Should I get Guild Wars?

Brother-Captain Gaius · Post by **Brother-Captain Gaius** » 2005-07-15 11:03pm

My three favorites, though there are many more. Note that the Guild Lord (the objective in GvG battles) is right around where the current NPCs are in each hall type. A few NPC soldiers are typically positioned around the Guild Lord and amongst the battlements. The rez shrine is usually near the Guild Lord area.

Burning Isle (Volcanic islands theme)

Tactical considerations:

The Guild Lord is somewhat vulnerable, but his soldiers have the higher ground (important for archers).
Lava everywhere, blocking many paths as well as the central flag (important during GvG battles). Lava inflicts "Burning" condition on anyone going through it.

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Wizard's Isle (Pre-Searing Ascalon)

Tactical considerations:

Of the three here, has the most defensible Guild Lord. Archers will have some elevation advantage.
Very conventional set-up and terrain, yielding logical movements and tactics. Unsure if the gate mechanic present in beta still applies.

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Isle of the Dead (Ascalon catacombs)

Tactical considerations:

Very vulnerable Guild Lord. Surrounded on two sides by higher ground in addition to a hey-diddle-diddle-straight-down-the-middle approach. A nice wonderful kill-zone, in other words.
Reasonably defensible corridors helps offset the above.
Tar pits in the middle surrounding the flag slow movement by 30%. Catwalks above them provide for some interesting situations.

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Dahak · Post by **Dahak** » 2005-07-16 04:24am

How many centuries would it take me to get to that Lion's Arch?

Post by **Beowulf** » 2005-07-16 04:35am

Dahak wrote:How many centuries would it take me to get to that Lion's Arch?

Took me two days. Then again, I had a good group the first night.

Brother-Captain Gaius · Post by **Brother-Captain Gaius** » 2005-07-16 04:47am

Dahak wrote:How many centuries would it take me to get to that Lion's Arch?

(Mission #1) The Great Northern Wall
Fort Ranik
(solo trek)
Ruins of Surmia
Nolani Academy
(solo trek)
Borlis Pass
The Frost Gate
(solo trek)
Gates of Kryta

You're there. The last couple missions there can be a real bitch, though. Won't take long at all if you're not a rabid completionist like me who has to do every solo quest before moving on.

Dahak · Post by **Dahak** » 2005-07-16 05:46am

Ok, this arena thing is fun. Just managed (somehow) to get 6 consecutive wins...
EIther I seem to win, or get pwned quite quickly

Zac Naloen · Post by **Zac Naloen** » 2005-07-16 06:09am

Brother-Captain Gaius wrote:
Dahak wrote:How many centuries would it take me to get to that Lion's Arch?
(Mission #1) The Great Northern Wall
Fort Ranik
(solo trek)
Ruins of Surmia
Nolani Academy
(solo trek)
Borlis Pass
The Frost Gate
(solo trek)
Gates of Kryta

You're there. The last couple missions there can be a real bitch, though. Won't take long at all if you're not a rabid completionist like me who has to do every solo quest before moving on.

thats what im doing.. its taking freakin' ages.

Enigma · Post by **Enigma** » 2005-07-16 07:27pm

I have a mission in which I have to deliver a sextant to a priestess, but the mission doesn't show me the usual green arrow to point me the way. How the hell do I know I am going the right way?

Brother-Captain Gaius · Post by **Brother-Captain Gaius** » 2005-07-16 09:47pm

Enigma wrote:I have a mission in which I have to deliver a sextant to a priestess, but the mission doesn't show me the usual green arrow to point me the way. How the hell do I know I am going the right way?

That one's annoying, but will ultimately take you to an outpost you wouldn't otherwise reach. Try starting from Fort Ranik or Frontier Gate, go into the wilderness, and it should give you the arrow then (it only gives an arrow if it's within two areas of you).

Brother-Captain Gaius · Post by **Brother-Captain Gaius** » 2005-07-17 12:40pm

So what's the word on the guild hall? Should I put up screens of more types? Chardok gave me the sigil, I'm just waiting on a decision for the type of hall...

Chardok · Post by **Chardok** » 2005-07-17 12:42pm

everyone's got a hunter's hall...I would prefer something slightly more...malevolent... the wizzy one looks cool. that or druid hall.

Temjin · Post by **Temjin** » 2005-07-17 01:30pm

Um.... Wow.

While doing the Gates of Kryta mission, not only did I find an 11-20 Icy Short Bow of Marksmanship, but I also found a 11-20 Gold Earth Rod with +9 energy. I'm pretty sure that's max damage for that type of weapon.

