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| weaknesses = Have to wait for cooldowns to burst DPS, Lost of HP for Mana regen (you need to control your HP when playing without healers).
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This is a PvE/PvP build that focuses on Longbow damage. Taking into account that in the game your progress will be affected by both PvP and PvE events, you will have the option to act in both in a good way. The Crossbow will give you some use skills that will give damage, debuffs and also mana sustenance and mobility.
This build is designed for both PvE and PvP, with a focus on Longbow damage. Considering that your progress in the game will be influenced by both PvP and PvE events, you'll have the opportunity to excel in both aspects. The Crossbow enhances your skill set by providing damage, debuffs, as well as mana sustenance and ''mobility.


==Attributes==
==Attributes==
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# {{Skill priority|Nature's Blessing|Epic}}
# {{Skill priority|Nature's Blessing|Epic}}
# {{Skill priority|Sustaining Roll|Rare}}
# {{Skill priority|Sustaining Roll|Rare}}
* Once this sequence of skills is leveled, try to level the others one by one to Rare and then to Epic. Focus on your damage skills, you are a DPS not support. Then you upgrade mobility and others.
* After leveling up this sequence of skills, aim to individually upgrade the others to <span class="rare-info">Rare</span> and then to <span class="epic-info">Epic</span>. Prioritize upgrading your damage skills since you play a DPS role rather than support. Afterward, focus on upgrading mobility and other relevant abilities.




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# {{Skill priority|Eagle Vision|Rare}}
# {{Skill priority|Eagle Vision|Rare}}
# {{Skill priority|Eagle Vision|Epic}}
# {{Skill priority|Eagle Vision|Epic}}
* Depending on the situation, you can situationally change your passive skills. As is the case with Nature's Power, which increases damage after using dodge skills, it can be a good option for PvP. Or there is also the case of the Distorted Sanctuary ability, which is a good option to use in large groups, as it grants you defense for each member of the group that is close to you.
* Adjust your passive skills as needed in different situations. Take {{Skill|Nature's Power}}, for instance, which enhances damage after using dodge skills—an excellent choice for PvP. Another example is {{Skill|Distorted Sanctuary}}, a favorable option for use in large groups as it provides defense for each group member in close proximity to you.




==Rotations==
==Rotations==
{{Rotation|Mark Synergy Rotation|Deadly Marker, Ensnaring Arrow, Decisive Sniping, Zephyr's Nock, Strafing}}
{{Rotation|Mark Synergy Rotation|Deadly Marker, Ensnaring Arrow, Decisive Sniping, Zephyr's Nock, Strafing}}
* Whenever you crit with skill {{Skill|Decisive Sniping}} and {{Skill|Strafing}}, they will reset the cooldown (after a recent nerf, they only have two resets in a row). So, use them whenever this time is reset. If both reset at the same time, alternate using one and the other, you will have time to do this if you do it quickly.
* Upon landing a critical hit with {{Skill|Decisive Sniping}} and {{Skill|Strafing}}, they will reset the cooldown (limited to two consecutive resets). Utilize them whenever this reset occurs. If both skills reset simultaneously, alternate between them quickly—you'll have enough time to execute this sequence.
* {{Skill|Deadly Marker}} has a longer cooldown than other skills. So keep using the others in the combo even without using the {{Skill|Deadly Marker}}, but remember to use it whenever the cooldown returns.
* {{Skill|Deadly Marker}} comes with a longer cooldown compared to other skills. Therefore, continue incorporating the remaining skills into your combo even when {{Skill|Deadly Marker}} is on cooldown, but be sure to reintegrate it into your rotation as soon as its cooldown resets.  
* {{Skill|Ensnaring Arrow}} is very important for the combo, as it causes Bind on enemies and this will combine with your Passive Skill that increases the critical chance while your enemy is under the effect of Bind. This will make your Used Skills reset more easily.
* {{Skill|Ensnaring Arrow}} plays a crucial role in the combo, inducing a Bind effect on enemies. This synergizes with your Passive Skill, boosting critical chance when the enemy is bound. As a result, your Used Skills reset more easily.
{{Rotation|Mark Synergy Rotation|Mortal Mark, Quick Fire, Zephyr's Nock}}
{{Rotation|Mark Synergy Rotation|Mortal Mark, Quick Fire, Zephyr's Nock}}
* Rotating {{Skill|Mortal Mark}}, {{Skill|Quick Fire}} and {{Skill|Zephyr's Nock}} needs to be done quickly. The debuff applied by the {{Skill|Mortal Mark}} skill only lasts 3 seconds, so use the other skills quickly to avoid losing this advantage. The Crossbow Skills have a shorter range than the Longbow, so this is a combo to be used when you are a shorter distance from the target.
* Execute the rotation of {{Skill|Mortal Mark}}, {{Skill|Quick Fire}} and {{Skill|Zephyr's Nock}} quickly. The debuff from {{Skill|Mortal Mark}} lasts only 3 seconds, so it's crucial to quickly use the other skills to capitalize on this advantage. Keep in mind that Crossbow Skills have a shorter range compared to the Longbow, making this combo more effective when you are closer to the target.
{{Rotation|Mark Synergy Rotation|Nature's Blessing, Mana Recoup Technique}}
{{Rotation|Mark Synergy Rotation|Nature's Blessing, Mana Recoup Technique}}
* Keep using the {{Skill|Mortal Mark}} skill constantly, as this way your mana regeneration will be much better. It's important to always have World Tree Leafs for constant use and HP potions to keep your health high (especially when you're alone and without healers).
* Make sure to consistently utilize {{Skill|Mortal Mark}}; this enhances your mana regeneration significantly. It's essential to always have World Tree Leaves on hand for continuous use and keep HP potions at the ready to maintain high health, especially when you're alone without healers.




