Build difficultyHard
Pros +
- Very high single-target burst
- Flexible pet merge bonuses
- Good priority-target pressure
- Marauder equipment profile
- PvP ready
Cons −
- Burst depends on timing
- Limited recovery after an overcommit
- Precise execution required
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Soulbeast
Duelist
Soulbeast duelist variation for PvP, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.
Difficulty HardRating 5/5Mode PvP
Soulbeast archiveChoose a build variation13 total builds
Competitive pressureDuelistHard difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Strike damageTeamfighterHard difficulty · 5/5 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 focusSide-node pressure, survival, control, and favorable one-versus-one fights
Superior Rune of the Fighter (PvP)(1): +25 Power(2): +35 Toughness(3): +50 Power(4): +65 Toughness(5): +100 Power(6): +125 ToughnessSuperior Rune of the Fighter (PvP)One PvP rune activates the complete rune bonus.
Demolisher Amulet+1,000 Power+1,000 Precision+500 Toughness+500 FerocityDemolisher AmuletDetermines the majority of this build's attributes.
Relic of the DefenderBlocking attacks improves self-sustain during extended fights.Relic of the DefenderBlocking attacks improves self-sustain during extended fights.Primary weapon set
Hammer
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.Secondary weapon set
Sword + Axe
Superior Sigil of BattleSuperior Sigil of BattleGain might when swapping to this weapon in combat.
Superior Sigil of AbsorptionSuperior Sigil of AbsorptionSteal a boon after interrupting an enemy.Combat configuration
Traits & Skills
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Skill notes
Encounter setup
Place One Wolf Pack inside the main burst window and follow with Soulbeast skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Sic 'Em! available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.
Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.Selected skill reference
Sic 'Em!Heal- One Wolf PackUtility
- Strength of the PackUtility
- Soulbeast skill 4Utility
- Soulbeast skill 5Utility
- Soulbeast skill 6Elite
Combat execution
Rotation & Field Notes
Weapon planAHammerBSword + Axe
- 01SetupRead enemy defenses
Choose the pet merge that supports the encounter, then line up beast skills with your weapon burst and damage modifiers.
››Track stun breaks - 02CommitForce the decisive trade
Use One Wolf Pack only when the target will remain available for the full sequence and the group can add extra hits.
››Do not overextend - 03ResetReset and rotate
Hold a crowd-control or defensive flex slot when the encounter requires it.
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