Guild Wars 2: The Speculationing

[2xDouble]

I've been threatening to do this for some time, so I might as well get it done.

This is the new official Escapist Guild Wars 2 Speculation Thread!
(I know, the title is spelled wrong on purpose.)

This is the place to guess at what will be, could be, might be, probably won't be (but would be cool anyway)
included or appearing in Guild Wars 2! (or any other MMO's)

If you need to research, check out the Official Info Thread [http://www.escapistmagazine.com/forums/read/9.236131-All-yours-Guild-Wars-2-Information-Topic-Dungeon-Info-Updated?page=2#8476827], some of our best speculations are in there as well.
Time to test our collective creative might, Escapists! Show us what you got!

 

[Korten12]

Guild Wars MIGHT Be good, oh wait it will be! XD

 

[2xDouble]

Guild Wars MIGHT Be good, oh wait it will be! XD

lol. I think that's a pretty safe bet.

 

[IHateDaManSkirt]

I think that the next spellcaster class won't be a mesmer.

 

[oppp7]

I think that the next spellcaster class WILL be a mesmer!

Also, the HoM system will screw over people with multiple characters with titles.

 

[Rusty Bucket]

The warriors arc shot ability is all I'll ever use. So damn cool.

Also, am I the only one that watched the ranger's whirling defense video and kept making pinball noises?

 

[2xDouble]

The warriors arc shot ability is all I'll ever use. So damn cool.

Also, am I the only one that watched the ranger's whirling defense video and kept making pinball noises?

lol. nope. Someone should totally add that effect to the video.

 

[2xDouble]

I think that the next spellcaster class won't be a mesmer.

oh? what do you think it will be instead?

 

[IHateDaManSkirt]

I think that the next spellcaster class won't be a mesmer.

oh? what do you think it will be instead?

I'm thinking of a monk/dervish combo thing. Smithing magic and some kind of magical support. It's mostly because of this [http://www.arena.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/LightArmor_Theme3.jpg] that I make this assumption.

I think that the next spellcaster class WILL be a mesmer!

Also, the HoM system will screw over people with multiple characters with titles.

1)LIES AND SLANDER!!!!
2)Actually, it's going to be a points system, so they'll benefit.

 

[2xDouble]

I think that the next spellcaster class won't be a mesmer.

oh? what do you think it will be instead?

I'm thinking of a monk/dervish combo thing. Smithing magic and some kind of magical support. It's mostly because of this [http://www.arena.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/LightArmor_Theme3.jpg] that I make this assumption.

I think that the next spellcaster class WILL be a mesmer!

Also, the HoM system will screw over people with multiple characters with titles.

1)LIES AND SLANDER!!!!
2)Actually, it's going to be a points system, so they'll benefit.

lol. interesting... you gotta love that Dragonfly theme. Actually, I kinda hope you're right. I want the GW2 Mesmer to be the "musketeer" fencer class they implied in the class image. That would make the awesome Mez an Adventurer instead... and I'm ok with that.

 

[Zayren]

I think that the next spellcaster class WILL be a mesmer!

Also, the HoM system will screw over people with multiple characters with titles.

Except they made the HoM account-wide like a year ago...

 

[IHateDaManSkirt]

I think that the next spellcaster class won't be a mesmer.

oh? what do you think it will be instead?

I'm thinking of a monk/dervish combo thing. Smithing magic and some kind of magical support. It's mostly because of this [http://www.arena.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/LightArmor_Theme3.jpg] that I make this assumption.

lol. interesting... you gotta love that Dragonfly theme. Actually, I kinda hope you're right. I want the GW2 Mesmer to be the "musketeer" fencer class they implied in the class image. That would make the awesome Mez an Adventurer instead... and I'm ok with that.

I'd rather not have the mesmer have the ability to use rifles, but pistols, daggers and longswords would be sweet!

 

[2xDouble]

lol. interesting... you gotta love that Dragonfly theme. Actually, I kinda hope you're right. I want the GW2 Mesmer to be the "musketeer" fencer class they implied in the class image. That would make the awesome Mez an Adventurer instead... and I'm ok with that.

I'd rather not have the mesmer have the ability to use rifles, but pistols, daggers and longswords would be sweet!

