Build difficultyHard
Pros +
- Reliable area pressure
- Strong control tools
- Good defensive utility
- Marauder equipment profile
- PvP ready
Cons −
- Fields need stationary targets
- Setup is slower than direct burst
- Precise execution required
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Ritualist
Teamfighter
Ritualist teamfighter variation for PvP, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.
Difficulty HardRating 5/5Mode PvP
Ritualist archiveChoose a build variation18 total builds
Strike damageTeamfighterHard difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Group sustainSupportHard difficulty · 4/5 ratingCommunity 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.
Power2,715Toughness1,180Vitality1,645Precision2,165Critical Chance72.52%Ferocity1,390Critical Damage242.66%Condition Damage0Healing Power0Expertise0Concentration0Boon Duration0.00%
Loadout
Gear
Power competitive equipment · Mobility runes · Control sigils. 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 focusRoaming, burst damage, interrupts, and fast rotations
Superior Rune of the Warrior (PvP)(1): +25 Vitality(2): +35 Power(3): +50 Vitality(4): +65 Power(5): +100 Vitality(6): +125 VitalitySuperior Rune of the Warrior (PvP)One PvP rune activates the complete rune bonus.
Berserker Amulet+1,000 Power+1,000 Precision+500 Ferocity+500 VitalityBerserker AmuletDetermines the majority of this build's attributes.
Relic of FireworksActivating a long-recharge weapon skill grants offensive momentum and boons.Relic of FireworksActivating a long-recharge weapon skill grants offensive momentum and boons.Primary weapon set
Greatsword
Superior Sigil of AbsorptionSuperior Sigil of AbsorptionSteal a boon after interrupting an enemy.
Superior Sigil of BattleSuperior Sigil of BattleGain might when swapping to this weapon in combat.Secondary weapon set
Spear
Superior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.
Superior Sigil of EnergySuperior Sigil of EnergyGain endurance when swapping to this weapon in combat.Combat configuration
Traits & Skills
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Skill notes
Encounter setup
Place Ancestor's Grasp inside the main burst window and follow with Ritualist skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Ritual Circle available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.
Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.Selected skill reference
Ritual CircleHeal- Ancestor's GraspUtility
- Grave CovenantUtility
- Ritualist skill 4Utility
- Ritualist skill 5Utility
- Ritualist skill 6Elite
Combat execution
Rotation & Field Notes
Weapon planAGreatswordBSpear
- 01SetupRead enemy defenses
Set the ritual circle under the priority target, then apply pressure while it remains inside the field.
››Track stun breaks - 02CommitForce the decisive trade
Use Ancestor's Grasp for a control window or to keep enemies inside the damage zone.
››Do not overextend - 03ResetReset and rotate
Preserve Grave Covenant for defense or a key finish rather than minor damage.
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