Baraden · Jan 10, 2007, 04:24 PM // 16:24

Okay, I am a Elementalist/Ranger and I have a few questions for anyone who knows the answers.

1#: What is the best armor for an Elementalist? I know there are the weak armor that defends agains certain elements and then the upgraded versions. (i.e. Pyromancer, Hydromancer, etc) But what exactly is Fissure armor and is it the best?

2#: At the moment all I own is Prophesies which me and my two brothers play together (Using three seperate copies of the game) but if we were to get Factions or Nightfall would we need to buy a copy for each of us to play with or just one copy to unlock the campain?

3#: What is the best bow and how do I get it? At the moment I compensate for an Elementalists weak normal attack with the rangers powerfull bow, but at the moment I'm only using the Poisonous Nevermore Bow that you get with the Game Of The Year edition. Is there a better bow and how/where do I get it?

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Coridan · Jan 10, 2007, 04:46 PM // 16:46

as far as armor goes you need to pick the best one that suits your play style. Pryromancer = more aligned with the fire attribute etc.

www.guildwiki.org is your best place to research armor/looks.....Fissures armor is no better than Max droknars forge armor except it looks better.

If you all 3 want to play factions or nightfall then yes you have to buy an individual copy for each accoutn. So if u are using 3 prophecies accounts then in order for all 3 accounts to be able to go to Factions you would have to buy 3 copies of Factions.

all max bows are the same (damage wise) the only difference is the looks. Although the mods and damage modifiers on them set them apart. What most people pay for in expensive weapons are the look and the rarity of the weapon. Again I would check out the link to guildwiki it has all kinds of great information.

If you find yourself using your ranger attributes/skills more than your primary then you shouuld really create a ranger :P Look on guildwiki for some builds to use with your elementalist. they can dish out some serious damage if you use them correctly.

Hope this answers some of your questions...atleast in part :P

Baraden · Jan 10, 2007, 05:03 PM // 17:03

Okay, thanks!

DeanBB · Jan 10, 2007, 05:15 PM // 17:15

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Pryromancer = more aligned with the fire attribute etc.

Actually the -mancer armors are protection from those elements, so Pyromancer provides additional protection from fire. The head piece, aka "hat", that you wear for any profession determines which attribute gets the +1 boost.

As an elementalist you really want to be casting spells to deal the damage and normal attacks are just filler or for use when hexed or whatever. Putting attributes in marksmanship as an elem is pretty much a waste. You could still use your flat bow for some long-ranged attacks to pull enemies but by and large a staff or wand/focus will serve you better as it will directly benefit your casting with +energy, fast cast, fast recharge, +enchantment durations, etc.

**Marty Silverblade** · Jan 10, 2007, 08:57 PM // 20:57

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Originally Posted by Baraden

1#: What is the best armor for an Elementalist? I know there are the weak armor that defends agains certain elements and then the upgraded versions. (i.e. Pyromancer, Hydromancer, etc) But what exactly is Fissure armor and is it the best?

Any armor that says Armor: 60 at the top is 'Max AL (armor level)'. You can buy this for 1.5k each piece at Droknar's Forge (Prophecies) and Kaineng Center (Factions). The max AL armor in Nightfall (I believe it's in the Consulate Docks Mission Starter area thing), costs only 1k per peice, but don't come with insignias.

There are other armors, such as fissure or 'FoW', or 15k armor that is exactly the same as max AL armor (doesn't give any other bonuses), except that they look better (well, I prefer 1.5k Pyromancers over the 15k but thats just me).

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2#: At the moment all I own is Prophesies which me and my two brothers play together (Using three seperate copies of the game) but if we were to get Factions or Nightfall would we need to buy a copy for each of us to play with or just one copy to unlock the campain?