Yeah, totally. I can almost imagine one using the Greatsword as well. I'd rather see a pistol/torch combo, can you imagine what an illusionist could do with that? I'm also wondering if the Mesmer or another magical-themed class can dual wield Scepters.

Spoiler: Something like this

 

[IHateDaManSkirt]

lol. interesting... you gotta love that Dragonfly theme. Actually, I kinda hope you're right. I want the GW2 Mesmer to be the "musketeer" fencer class they implied in the class image. That would make the awesome Mez an Adventurer instead... and I'm ok with that.

I'd rather not have the mesmer have the ability to use rifles, but pistols, daggers and longswords would be sweet!

Yeah, totally. I can almost imagine one using the Greatsword as well. I'd rather see a pistol/torch combo, can you imagine what an illusionist could do with that? I'm also wondering if the Mesmer or another magical-themed class can dual wield Scepters.

Spoiler: Something like this

Uhh...It really just depends on skill because you won't be melee attacking with spellcasters.

 

[2xDouble]

I'm gonna re-post something in here I posted today in another thread; see if I can stir up a little controversy or something...

So... a little more speculation today: The Crusader:

In the Guild Wars book, Ghosts of Ascalon (good book, btw. y'all should read it), several characters are referred to as "Crusader". Now, the narrative makes it clear that this is a rank in a certain order, but what if it is also a new Class? The archetypal "holy knight" paladin could fit pretty nicely into the "damage-control-support" structure, and be a nice replacement for the Monk class.

The Crusader could borrow some from the Diablo 2 Paladin for its special mechanics: Auras. I believe it'd be like party/ally wide buffs that would apply simply by being near the Crusader. Think sort of a cross between the Guild Wars Paragon and the Diablo 2 Paladin.

The Crusader's arsenal should focus more on the Mace or Hammer than swords, with the option for caster weapons like the Staff. The Crusader should also have some unorthodox weapon combos like dual wielding Scepters or Pistol and Shield (I'd say not double pistols). For longer range, a crusader would have a Rifle to play with, being already proficient with pistols, but also would have limited casting options.

Spoiler: concept weapon chart

Main Hand: Sword, Scepter, Pistol, Mace.
Off Hand: Scepter, Mace, Shield, Focus, Torch.
Two Handed: Hammer, Greatsword, Staff, Rifle.

Crusader skills would likely revolve around magically-enhanced melee and mid-range attacks. It would also be primarily support and control-focused, with skills to physically push around the foe and buff allies.

Possible problems: there is nothing "holy" regarded by the Asura and especially the Charr. Making skills and abilities around prayers and such wouldn't make much sense among those races. Surely there are ways around it...

 

[oppp7]

I think that the next spellcaster class WILL be a mesmer!

Also, the HoM system will screw over people with multiple characters with titles.

Except they made the HoM account-wide like a year ago...

Ok, nevermind then.

I should probably continue on that God Walkiing thing.

 

[VanQ]

After reading this article on their main site i speculate that they will get my money on day 1!

http://www.arena.net/blog/john-and-eric-answer-your-items-and-loot-questions

Oh god why don't you just take my money now arenanet!?

EDIT: posted link to the wrong article, heres the REALLY good one: http://www.arena.net/blog/john-and-eric-answer-your-items-and-loot-questions

 

[Korten12]

After reading this article on their main site i speculate that they will get my money on day 1!

http://www.arena.net/blog/john-and-eric-answer-your-items-and-loot-questions

Oh god why don't you just take my money now arenanet!?

Same, just take it ArenaNet, you know we're going to give it to you.

 

[ShadowsofHope]

After reading this article on their main site i speculate that they will get my money on day 1!

http://www.arena.net/blog/john-and-eric-answer-your-items-and-loot-questions

Oh god why don't you just take my money now arenanet!?

Same, just take it ArenaNet, you know we're going to give it to you.

That Norn armor halfway through just looks fucking bad-ass.

..But yes, my money is pretty much forfeit by now. ArenaNet is just toying me along the road until release.. jerks. :/

 

[oppp7]

I think that the next spellcaster class WILL be a mesmer!

Also, the HoM system will screw over people with multiple characters with titles.

Except they made the HoM account-wide like a year ago...

...Nope I was right the first time; getting several characters with the same titles is pointless.