Build difficultyHard
Pros +
- Flexible boon coverage
- Strong defensive support
- Useful light-field utility
- Minstrel equipment profile
- PvP ready
Cons −
- Forge timing controls uptime
- Support value needs close group positioning
- Precise execution required
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Luminary
Support
Luminary 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
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Strike damageTeamfighterHard difficulty · 5/5 rating
Group sustainSupportHard difficulty · 4/5 ratingCurrent
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.
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
Superior Rune of the Dolyak (PvP)(1): +25 Toughness(2): +35 Vitality(3): +50 Toughness(4): +65 Vitality(5): +100 Toughness(6): +125 ToughnessSuperior Rune of the Dolyak (PvP)One PvP rune activates the complete rune bonus.
Avatar Amulet+1,000 Power+1,000 Healing Power+500 Vitality+500 PrecisionAvatar AmuletDetermines the majority of this build's attributes.
Relic of the TrooperUsing a shout removes conditions from nearby allies.Relic of the TrooperUsing a shout removes conditions from nearby allies.Primary weapon set
Spear
Superior Sigil of TransferenceSuperior Sigil of TransferenceIncrease outgoing healing to allied targets.
Superior Sigil of EnergySuperior Sigil of EnergyGain endurance when swapping to this weapon in combat.Secondary weapon set
StaffSuperior Sigil of TransferenceSuperior Sigil of TransferenceIncrease outgoing healing to allied targets.
Superior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.Combat configuration
Traits & Skills
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Skill notes
Encounter setup
Open with Resolute Stance available, use Stalwart Stance for the group's immediate need, and reserve Daring Advance for the most dangerous pvp pressure.
Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.Selected skill reference
Resolute StanceHeal
Stalwart StanceUtility
Valorous StanceUtility
Effulgent StanceUtility
Piercing StanceUtility
Daring AdvanceElite
Combat execution
Rotation & Field Notes
Weapon planASpearBStaff
- 01SetupRead the team fight
Establish the subgroup's defensive boons before entering Radiant Forge, then use its pulses to cover the planned pressure window.
››Track stun breaks - 02CommitProtect the winning trade
Cycle radiant weapons to refresh their matching support effects without leaving the group exposed between them.
››Do not overextend - 03ResetRotate before the collapse
Keep a stance or virtue response ready for a forced movement or recovery mechanic.
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