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Mirage
Condition Roamer

Mirage condition roamer variation for WvW, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.

Difficulty MediumRating 5/5Mode WvW
Mirage archiveChoose a build variation15 total builds
Condition pressureCondition RoamerMedium difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Strike damageZerg DPSHard difficulty · 5/5 rating
Published Aug 08, 2026Reviewed August 8, 2026WvW · July 15, 2026 balanceExpansion required Path of Fire
Community 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.
Build difficultyMedium

Pros +

  • Excellent condition pressure
  • High evade uptime
  • Flexible repositioning
  • Trailblazer equipment profile
  • WvW ready

Cons −

  • Clone and dodge timing matter
  • Cleanse-heavy fights reduce pressure
  • Timing still affects performance
AttributesTrailblazer profile
Power1,507Toughness1,320Vitality1,996Precision1,452Critical Chance26.52%Ferocity0Critical Damage150%Condition Damage1,927Healing Power0Expertise823Concentration601Condition Duration40.06%

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.

ArmorStat & upgrade
Helm armorTrailblazer's Helm+54 Toughness+54 Condition Damage+30 Vitality+30 ExpertiseAscended · ArmorTrailblazer's Helm Superior Rune of the Trapper · 1/6Superior Rune of the Trapper(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +5% Condition Duration(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +10% Condition Duration(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Shoulders armorTrailblazer's Shoulders+40 Toughness+40 Condition Damage+22 Vitality+22 ExpertiseAscended · ArmorTrailblazer's Shoulders Superior Rune of the Trapper · 2/6Superior Rune of the Trapper(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +5% Condition Duration(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +10% Condition Duration(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Coat armorTrailblazer's Coat+121 Toughness+121 Condition Damage+67 Vitality+67 ExpertiseAscended · ArmorTrailblazer's Coat Superior Rune of the Trapper · 3/6Superior Rune of the Trapper(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +5% Condition Duration(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +10% Condition Duration(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Gloves armorTrailblazer's Gloves+40 Toughness+40 Condition Damage+22 Vitality+22 ExpertiseAscended · ArmorTrailblazer's Gloves Superior Rune of the Trapper · 4/6Superior Rune of the Trapper(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +5% Condition Duration(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +10% Condition Duration(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Leggings armorTrailblazer's Leggings+81 Toughness+81 Condition Damage+44 Vitality+44 ExpertiseAscended · ArmorTrailblazer's Leggings Superior Rune of the Trapper · 5/6Superior Rune of the Trapper(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +5% Condition Duration(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +10% Condition Duration(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Boots armorTrailblazer's Boots+40 Toughness+40 Condition Damage+22 Vitality+22 ExpertiseAscended · ArmorTrailblazer's Boots Superior Rune of the Trapper · 6/6Superior Rune of the Trapper(1): +25 Condition Damage(2): +5% Condition Duration(3): +50 Condition Damage(4): +10% Condition Duration(5): +100 Condition Damage(6): +125 Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
ItemStat
Trailblazer's BackpieceTrailblazer's Backpiece+52 Toughness+52 Condition Damage+28 Vitality+28 ExpertiseAd InfinitumAccount BoundAscended · BackpieceTrailblazer's Backpiece
Trailblazer's AccessoryTrailblazer's Accessory+92 Toughness+92 Condition Damage+49 Vitality+49 ExpertiseBlack Ice EarringAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryTrailblazer's Accessory
Trailblazer's AccessoryTrailblazer's Accessory+92 Toughness+92 Condition Damage+49 Vitality+49 ExpertiseSparking Petrified WoodAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryTrailblazer's Accessory
Trailblazer's AmuletTrailblazer's Amulet+133 Toughness+133 Condition Damage+71 Vitality+71 ExpertiseBlood Ruby PendantAccount BoundAscended · AmuletTrailblazer's Amulet
Trailblazer's RingTrailblazer's Ring+106 Toughness+106 Condition Damage+56 Vitality+56 ExpertiseBlack Ice BandAccount BoundAscended · RingTrailblazer's Ring
Trailblazer's RingTrailblazer's Ring+106 Toughness+106 Condition Damage+56 Vitality+56 ExpertiseBlood Ruby BandAccount BoundAscended · RingTrailblazer's Ring
Relic of the FractalRelic of the FractalApplying enough bleeding stacks inflicts additional damaging conditions.ExoticRelicType: Combat relicRequired Level: 60Account BoundRelic of the Fractal Relic
Weapons & extrasSelection
Primary weapon set
StaffTrailblazer's Staff+210 Toughness+210 Condition Damage+112 Vitality+112 ExpertiseAscended · Two-Handed WeaponTrailblazer's Staff Two-Handed Superior Sigil of BurstingSuperior Sigil of Bursting+5% Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Secondary weapon set
AxeTrailblazer's Axe+105 Toughness+105 Condition Damage+56 Vitality+56 ExpertiseAscended · Main Hand WeaponTrailblazer's Axe Main Hand Superior Sigil of BurstingSuperior Sigil of Bursting+5% Condition DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
TorchTrailblazer's Torch+105 Toughness+105 Condition Damage+56 Vitality+56 ExpertiseAscended · Off Hand WeaponTrailblazer's Torch Off Hand Superior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove 3 conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.Cooldown: 9 secondsExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: ControlDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound2 silver · 16 copper
Other items
Agony infusionMalign WvW Infusion+5 Condition Damage · +1% damage to guardsEquipped quantity: 18AscendedUpgrade ComponentType: InfusionRequired Level: 80Account BoundInfusions ×18Malign WvW Infusion
Salsa-Topped Veggie FlatbreadSalsa-Topped Veggie Flatbread+100 Expertise+70 Condition DamageAscendedConsumableType: Food · NourishmentRequired Level: 80Account BoundFoodSalsa-Topped Veggie Flatbread
Master Tuning CrystalMaster Tuning CrystalGain Condition Damage equal to 3% of PrecisionGain Condition Damage equal to 8% of ExpertiseAscendedConsumableType: Utility · EnhancementRequired Level: 80Account BoundUtilityMaster Tuning Crystal
Jade Bot CoreJade Bot Core: Tier 10+235 VitalityPower your jade bot and increase your character's vitality.ExoticJade Bot CoreType: Tier 10Required Level: 80Account BoundJade Bot CoreTier 10 · +235 Vitality

Combat configuration

Traits & Skills

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Skill bar

Recommended setupWvW · Condition Roamer

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Use Jaunt after the condition stack is established, then place Mirage skill 6 inside the longest safe damage window. Keep Mirage Cloak for recovery.

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Selected skill reference

  • Mirage CloakHeal
  • JauntUtility
  • The PrestigeUtility
  • Mirage skill 4Utility
  • Mirage skill 5Utility
  • Mirage skill 6Elite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopWvW
Weapon planAStaffBAxe + Torch
  1. 01SetupScout the engagement

    Create and maintain clones before the damage window, then use ambush attacks after dodge rather than spending endurance only for movement.

    Mirage CloakJauntThe Prestige
    Stay in commander range
  2. 02CommitPush on the call

    Refresh key conditions while the target is stable and use Jaunt to reposition without breaking pressure.

    JauntThe PrestigeMirage skill 4
    Respect reflects and stability
  3. 03ResetDisengage cleanly

    Save one evade or stealth response for mechanics, cleave, or an opponent's counterburst.

    The PrestigeMirage skill 4Mirage skill 5
    Leave before the counter-push
Return to step one when the main profession resource and weapon sequence are ready.