PvP · Warrior build dossier
Bladesworn duelist variation for PvP, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.
Loadout
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.
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.
Axe + Pistol
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.
Sword + Pistol
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
Skill notes
Place Tactical Reload inside the main burst window and follow with Bladesworn skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Flow Stabilizer available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.
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Flow StabilizerHealTactical ReloadUtilityDragon TriggerUtilityBladesworn skill 4UtilityBladesworn skill 5UtilityBladesworn skill 6EliteCombat execution
Build Flow through the weapon sequence, then enter Gunsaber only when you can safely complete the Dragon Trigger charge.
››Track stun breaksAim Dragon Trigger at a stable target and use movement tools to avoid losing the shot to a forced reposition.
››Do not overextendUse Tactical Reload around a planned second burst rather than reacting after every cooldown is already spent.
››Return to a useful point