Flexible emergency healing
  • Strong encounter utility
  • Minstrel equipment profile
  • PvP ready

Cons −

  • Page management matters
  • Incorrect tome timing can leave the group exposed
  • Precise execution required
AttributesMinstrel profile
Power1,420Toughness1,180Vitality1,995Precision1,210Critical Chance20.00%Ferocity0Critical Damage150%Condition Damage0Healing Power1,825Expertise0Concentration1,320Boon Duration88.00%

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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
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 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 equipmentSuperior 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
Secondary weapon set
AxeShieldAxe + ShieldSuperior 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 equipmentSuperior 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

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Recommended setupPvP · Support

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Open with Mantra of Solace available, use Mantra of Potence for the group's immediate need, and reserve Mantra of Liberation for the most dangerous pvp pressure.

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Selected skill reference

  • Mantra of SolaceHeal
  • Mantra of PotenceUtility
  • Tome of CourageUtility
  • Mantra of FlameUtility
  • Mantra of LoreUtility
  • Mantra of TruthUtility
  • Mantra of LiberationElite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopPvP
Weapon planAStaffBAxe + Shield
  1. 01SetupRead the team fight

    Open with the boons your subgroup needs, then refill them before their duration becomes unsafe.

    Mantra of Solace›Mantra of Potence›Tome of Courage    Track stun breaks
  2. 02CommitProtect the winning trade

    Use tome pages deliberately: Justice for pressure, Resolve for recovery, and Courage for stability or aegis.

    Mantra of Potence›Tome of Courage›Mantra of Flame    Do not overextend
  3. 03ResetRotate before the collapse

    Keep one page-based answer ready for the next mechanic instead of spending every page during a safe phase.

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