I ended up failing the mission, but those two items (the gold earth rod especially) more than make up for it.

Jade Falcon · Post by **Jade Falcon** » 2005-07-17 03:36pm

I've got three weapons sets.

My main weapon is a Shocking Mursaat Hammer of Fortitude, damage of 19-35 plus the 20% customisation bonus.

My secondary is a Rare Gladius, I can't remember the abilities though, it does 15-22 damage, coupled with a Shield of the Wing at armour rating 16

My last is a Poisoners Longbow with damage of 15-24. Unfortunately, since I don't have marksmanship I'm not too good at using it, but there have been times I've really badly poisoned some enemies removing them from the fight quickly.

Temjin · Post by **Temjin** » 2005-07-17 04:10pm

I have just made a startling discovery; henchies are fucking stupid.

I just died on my seventh attempt to clear out those damn swamps on the Gates of Kryta mission. Everytime we get there, the swamps kill off the henchies because their too goddamn dense to move two feet to their right to get the hell out.

I can't even pull enemies on to the grass because everytime I try to, my team does the fantasy version of The Charge of the Light Brigade. Except in the poem, some actually survived. That never happens in this version.

Zac Naloen · Post by **Zac Naloen** » 2005-07-18 01:20pm

i think we should go with the wizards hall, i definately like htat one best

Brother-Captain Gaius · Post by **Brother-Captain Gaius** » 2005-07-18 02:39pm

I hear two for Wizard's... any objections?

Dahak · Post by **Dahak** » 2005-07-18 02:55pm

No. Looks nice from the pics...

Temjin · Post by **Temjin** » 2005-07-18 02:55pm

I too would prefer wizard's, if only for the scenery.

Chardok · Post by **Chardok** » 2005-07-18 04:02pm

Temjin wrote:I too would prefer wizard's, if only for the scenery.

It's got...TREES!

Man, I miss trees. Real trees. Deciduous trees.

Brother-Captain Gaius · Post by **Brother-Captain Gaius** » 2005-07-18 04:11pm

Wizard's it is, then.

Chardok · Post by **Chardok** » 2005-07-18 04:59pm

By the way, I found an alternate route to Lion's Arch, everyone. If you need an escrot, I'm all over it. you'll need to go carefully, though. The things you will be fighting on the way (And I mean GOBS of things) are mesmers/necros. Working TOGETHER. You're going to be hurting everytime you even THINK about swinging a weapon or casting a spell. and God help you if you miss alot.

Dahak · Post by **Dahak** » 2005-07-18 05:14pm

Chardok wrote:By the way, I found an alternate route to Lion's Arch, everyone. If you need an escrot, I'm all over it. you'll need to go carefully, though. The things you will be fighting on the way (And I mean GOBS of things) are mesmers/necros. Working TOGETHER. You're going to be hurting everytime you even THINK about swinging a weapon or casting a spell. and God help you if you miss alot.

Sounds bad

I'm still trying to get me quests done and reach level 11...

Chardok · Post by **Chardok** » 2005-07-18 06:10pm

Oh, and wait until you guys see my new armor for my monk. I'll just say this: There ain't much to it.

Sharpshooter · Post by **Sharpshooter** » 2005-07-18 11:06pm

Nice...

In order to be able to play the game, do you have to buy it for the company price straight from a store, or could you theoretically buy it through some other service (ie: Half.com) for a leser cost?[/Dumb but nevertheless pressing question]

Post by **Beowulf** » 2005-07-18 11:19pm

Sharpshooter wrote:Nice...

In order to be able to play the game, do you have to buy it for the company price straight from a store, or could you theoretically buy it through some other service (ie: Half.com) for a leser cost?[/Dumb but nevertheless pressing question]

You need a never used CD-Key. Used ones aren't such a great idea. Cheapest I've found it for is $36. Second cheapest is Amazon @ $40.

Sharpshooter · Post by **Sharpshooter** » 2005-07-18 11:26pm

Beowulf wrote:You need a never used CD-Key. Used ones aren't such a great idea. Cheapest I've found it for is $36. Second cheapest is Amazon @ $40.

Guess it wasn't so dumb after all. Thanks.

I just hope this fresh key idea doesn't extend to re-loads, 'cause if the shit ever hits the fan and I have to take it off only to find it doesn't work when I get it back on...

EDIT: Oh, that's great, then. I'll take a look once I get back to college and a high-speed connection.