Complete newbie, Which is better? - Guild Wars Forums

Newguy_kowsnothing · Mar 12, 2008, 05:45 PM // 17:45

Hi guys,

I am completely new to the game, and i have to say it is very fun to play. I am still learning, but have found i like my warrior character the best. I cant seem to choose which weapon to use because i dont know which is best. YES i am currently using a sword so the guy who posted about the warriors running around with swords is probably laughing at me right now, but that is ok.

Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance !

Kattar · Mar 12, 2008, 05:47 PM // 17:47

Swords are fine. Most people on this forum aren't.

Use whatever you like better and what fits with your skills more.

Swords provide more consistant damage. Axes and hammers have higher dmg, but this isn't necessarily as consistant as a sword.

EDIT: Alex's post is more indepth than mine, so skip to the bottom.

Bohya · Mar 12, 2008, 05:51 PM // 17:51

Sword = Steady damage output Many sword skills inflict bleeding and cripple
Axe = Higher spike damage but more chance than a sword to hit low Many axe skills inflict deep wound
Hammer = Higher damage on hit than a sword or axe but slower swing rate Many hammer skills inflict knockdown and weakness

Hope this helps you choose.

Mohnzh · Mar 12, 2008, 05:52 PM // 17:52

I use swords when I play with my warrior, but use axes if I am farming. Apply poison + whirling axe + poison ous axe grip = Degen party. Never really gotten into hammers, but I gave one to a buddy of mine while he was still early in the game and he really likes them. As a warrior, however, you should probably avoid staves, wands, and bows.

Stormlord Alex · Mar 12, 2008, 05:53 PM // 17:53

Swords - high single-target constant damage

Axes - higher potential damage, more 'spikey' than swords - concentrating a large amount of damage into a short period of time to overwhelm the enemy.
Axes are also powerful at area of effect (AoE) damage.

Hammers - knockdowns. All about the KD - disrupting the enemy and preventing it from doing stuff.

Swords are a very viable and incredibly powerful choice for PvE, given the strength of [wiki]Dragon Slash[/wiki] when combined with the PvE-only skills "Save Yourselves!" and [wiki]Brawling Headbutt[/wiki].
Using swords for [wiki]Riposte[/wiki], however, is not a good idea - Warriors kill things in Guild Wars, instead of wasting time tanking.

Malice Black · Mar 12, 2008, 05:56 PM // 17:56

Nothing wrong with swords. Ignore the PvP know-it-all. Some people have a bigger ego then brain.

Jetdoc · Mar 12, 2008, 05:59 PM // 17:59

To elaborate on what Stormlord Alex posted, it depends on your playstyle.

If you would rather kill things consistently over time, Swords are the way to go.

If you would rather kill things in quick, short bursts, Axes are the way to go.

Hammers are just plain fun.

GD Defender · Mar 12, 2008, 06:02 PM // 18:02

In my opinion, Hammers tend to be less effective in PvE because they focus more on sitting your target down and beating them into the dirt until they stand up or die, and that kind of disruption usually isn't needed for a kill in PvE. I'd lean toward axe or sword, but if you like hammers go ahead and use them.

**cosyfiep** · Mar 12, 2008, 07:01 PM // 19:01

I tend to like the skins for the swords better than any of the other choices....but thats not why I use it, I just like the sword skills better. Now my husband loves the hammer...so thats what he uses mostly (or an ax, a sword on his character looks kinda funny---)....but there are good reasons to use any of them, there are times when a knockdown warrior is better than a slasher, swords are faster than hammers which sometimes means your party stays alive vs your party gets wiped (been there, done that)....

but in the end, play what YOU want to and dont let the silly people here tell you otherwise.

Wirt · Mar 12, 2008, 07:21 PM // 19:21

Yea ignore that other post, swords are very fun and flexible in playstyle. Dragonslash (elite) is a great single target spike. I myself like the Steady Stance (elite) build that I have made with swords. I could use ax, but I find my sword build is more effective. Eh thats just me, and I'm hardly a pve "noob".

