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Paragon
Zerg DPS

Paragon zerg dps variation for WvW, reviewed against current community recommendations and tuned for the mode's equipment, utility, and encounter priorities.

Difficulty HardRating 5/5Mode WvW
Paragon archiveChoose a build variation14 total builds
Strike damageZerg DPSHard difficulty · 5/5 ratingCurrent
Group sustainSquad SupportHard difficulty · 4/5 rating
Published Aug 08, 2026Reviewed August 8, 2026WvW · July 15, 2026 balanceExpansion required Visions of Eternity
Community review layerCross-checked recommendationsMetaBattleHardstuck
  • Roaming profiles value mobility and self-sustain; zerg profiles value commander timing and group utility.
  • Swap food, cleansing, stability, and defensive tools to match squad size and enemy composition.
Build templateDPS reportEquipmentBuildRotationWarrior builds
Build difficultyHard

Pros +

  • High cleave pressure
  • Group-adjacent utility
  • Good target access
  • Berserker equipment profile
  • WvW ready

Cons −

  • Momentum can be lost on movement
  • Needs deliberate command timing
  • Precise execution required
AttributesBerserker profile
Power2,715Toughness1,180Vitality1,645Precision2,165Critical Chance72.52%Ferocity1,390Critical Damage242.66%Condition Damage0Healing Power0Expertise0Concentration0Boon Duration0.00%

Loadout

Gear

Marauder or Berserker equipment · Pack or Durability runes · Cleansing flex sigil. 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 Pack · 1/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Shoulders armorBerserker's Shoulders+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Shoulders Superior Rune of the Pack · 2/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Coat armorBerserker's Coat+141 Power+101 Precision+101 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Coat Superior Rune of the Pack · 3/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Gloves armorBerserker's Gloves+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Gloves Superior Rune of the Pack · 4/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Leggings armorBerserker's Leggings+94 Power+67 Precision+67 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Leggings Superior Rune of the Pack · 5/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Boots armorBerserker's Boots+47 Power+34 Precision+34 FerocityAscended · ArmorBerserker's Boots Superior Rune of the Pack · 6/6Superior Rune of the Pack(1): +25 Power(2): +5% Boon Duration(3): +50 Power(4): +10% Boon Duration(5): +100 Power(6): +125 PrecisionExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: SkillDouble-click to apply to a piece of armor.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 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 FireworksRelic of FireworksUsing a weapon skill with a long recharge grants boons and increased damage.ExoticRelicType: Combat relicRequired Level: 60Account BoundRelic of Fireworks 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
AxeBerserker's Axe+125 Power+90 Precision+90 FerocityAscended · Main Hand WeaponBerserker's Axe Main Hand 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
WarhornBerserker's Warhorn+125 Power+90 Precision+90 FerocityAscended · Off Hand WeaponBerserker's Warhorn Off Hand Superior Sigil of CleansingSuperior Sigil of CleansingRemove 3 conditions when swapping to this weapon in combat.Cooldown: 9 secondsExoticUpgrade ComponentElement: ControlDouble-click to apply to a weapon.Required Level: 60Account Bound● 2 silver · 16 copper
Other items
Agony infusionMighty WvW Infusion+5 Power · +1% damage to guardsEquipped quantity: 18AscendedUpgrade ComponentType: InfusionRequired Level: 80Account BoundInfusions ×18Mighty WvW Infusion
Bowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash SoupBowl of Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash Soup+100 Power+70 FerocityAscendedConsumableType: 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 setupWvW · Zerg DPS

Skill notes

Encounter setup

Place Martial Cadence inside the main burst window and follow with Paragon skill 6 when the target is stable. Keep Battle Hymn available if incoming pressure would interrupt the sequence.

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Selected skill reference

  • Battle HymnHeal
  • Martial CadenceUtility
  • SpearheadUtility
  • Paragon skill 4Utility
  • Paragon skill 5Utility
  • Paragon skill 6Elite

Combat execution

Rotation & Field Notes

Priority systemRepeatable combat loopWvW
Weapon planASpearBAxe + Warhorn
  1. 01SetupScout the engagement

    Build momentum with weapon pressure, then trigger chants as the target becomes stable for the full burst.

    Battle Hymn›Martial Cadence›Spearhead    Stay in commander range
  2. 02CommitPush on the call

    Use Spearhead to reach a priority target or return to the group after mechanics.

    Martial Cadence›Spearhead›Paragon skill 4    Respect reflects and stability
  3. 03ResetDisengage cleanly

    Hold a command for control or defense after the first offensive sequence.

    Spearhead›Paragon skill 4›Paragon skill 5    Leave before the counter-push
Return to step one when the main profession resource and weapon sequence are ready.