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danmerlino · Dec 12, 2009, 04:18 PM // 16:18

I just started playing GW and i only have proph so i was wondering what class i should choose for my first character i want a chararcter with alot of DPS and doesnt die alot and is good for my first play thru the game and secondary opinion on w/e class would be nice too please help it will be highly appreciated

Obrien Xp · Dec 12, 2009, 04:38 PM // 16:38

Spell Caster or Weapons?

If weapons then: Warrior with a secondary of either ranger or monk. (don't use the monks healing, just have it in case there's a farm you want to do later) you can always change your 2nd prof later in the game.

If spells then: Elementalist its all DPS but, you may die if your not paying attention.

Or if you want bows then be a ranger, good midline, doesn't always die, has a pet (only really handy early on unless you spec with pets) and can spread conditions and interrupt.

Wuhy · Dec 12, 2009, 04:53 PM // 16:53

I'd say go with mesmer since you will probably end up less retarded that way.

Quaker · Dec 12, 2009, 05:15 PM // 17:15

Basically, first time through in Normal Mode, any class that sounds like you'd enjoy it. The game is not hard - it doesn't require you to play specific classes to succeed. But to narrow it down a bit, I'd say Warrior, Elementalist, Ranger, or Necro.

Captain Bulldozer · Dec 12, 2009, 05:17 PM // 17:17

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Originally Posted by Wuhy

I'd say go with mesmer since you will probably end up less retarded that way.

Not a good idea for a first character... you'll get really discouraged shortly after reaching Yak's bend...

For a first character, I'd suggest either Necro, elementalist, warrior or Ranger. All of these are farly easy to play effectively. With a warrior you'll definitely have a pretty easy time for quite a while. Try a secondary of Elementalist, not for the spells but for the weapons enhancing (like conjure flame, etc). Also, monk isn't a terrible secondary for a warrior, but after a certain point you'll be using pretty much only warrior skills, so don't rely on monk skills to heal you much. Rangers also are fairly easy to play, but don't have as high damage with only prophecies skills. Good hunting.

AidinSwiftarrow · Dec 12, 2009, 09:20 PM // 21:20

Rangers are a great midliner and first profession. They can do fairly good dps, the have good survivability (blocks, health regen, condition removal, blind), and can interrupt. Really awesome support class if you like that.

Also, you can make it a R/E for conjure flame and stuff.

Zebideedee · Dec 13, 2009, 01:07 AM // 01:07

Necro is a good one, I've tried all prof's tbh Necro is my fav, kinda jack of all trades and master of some. My Nec is the one (toon) I have most fun with

Introverted Dimensions · Dec 13, 2009, 01:24 AM // 01:24

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Originally Posted by BK-201

Good dps - Warrior hands down. Just don't be stupid and charge in blindly to mobs like so many newer players do.

They'll have to learn sooner or later.

I'd suggest going with either an Elementalist, Warrior or a Ranger.

WowThatsMe · Dec 13, 2009, 04:27 AM // 04:27

I'd say make a ranger, if you want a good build pm me in-game
I Have A Steady Aim

tealspikes · Dec 13, 2009, 05:31 AM // 05:31

I'd say warrior or elementalist for your first time through. Both can be dps machines and aren't hard to learn. Elementalists in particular are always in demand because of their area of effect nuking.

Jerrodh · Dec 13, 2009, 06:24 PM // 18:24

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Originally Posted by Captain Bulldozer

Not a good idea for a first character... you'll get really discouraged shortly after reaching Yak's bend...

For a first character, I'd suggest either Necro, elementalist, warrior or Ranger. All of these are farly easy to play effectively. With a warrior you'll definitely have a pretty easy time for quite a while. Try a secondary of Elementalist, not for the spells but for the weapons enhancing (like conjure flame, etc). Also, monk isn't a terrible secondary for a warrior, but after a certain point you'll be using pretty much only warrior skills, so don't rely on monk skills to heal you much. Rangers also are fairly easy to play, but don't have as high damage with only prophecies skills. Good hunting.

As said W/e the only spell your gonna really use is conjure weapon with a corrosponding weapon attachment. So conjure flame and a fire hilt mod. Otherwise you dont have enough energy for it to be worth having elementalist as a secondary. Changing to a W/R wouldn't be the worst build for a beginner especially in the earlier game for a new player the exta 'ally' can really help.

Dec 12, 2009, 04:18 PM // 16:18	#1
danmerlino Pre-Searing Cadet Join Date: Dec 2009 Guild: dark	Help Please I just started playing GW and i only have proph so i was wondering what class i should choose for my first character i want a chararcter with alot of DPS and doesnt die alot and is good for my first play thru the game and secondary opinion on w/e class would be nice too please help it will be highly appreciated

Dec 12, 2009, 04:38 PM // 16:38	#2
Obrien Xp Krytan Explorer Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Canada Guild: The First Dragon Slayers [FDS]	Spell Caster or Weapons? If weapons then: Warrior with a secondary of either ranger or monk. (don't use the monks healing, just have it in case there's a farm you want to do later) you can always change your 2nd prof later in the game. If spells then: Elementalist its all DPS but, you may die if your not paying attention. Or if you want bows then be a ranger, good midline, doesn't always die, has a pet (only really handy early on unless you spec with pets) and can spread conditions and interrupt.

Dec 12, 2009, 04:53 PM // 16:53	#3
Wuhy Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Dec 2008 Profession: R/	I'd say go with mesmer since you will probably end up less retarded that way.

Dec 12, 2009, 05:15 PM // 17:15	#4
Quaker Hell's Protector Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Canada Guild: Brothers Disgruntled	Basically, first time through in Normal Mode, any class that sounds like you'd enjoy it. The game is not hard - it doesn't require you to play specific classes to succeed. But to narrow it down a bit, I'd say Warrior, Elementalist, Ranger, or Necro.

Dec 12, 2009, 09:20 PM // 21:20	#6
AidinSwiftarrow Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Lion's Arch Profession: R/Mo	Rangers are a great midliner and first profession. They can do fairly good dps, the have good survivability (blocks, health regen, condition removal, blind), and can interrupt. Really awesome support class if you like that. Also, you can make it a R/E for conjure flame and stuff.

Dec 13, 2009, 01:07 AM // 01:07	#7
Zebideedee Jungle Guide Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: 55?? 57' 0" N / 3?? 12' 0" W Profession: N/Me	Necro is a good one, I've tried all prof's tbh Necro is my fav, kinda jack of all trades and master of some. My Nec is the one (toon) I have most fun with

Dec 13, 2009, 04:27 AM // 04:27	#9
WowThatsMe Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Australia Profession: D/A	I'd say make a ranger, if you want a good build pm me in-game I Have A Steady Aim

Dec 13, 2009, 05:31 AM // 05:31	#10
tealspikes Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Jul 2009	I'd say warrior or elementalist for your first time through. Both can be dps machines and aren't hard to learn. Elementalists in particular are always in demand because of their area of effect nuking.