Use what you find effective and what you like to play with. Find a build that you can run effectively, whether it be ax, sword, or hammer. Oh and keep in mind, the hammer knock downs is the ultimate interrupt. It interrupts casting, movement, attacks, and for 1-2-4 seconds completely takes out that enemy. So thats 1-4 seconds of you just pounding on them and them not helping their group. It only cannot stop shouts. However in pve, hammers are less effective since mobs tend to be bigger than 4v4 pvp and a shield may be handy there.

- Tain - · Mar 12, 2008, 07:29 PM // 19:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stormlord Alex

Swords - high single-target constant damage

Axes - higher potential damage, more 'spikey' than swords - concentrating a large amount of damage into a short period of time to overwhelm the enemy.
Axes are also powerful at area of effect (AoE) damage.

Hammers - knockdowns. All about the KD - disrupting the enemy and preventing it from doing stuff.

Swords are a very viable and incredibly powerful choice for PvE, given the strength of [wiki]Dragon Slash[/wiki] when combined with the PvE-only skills "Save Yourselves!" and [wiki]Brawling Headbutt[/wiki].
Using swords for [wiki]Riposte[/wiki], however, is not a good idea - Warriors kill things in Guild Wars, instead of wasting time tanking.

QFT - this is what it all boils down to.

t00115577 · Mar 12, 2008, 07:38 PM // 19:38

Swords are deadly imo, the extra defence from a shield helps too.

Dragon slash + For Great Justice = instant recharge = spam = win

TheRaven · Mar 12, 2008, 07:56 PM // 19:56

I prefer axes. When I started playing a warrior I used whatever dropped for me. If I nice shiny sword dropped then I equipped it and put sword skills on my bar. If later a hammer that was better than the sword dropped I'd switch to hammer.

My first really nice drop was a Green axe (Wing's Axe). I switched to axe skills and never looked back. At this point, I'm so comfortable with the axe lineup that axes are all I use.

All 3 weapons have advantages and disadvantages. Use each of them for a bit and decide for yourself which one suits you best.

Game Master Guru · Mar 12, 2008, 08:34 PM // 20:34

Swords And Axes work better in PvE than a hammer because you can also wield a shield with swords and axes, so if you are wielding a shield you have higher AL(armor level)

nvmu · Mar 12, 2008, 08:38 PM // 20:38

it is truely personal prefrence, however seeing that you are new i'd avoid hammers because you can't use a shield with them, so stick to sword or axe for a while

HawkofStorms · Mar 12, 2008, 08:46 PM // 20:46

The sword vs axe debate has gone on for years. I prefer axes, but it really is a personal preference.

Richardt · Mar 12, 2008, 08:52 PM // 20:52

To best decide which one you prefere, I would recommend spending some time in the warrior section here on Guru, and look up some builds on www.pvxwiki.com -Find something you like and try it.

If that doesn't help, well, look at the various axes and swords and decide which one looks prettier

Coloneh · Mar 12, 2008, 09:23 PM // 21:23

swords are alright, high single-target DPS

axes are statistically better in PvE and PvP though. in PvE Triple shop pumps out more DPS than a sword could ever home to, and in PvP axes are the king of spiking.

ShAdOw 999 · Mar 12, 2008, 10:13 PM // 22:13

there is no better weapon of choice, all 3 have advantages and disadvantages as people have stated, i personally like using axe builds the best, but that could be because i used sword builds for around a year :P

Mar 12, 2008, 05:45 PM // 17:45	#1
Newguy_kowsnothing Pre-Searing Cadet Join Date: Mar 2008 Profession: E/W	Complete newbie, Which is better? Hi guys, I am completely new to the game, and i have to say it is very fun to play. I am still learning, but have found i like my warrior character the best. I cant seem to choose which weapon to use because i dont know which is best. YES i am currently using a sword so the guy who posted about the warriors running around with swords is probably laughing at me right now, but that is ok. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance !

