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Virtuoso
Power DPS

Virtuoso power dps variation for Open World, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.

Difficulty MediumRating 5/5Mode Open World
Virtuoso archiveChoose a build variation12 total builds
Strike damagePower DPSMedium difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Condition pressureCondition DPSMedium difficulty · 5/5 rating
Published Aug 08, 2026Reviewed August 8, 2026Open World · June 2, 2026 balanceExpansion required End of Dragons
Community review layerCross-checked recommendationsMetaBattleHardstuck
  • Prioritize self-boons and reliable sustain over benchmark-only damage.
  • Keep a stun break or defensive utility available for solo champions and event pressure.
Build templateDPS reportEquipmentBuildRotationMesmer builds
Build difficultyMedium

Pros +

  • Reliable ranged damage
  • Simple blade resource flow
  • Useful defensive shatters
  • Berserker equipment profile
  • Open World ready

Cons −

  • Blades can be wasted on target movement
  • Needs clear line of sight
  • Timing still affects performance
AttributesBerserker profile
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
Helm armorBerserker'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 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 65 copper
Shoulders armorBerserker'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 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 65 copper
Coat armorBerserker'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 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 65 copper
Gloves armorBerserker'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 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 65 copper
Leggings armorBerserker'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 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 65 copper
Boots armorBerserker'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 FerocityExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: BrillianceDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 65 copper
ItemStat
Berserker's BackpieceBerserker's Backpiece+63 Power+40 Precision+40 FerocityAd InfinitumAccount BoundAscended · BackpieceBerserker's Backpiece
Berserker's AccessoryBerserker's Accessory+110 Power+74 Precision+74 FerocityBlack Ice EarringAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryBerserker's Accessory
Berserker's AccessoryBerserker's Accessory+110 Power+74 Precision+74 FerocitySparking Petrified WoodAccount BoundAscended · AccessoryBerserker's Accessory
Berserker's AmuletBerserker's Amulet+157 Power+108 Precision+108 FerocityBlood Ruby PendantAccount BoundAscended · AmuletBerserker's Amulet
Berserker's RingBerserker's Ring+126 Power+85 Precision+85 FerocityBlack Ice BandAccount BoundAscended · RingBerserker's Ring
Berserker's RingBerserker's Ring+126 Power+85 Precision+85 FerocityBlood Ruby BandAccount BoundAscended · RingBerserker's Ring
Relic of the ThiefRelic of the ThiefIncrease strike damage after using a skill with a recharge.ExoticRelicType: Combat relicRequired Level: 60Account BoundRelic of the Thief Relic
Weapons & extrasSelection
Primary weapon set
SpearBerserker's Spear+251 Power+179 Precision+179 FerocityAscended · Two-Handed WeaponBerserker's Spear Two-Handed Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Secondary weapon set
GreatswordBerserker's Greatsword+251 Power+179 Precision+179 FerocityAscended · Two-Handed WeaponBerserker's Greatsword Two-Handed Superior Sigil of ForceSuperior Sigil of Force+5% DamageExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: EnhancementDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Other items
Agony infusionMighty +9 Agony Infusion+5 Power · +9 Agony ResistanceEquipped quantity: 18AscendedUpgrade ComponentType: InfusionRequired Level: 80Account BoundInfusions ×18Mighty +9 Agony Infusion
Bowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash SoupBowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup+100 Power+70 Ferocity+10% Experience from KillsAscendedConsumableType: Food · NourishmentRequired Level: 80Account BoundFoodBowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup
Superior Sharpening StoneSuperior Sharpening StoneGain Power equal to 3% of PrecisionGain Power equal to 6% of FerocityAscendedConsumableType: Utility · EnhancementRequired Level: 80Account BoundUtilitySuperior Sharpening Stone
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 setupOpen World · Power DPS

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Place Bladesong Sorrow inside the main burst window and follow with Virtuoso skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Bladecall available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.

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Selected skill reference

  • BladecallHeal
  • Bladesong SorrowUtility
  • Thousand CutsUtility
  • Virtuoso skill 4Utility
  • Virtuoso skill 5Utility
  • Virtuoso skill 6Elite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopOpen World
Weapon planASpearBGreatsword
  1. 01SetupPrepare the pull

    Generate blades during the weapon sequence, then use Bladesongs when the target is stable and exposed.

    Bladecall›Bladesong Sorrow›Thousand Cuts    Keep a defensive answer
  2. 02CommitSpend the damage window

    Time defensive Bladesongs for incoming pressure or crowd control instead of treating every blade as damage only.

    Bladesong Sorrow›Thousand Cuts›Virtuoso skill 4    Prioritize dangerous targets
  3. 03ResetReset for the next target

    Keep a mobility or distortion tool ready when mechanics would force you out of the main range.

    Thousand Cuts›Virtuoso skill 4›Virtuoso skill 5    Loot and reposition safely
Return to step one when the main profession resource and weapon sequence are ready.