Build difficultyMedium
Pros +
- Strong burst conversion
- Flexible clone utility
- Good defensive options
- Berserker equipment profile
- Strikes ready
Cons −
- Resource setup takes time
- Burst is weaker during forced movement
- Timing still affects performance
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Troubadour
Power DPS
Troubadour power dps variation for Strikes, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.
Difficulty MediumRating 5/5Mode Strikes
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Strike damagePower DPSMedium difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Condition pressureCondition DPSMedium difficulty · 5/5 ratingGroup sustainBoon SupportHard difficulty · 5/5 ratingGroup sustainHeal SupportEasy difficulty · 4/5 ratingCommunity review layerCross-checked recommendationsHardstuckSnow Crows
- Use the raid equipment baseline, then flex stability, projectile defense, or extra crowd control for the encounter.
- Hold long cooldowns through forced movement and commit when the boss becomes targetable and stable.
Power2,715Toughness1,000Vitality1,000Precision2,165Critical Chance72.52%Ferocity1,390Critical Damage242.66%Condition Damage0Healing Power0Expertise0Concentration0Boon Duration0.00%
Loadout
Gear
Berserker equipment · Scholar runes · Force and Impact sigils. 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 Scholar · 1/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Ferocity
Berserker's Shoulders+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Shoulders Superior Rune of the Scholar · 2/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Ferocity
Berserker's Coat+141 Power+101 Precision+101 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Coat Superior Rune of the Scholar · 3/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Ferocity
Berserker's Gloves+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Gloves Superior Rune of the Scholar · 4/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Ferocity
Berserker's Leggings+94 Power+67 Precision+67 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Leggings Superior Rune of the Scholar · 5/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 Ferocity
Berserker's Boots+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Boots Superior Rune of the Scholar · 6/6Superior Rune of the Scholar(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Ferocity(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Ferocity(5): +100 Power(6): +125 FerocityItemStat
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 the ThiefIncrease strike damage after using a skill with a recharge.Relic of the Thief RelicWeapons & extrasSelection
Primary weapon set
Berserker's Spear+251 Power+179 Precision+179 FerocityAscended · Two-Handed WeaponBerserker's Spear Two-Handed
Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageSecondary weapon set
Berserker's Greatsword+251 Power+179 Precision+179 FerocityAscended · Two-Handed WeaponBerserker's Greatsword Two-Handed Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageOther items
Mighty +9 Agony Infusion+5 Power · +9 Agony ResistanceEquipped quantity: 18Infusions ×18Mighty +9 Agony Infusion
Bowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup+100 Power+70 Ferocity+10% Experience from KillsFoodBowl 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 Crescendo inside the main burst window and follow with Troubadour skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Resonant Chorus available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.
Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.Selected skill reference
Resonant ChorusHeal- CrescendoUtility
- Veil of RefrainsUtility
- Troubadour skill 4Utility
- Troubadour skill 5Utility
- Troubadour skill 6Elite
Combat execution
Rotation & Field Notes
Weapon planASpearBGreatsword
- 01SetupSet up before movement
Build notes before the burst, then use Crescendo to convert them into the highest-value damage sequence.
››Watch for forced movement - 02CommitCommit on the stable target
Maintain clones and weapon pressure while waiting for the target's stable phase.
››Commit only on a stable boss - 03ResetSave value through mechanics
Save Veil of Refrains for defense or a clean disengage after the main sequence.
››Keep an answer for pressure