Mar 12, 2008, 05:47 PM // 17:47	#2
Kattar EXCESSIVE FLUTTERCUSSING Join Date: Mar 2007 Guild: SMS (lolgw2placeholder) Profession: Me/	Swords are fine. Most people on this forum aren't. Use whatever you like better and what fits with your skills more. Swords provide more consistant damage. Axes and hammers have higher dmg, but this isn't necessarily as consistant as a sword. EDIT: Alex's post is more indepth than mine, so skip to the bottom. Last edited by Kattar; Mar 12, 2008 at 05:56 PM // 17:56..

Mar 12, 2008, 05:51 PM // 17:51	#3
Bohya Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Vabbi Guild: Farming Crewuk [fcuk] Profession: D/	Sword = Steady damage output Many sword skills inflict bleeding and cripple Axe = Higher spike damage but more chance than a sword to hit low Many axe skills inflict deep wound Hammer = Higher damage on hit than a sword or axe but slower swing rate Many hammer skills inflict knockdown and weakness Hope this helps you choose. Last edited by Bohya; Mar 12, 2008 at 05:57 PM // 17:57..

Mar 12, 2008, 05:56 PM // 17:56	#6
Malice Black Site Legend Join Date: Oct 2005	Nothing wrong with swords. Ignore the PvP know-it-all. Some people have a bigger ego then brain. __________________ Old Skool '05

Mar 12, 2008, 05:52 PM // 17:52	#4
Mohnzh Krytan Explorer Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Might find me roaming around doing missions in hard mode...or maybe I'm lost in the Underworld... Guild: [KCOR] Profession: Mo/	I use swords when I play with my warrior, but use axes if I am farming. Apply poison + whirling axe + poison ous axe grip = Degen party. Never really gotten into hammers, but I gave one to a buddy of mine while he was still early in the game and he really likes them. As a warrior, however, you should probably avoid staves, wands, and bows.

Mar 12, 2008, 05:53 PM // 17:53	#5
Stormlord Alex Grotto Attendant Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Beyond the Forest of Doom, past the Cavern of Agony... on Kitten & Puppy Island Guild: Soul of Melandru [sOm] Profession: W/E	Swords - high single-target constant damage Axes - higher potential damage, more 'spikey' than swords - concentrating a large amount of damage into a short period of time to overwhelm the enemy. Axes are also powerful at area of effect (AoE) damage. Hammers - knockdowns. All about the KD - disrupting the enemy and preventing it from doing stuff. Swords are a very viable and incredibly powerful choice for PvE, given the strength of [wiki]Dragon Slash[/wiki] when combined with the PvE-only skills "Save Yourselves!" and [wiki]Brawling Headbutt[/wiki]. Using swords for [wiki]Riposte[/wiki], however, is not a good idea - Warriors kill things in Guild Wars, instead of wasting time tanking.

Mar 12, 2008, 05:59 PM // 17:59	#7
Jetdoc Hell's Protector Join Date: Jul 2005 Guild: The Eyes of Texas [BEVO] Profession: D/A	To elaborate on what Stormlord Alex posted, it depends on your playstyle. If you would rather kill things consistently over time, Swords are the way to go. If you would rather kill things in quick, short bursts, Axes are the way to go. Hammers are just plain fun.

Mar 12, 2008, 06:02 PM // 18:02	#8
GD Defender Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Sep 2006 Profession: A/	In my opinion, Hammers tend to be less effective in PvE because they focus more on sitting your target down and beating them into the dirt until they stand up or die, and that kind of disruption usually isn't needed for a kill in PvE. I'd lean toward axe or sword, but if you like hammers go ahead and use them.