==Useful Information==
==Useful Information==
* When doing PvE always stay at max range from the boss to trigger max critical chance and critical damage because {{Skill|Sniper's Sense}} have passive abilities to do more damage as far as you are from the boss and try to move less as possible because {{Skill|Rapidshot Stance}} will give you more bonuses for not moving for 2 seconds.
* In PvE, always maintain maximum distance from the boss to maximize your critical chance and critical damage. {{Skill|Sniper's Sense}} boosts damage the farther you are from the boss. Additionally, aim to minimize movement, as {{Skill|Rapidshot Stance}} provides extra bonuses when you remain stationary for 2 seconds.
* {{Skill|Thorn Gale}} and {{Skill|Merciless Barrage}} have good synergy when used together. You can try to add them in place of the Skills {{Skill|Multi Shot}} and {{Skill|Brutal Arrow}} , but they have a high mana consumption and it is unlikely that you will be able to have a good supply of mana using them constantly.
* {{Skill|Thorn Gale}} and {{Skill|Merciless Barrage}} synergize well when used together. Consider replacing {{Skill|Multi Shot}} and {{Skill|Brutal Arrow}} with these, but be cautious as they have high mana consumption. It's unlikely that you'll sustain a good mana supply if used constantly.
* As for Defense Skills, you can choose which one to use. {{Skill|Sustaining Roll}} is a more interesting Skill for PvP, as it guarantees more mobility and combines with the passive that deals more damage while using Mobility Skill. While {{Skill|Overtaker}} may be more interesting for PvE, as it allows you to stay in the same place while defending yourself and guarantees the maintenance of passive buffs.
* When it comes to Defense Skills, you have the option to choose which one suits your needs. {{Skill|Sustaining Roll}} proves to be a more compelling choice for PvP, providing increased mobility and synergizing with a passive that boosts damage during Mobility Skill use. On the other hand, {{Skill|Overtaker}} might be more appealing for PvE, enabling you to hold your ground while defending and ensuring the upkeep of passive buffs.
* Main stat is DEXTERITY, but this build focus on PERCEPTION and some points on WISDOM for mana regen.
* Main stat is DEXTERITY, with focus on PERCEPTION and some points on WISDOM for mana regeneration.
* The Moonlight item set is a good armor to start with. Robert's accessories are also very good to start with and can be obtained through the main quest and exploration of the Adventure Codex.
* The Moonlight item set is a solid armor choice to begin with. Robert's accessories are also excellent for starting out and can be obtained through the main quest and exploration in the Adventure Codex.





Revision as of 23:53, 24 December 2023

Overview
Weapons: Longbow and Crossbow
Designed for: PvE and [[|]]
Focused on: DPS
Difficulty:
TBD
Strengths
  • High single target burst damage
  • Long range
  • Good mana sustain
  • Mobility Gameplay
Weaknesses
  • Have to wait for cooldowns to burst DPS
  • Lost of HP for Mana regen (you need to control your HP when playing without healers).

This build is designed for both PvE and PvP, with a focus on Longbow damage. Considering that your progress in the game will be influenced by both PvP and PvE events, you'll have the opportunity to excel in both aspects. The Crossbow enhances your skill set by providing damage, debuffs, as well as mana sustenance and mobility.

