Build difficultyHard
Pros +
- Strong utility choices
- Flexible control
- Good target access
- Marauder equipment profile
- PvP ready
Cons −
- Curio selection needs planning
- Initiative can be overspent
- Precise execution required
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Antiquary
Duelist
Antiquary 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
Antiquary archiveChoose a build variation15 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
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.Secondary weapon set
Rifle
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 Relic Snare inside the main burst window and follow with Antiquary skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Curio Cache available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.
Hover the skill icons for complete Guild Wars 2 effect details.Selected skill reference
Curio CacheHeal- Relic SnareUtility
- VaultstepUtility
- Antiquary skill 4Utility
- Antiquary skill 5Utility
- Antiquary skill 6Elite
Combat execution
Rotation & Field Notes
Weapon planASpearBRifle
- 01SetupRead enemy defenses
Prepare the useful curio before committing initiative, then chain weapon pressure while its effect supports the current exchange.
››Track stun breaks - 02CommitForce the decisive trade
Use Relic Snare to lock a priority target or cover a scheduled breakbar.
››Do not overextend - 03ResetReset and rotate
Keep Vaultstep for the reset after your burst instead of using every mobility tool to enter.
››Return to a useful point