Mar 12, 2008, 07:01 PM // 19:01	#9
cosyfiep are we there yet? Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: in a land far far away Guild: guild? I am supposed to have a guild? Profession: Rt/	I tend to like the skins for the swords better than any of the other choices....but thats not why I use it, I just like the sword skills better. Now my husband loves the hammer...so thats what he uses mostly (or an ax, a sword on his character looks kinda funny---)....but there are good reasons to use any of them, there are times when a knockdown warrior is better than a slasher, swords are faster than hammers which sometimes means your party stays alive vs your party gets wiped (been there, done that).... but in the end, play what YOU want to and dont let the silly people here tell you otherwise.

Mar 12, 2008, 07:21 PM // 19:21	#10
Wirt Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Nov 2007 Guild: Conscripts of Ascalon Profession: W/	Yea ignore that other post, swords are very fun and flexible in playstyle. Dragonslash (elite) is a great single target spike. I myself like the Steady Stance (elite) build that I have made with swords. I could use ax, but I find my sword build is more effective. Eh thats just me, and I'm hardly a pve "noob". Use what you find effective and what you like to play with. Find a build that you can run effectively, whether it be ax, sword, or hammer. Oh and keep in mind, the hammer knock downs is the ultimate interrupt. It interrupts casting, movement, attacks, and for 1-2-4 seconds completely takes out that enemy. So thats 1-4 seconds of you just pounding on them and them not helping their group. It only cannot stop shouts. However in pve, hammers are less effective since mobs tend to be bigger than 4v4 pvp and a shield may be handy there.

Mar 12, 2008, 07:38 PM // 19:38	#12
t00115577 Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Sep 2007 Profession: Mo/	Swords are deadly imo, the extra defence from a shield helps too. Dragon slash + For Great Justice = instant recharge = spam = win

Mar 12, 2008, 07:56 PM // 19:56	#13
TheRaven Desert Nomad Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Virginia Guild: Spirit of Elisha Profession: W/	I prefer axes. When I started playing a warrior I used whatever dropped for me. If I nice shiny sword dropped then I equipped it and put sword skills on my bar. If later a hammer that was better than the sword dropped I'd switch to hammer. My first really nice drop was a Green axe (Wing's Axe). I switched to axe skills and never looked back. At this point, I'm so comfortable with the axe lineup that axes are all I use. All 3 weapons have advantages and disadvantages. Use each of them for a bit and decide for yourself which one suits you best.

Mar 12, 2008, 08:34 PM // 20:34	#14
Game Master Guru Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Profession: Mo/E	Swords And Axes work better in PvE than a hammer because you can also wield a shield with swords and axes, so if you are wielding a shield you have higher AL(armor level)

Mar 12, 2008, 08:38 PM // 20:38	#15
nvmu Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Mar 2008	it is truely personal prefrence, however seeing that you are new i'd avoid hammers because you can't use a shield with them, so stick to sword or axe for a while

Mar 12, 2008, 08:46 PM // 20:46	#16
HawkofStorms Hall Hero Join Date: Aug 2005 Profession: E/	The sword vs axe debate has gone on for years. I prefer axes, but it really is a personal preference.

Mar 12, 2008, 08:52 PM // 20:52	#17
Richardt Jungle Guide Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: http://friendsofloa.com/forum Guild: Leader-Legion of Avalon [LoA] Alliance-Recruiting PM for info!	To best decide which one you prefere, I would recommend spending some time in the warrior section here on Guru, and look up some builds on www.pvxwiki.com -Find something you like and try it. If that doesn't help, well, look at the various axes and swords and decide which one looks prettier

Mar 12, 2008, 09:23 PM // 21:23	#18
Coloneh Furnace Stoker Join Date: Nov 2006 Profession: D/W	swords are alright, high single-target DPS axes are statistically better in PvE and PvP though. in PvE Triple shop pumps out more DPS than a sword could ever home to, and in PvP axes are the king of spiking.

Mar 12, 2008, 10:13 PM // 22:13	#19
ShAdOw 999 Pre-Searing Cadet Join Date: Feb 2008 Profession: W/Mo	there is no better weapon of choice, all 3 have advantages and disadvantages as people have stated, i personally like using axe builds the best, but that could be because i used sword builds for around a year :P