Attributes

Strength
10
Dexterity
30
Wisdom
19
Perception
30


Skills

Quick FireUsed frame.webp
Quick Fire
Zephyr's NockUsed frame.webp
Zephyr's Nock
Mortal MarkUsed frame.webp
Mortal Mark
Ensnaring ArrowUsed frame.webp
Ensnaring Arrow
StrafingUsed frame.webp
Strafing
Decisive SnipingUsed frame.webp
Decisive Sniping
Deadly MarkerUsed frame.webp
Deadly Marker
Multi ShotUsed frame.webp
Multi Shot
Brutal ArrowUsed frame.webp
Brutal Arrow
Nature's BlessingUsed frame.webp
Nature's Blessing
Mana Recoup TechniqueUsed frame.webp
Mana Recoup Technique
Nimble LeapUsed frame.webp
Nimble Leap
Passives
Rapidshot StanceActive frame.webp
Firm AimActive frame.webp
Sniper's SenseActive frame.webp
Roxie's ArrowheadActive frame.webp
Eagle VisionActive frame.webp
AmbidexterityActive frame.webp
Nature's PowerActive frame.webp
Piercing StrikeActive frame.webp
Defense
Sustaining RollUsed frame.webp


Skills Priority

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  • After leveling up this sequence of skills, aim to individually upgrade the others to Rare and then to Epic. Prioritize upgrading your damage skills since you play a DPS role rather than support. Afterward, focus on upgrading mobility and other relevant abilities.


Passives Priority

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  • Adjust your passive skills as needed in different situations. Take Nature's PowerUsed frame.webpNature's Power, for instance, which enhances damage after using dodge skills—an excellent choice for PvP. Another example is Distorted SanctuaryUsed frame.webpDistorted Sanctuary, a favorable option for use in large groups as it provides defense for each group member in close proximity to you.


Rotations

Mark Synergy Rotation ↴
Deadly MarkerUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
Ensnaring ArrowUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
Decisive SnipingUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
Zephyr's NockUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
StrafingUsed frame.webp
  • Upon landing a critical hit with Decisive SnipingUsed frame.webpDecisive Sniping and StrafingUsed frame.webpStrafing, they will reset the cooldown (limited to two consecutive resets). Utilize them whenever this reset occurs. If both skills reset simultaneously, alternate between them quickly—you'll have enough time to execute this sequence.
  • Deadly MarkerUsed frame.webpDeadly Marker comes with a longer cooldown compared to other skills. Therefore, continue incorporating the remaining skills into your combo even when Deadly MarkerUsed frame.webpDeadly Marker is on cooldown, but be sure to reintegrate it into your rotation as soon as its cooldown resets.
  • Ensnaring ArrowUsed frame.webpEnsnaring Arrow plays a crucial role in the combo, inducing a Bind effect on enemies. This synergizes with your Passive Skill, boosting critical chance when the enemy is bound. As a result, your Used Skills reset more easily.
Mark Synergy Rotation ↴
Mortal MarkUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
Quick FireUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
Zephyr's NockUsed frame.webp
  • Execute the rotation of Mortal MarkUsed frame.webpMortal Mark, Quick FireUsed frame.webpQuick Fire and Zephyr's NockUsed frame.webpZephyr's Nock quickly. The debuff from Mortal MarkUsed frame.webpMortal Mark lasts only 3 seconds, so it's crucial to quickly use the other skills to capitalize on this advantage. Keep in mind that Crossbow Skills have a shorter range compared to the Longbow, making this combo more effective when you are closer to the target.
Mark Synergy Rotation ↴
Nature's BlessingUsed frame.webp
Arrow right.webp
Mana Recoup TechniqueUsed frame.webp
  • Make sure to consistently utilize Mortal MarkUsed frame.webpMortal Mark; this enhances your mana regeneration significantly. It's essential to always have World Tree Leaves on hand for continuous use and keep HP potions at the ready to maintain high health, especially when you're alone without healers.


Useful Information

  • In PvE, always maintain maximum distance from the boss to maximize your critical chance and critical damage. Sniper's SenseUsed frame.webpSniper's Sense boosts damage the farther you are from the boss. Additionally, aim to minimize movement, as Rapidshot StanceUsed frame.webpRapidshot Stance provides extra bonuses when you remain stationary for 2 seconds.
  • Thorn GaleUsed frame.webpThorn Gale and Merciless BarrageUsed frame.webpMerciless Barrage synergize well when used together. Consider replacing Multi ShotUsed frame.webpMulti Shot and Brutal ArrowUsed frame.webpBrutal Arrow with these, but be cautious as they have high mana consumption. It's unlikely that you'll sustain a good mana supply if used constantly.
  • When it comes to Defense Skills, you have the option to choose which one suits your needs. Sustaining RollUsed frame.webpSustaining Roll proves to be a more compelling choice for PvP, providing increased mobility and synergizing with a passive that boosts damage during Mobility Skill use. On the other hand, OvertakerUsed frame.webpOvertaker might be more appealing for PvE, enabling you to hold your ground while defending and ensuring the upkeep of passive buffs.
  • Main stat is DEXTERITY, with focus on PERCEPTION and some points on WISDOM for mana regeneration.
  • The Moonlight item set is a solid armor choice to begin with. Robert's accessories are also excellent for starting out and can be obtained through the main quest and exploration in the Adventure Codex.


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