Build difficultyHard
Pros +
- High burning pressure
- Useful encounter flex tools
- Strong close-range cleave
- Berserker equipment profile
- WvW ready
Cons −
- Requires page discipline
- Damage drops when targets leave melee
- Precise execution required
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Firebrand
Zerg DPS
Firebrand zerg dps variation for WvW, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.
Difficulty HardRating 5/5Mode WvW
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Strike damageZerg DPSHard difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Group sustainSquad SupportHard difficulty · 4/5 ratingCommunity review layerCross-checked recommendationsMetaBattleHardstuck
- Roaming profiles value mobility and self-sustain; zerg profiles value commander timing and group utility.
- Swap food, cleansing, stability, and defensive tools to match squad size and enemy composition.
Power2,715Toughness1,180Vitality1,645Precision2,165Critical Chance72.52%Ferocity1,390Critical Damage242.66%Condition Damage0Healing Power0Expertise0Concentration0Boon Duration0.00%
Loadout
Gear
Marauder or Berserker equipment · Pack or Durability runes · Cleansing flex sigil. This loadout is arranged by equipment group so every stat, upgrade, and weapon set is easy to scan.
ArmorStat & upgrade
Berserker's Helm+63 Power+45 Precision+45 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Helm
Superior Rune of the Pack · 1/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Precision
Berserker's Shoulders+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Shoulders Superior Rune of the Pack · 2/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Precision
Berserker's Coat+141 Power+101 Precision+101 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Coat Superior Rune of the Pack · 3/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Precision
Berserker's Gloves+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Gloves Superior Rune of the Pack · 4/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Precision
Berserker's Leggings+94 Power+67 Precision+67 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Leggings Superior Rune of the Pack · 5/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Precision
Berserker's Boots+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Boots Superior Rune of the Pack · 6/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionItemStat
Berserker's Backpiece+63 Power+40 Precision+40 FerocityAd InfinitumAccount BoundAscended · BackpieceBerserker's Backpiece
Berserker's Accessory+110 Power+74 Precision+74 FerocityBlack Ice EarringAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryBerserker's Accessory
Berserker's Accessory+110 Power+74 Precision+74 FerocitySparking Petrified WoodAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryBerserker's Accessory
Berserker's Amulet+157 Power+108 Precision+108 FerocityBlood Ruby PendantAccount BoundAscended · AmuletBerserker's Amulet
Berserker's Ring+126 Power+85 Precision+85 FerocityBlack Ice BandAccount BoundAscended · RingBerserker's Ring
Berserker's Ring+126 Power+85 Precision+85 FerocityBlood Ruby BandAccount BoundAscended · RingBerserker's Ring
Relic of FireworksUsing a weapon skill with a long recharge grants boons and increased damage.Relic of Fireworks RelicWeapons & extrasSelection
Primary weapon set
Berserker's Axe+125 Power+90 Precision+90 FerocityAscended · Main Hand WeaponBerserker's Axe Main Hand
Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% Damage
Berserker's Torch+125 Power+90 Precision+90 FerocityAscended · Off Hand WeaponBerserker's Torch Off Hand
Superior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove 3 conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.Cooldown: 9 secondsSecondary weapon set
Berserker's Pistol+125 Power+90 Precision+90 FerocityAscended · Main Hand WeaponBerserker's Pistol Main Hand Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageBerserker's Pistol+125 Power+90 Precision+90 FerocityAscended · Off Hand WeaponBerserker's Pistol Off Hand Superior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove 3 conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.Cooldown: 9 secondsOther items
Mighty WvW Infusion+5 Power · +1% damage to guardsEquipped quantity: 18Infusions ×18Mighty WvW Infusion
Bowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup+100 Power+70 FerocityFoodBowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup
Superior Sharpening StoneGain Power equal to 3% of PrecisionGain Power equal to 6% of FerocityUtilitySuperior Sharpening Stone
Jade Bot Core: Tier 10+235 VitalityJade Bot CoreTier 10 · +235 VitalityCombat configuration
Traits & Skills
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Skill notes
Encounter setup
Place Mantra of Flame inside the main burst window and follow with Mantra of Liberation when the target is stable. Keep Mantra of Solace available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.
Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.Selected skill reference
Mantra of SolaceHeal
Mantra of FlameUtility
Mantra of PotenceUtility
Mantra of LoreUtility
Mantra of TruthUtility
Mantra of LiberationElite
Combat execution
Rotation & Field Notes
Weapon planAAxe + TorchBPistol + Pistol
- 01SetupScout the engagement
Apply burning and Ashes of the Just before entering the main damage sequence.
››Stay in commander range - 02CommitPush on the call
Spend Tome of Justice pages through the stable damage window, then return to weapon pressure while pages recover.
››Respect reflects and stability - 03ResetDisengage cleanly
Hold utility pages if the encounter calls for a breakbar, reflect, stability, or an emergency cleanse.
››Leave before the counter-push