3 different accounts, 3 new games to buy. The fact that you're brothers has nothing to do with it. Some people have multiple accounts, and although it sounds cool to some people, keep in mind thet have to buy multiple copies of th new campaigns (Did you know that Gaile Gray has like, 8 accounts? It's just for privacy though

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3#: What is the best bow and how do I get it? At the moment I compensate for an Elementalists weak normal attack with the rangers powerfull bow, but at the moment I'm only using the Poisonous Nevermore Bow that you get with the Game Of The Year edition. Is there a better bow and how/where do I get it?

The best bow is basically any max damage one (15-28) with bonuses that suit your play style. Having perfect bonuses doesn't really matter, i.e a bow that has '+15% damage while health is over 50%' wil cost heaps more that a bow that has this '+14% damage while health is over 50%'. Thats only 1% more damage. Guild Wars rounds down when it comes to damage, so unless you do about 50+ damage in one shot, you won't get any more damage. Keep in mind that it would only be 1 point or so. Don't let rich people fool you that you need that perfect Sundering Zodiac Longbow of Fortitude (or something to that effect anyway).

When it comes to the Elementalists weak normal attack, don't worry about it. The only time an Elementalist should be wanding is when he is out of energy, the opponent has a small amount of health left and its not worth the energy, when your Backfired (watch those Mesmers!), or you can't be bothered with it (well, maybe not...). If you find you use your Ranger side more, then make it your primary. Expertise and the ability to use runes will make a big difference. If you want to keep your Elementalist side, keep it secondary, pick up a bow with an elemental bow string (either Fiery, Icy, or Shocking, NOT Ebon), and use it with either Conjure Lightning, Conjure Fire, etc.

Jan 10, 2007, 04:24 PM // 16:24	#1
Baraden Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Dec 2006 Profession: E/D	question's on armor, chapter's and bow Okay, I am a Elementalist/Ranger and I have a few questions for anyone who knows the answers. 1#: What is the best armor for an Elementalist? I know there are the weak armor that defends agains certain elements and then the upgraded versions. (i.e. Pyromancer, Hydromancer, etc) But what exactly is Fissure armor and is it the best? 2#: At the moment all I own is Prophesies which me and my two brothers play together (Using three seperate copies of the game) but if we were to get Factions or Nightfall would we need to buy a copy for each of us to play with or just one copy to unlock the campain? 3#: What is the best bow and how do I get it? At the moment I compensate for an Elementalists weak normal attack with the rangers powerfull bow, but at the moment I'm only using the Poisonous Nevermore Bow that you get with the Game Of The Year edition. Is there a better bow and how/where do I get it? Mod Edit: Please ensure your title reflects the subject of your thread. I edited the title to someone more relevant. http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/s...php?t=10099989 Last edited by Kamatsu; Jan 11, 2007 at 08:16 AM // 08:16.. Reason: editing thread title

Jan 10, 2007, 04:46 PM // 16:46	#2
Coridan Forge Runner Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: US Guild: Old Married Gamers {OMG} Profession: W/	as far as armor goes you need to pick the best one that suits your play style. Pryromancer = more aligned with the fire attribute etc. www.guildwiki.org is your best place to research armor/looks.....Fissures armor is no better than Max droknars forge armor except it looks better. If you all 3 want to play factions or nightfall then yes you have to buy an individual copy for each accoutn. So if u are using 3 prophecies accounts then in order for all 3 accounts to be able to go to Factions you would have to buy 3 copies of Factions. all max bows are the same (damage wise) the only difference is the looks. Although the mods and damage modifiers on them set them apart. What most people pay for in expensive weapons are the look and the rarity of the weapon. Again I would check out the link to guildwiki it has all kinds of great information. If you find yourself using your ranger attributes/skills more than your primary then you shouuld really create a ranger :P Look on guildwiki for some builds to use with your elementalist. they can dish out some serious damage if you use them correctly. Hope this answers some of your questions...atleast in part :P

Jan 10, 2007, 05:03 PM // 17:03	#3
Baraden Frost Gate Guardian Join Date: Dec 2006 Profession: E/D	Okay, thanks!