User:Endamir/Builds/Build:Rt/any Glaive's Priest

The Glaive's Priest is an offensive Channeling Ritualist utilizing Destructive was Glaive with some energy management and healing capability.

Attributes and Skills

 * Bloodsong can replace Destruction for a more durable spirit that lasts much longer.(note recharge Differences)
 * Spirit Siphon can be used in place of the Res
 * Resilient Weapon can replace Channeled Strike for a Condition counter.

Equipment

 * Armor
 * Any armor you see fit.


 * Weapons
 * standard HCT and HSR Staff.

Usage

 * Make sure your Spirit is within earshot, otherwise, this build is rendered useless.
 * Spirit Transfer allows a nice spike healing to yourself, also deducting life from Destruction. You can use this skill or Gaze from Beyond to trigger Destruction when the spirit is dying.
 * Cast Destructive was Glaive.
 * Execute basic attack skills. 10% armor penetration hurts people a lot, especially the skill Gaze from Beyond and Channeled Strike
 * Always have a spirit near you. Remember: Ranger spirits are spirits too!(It's better to be paranoid than dead)
 * When Glaive is running out, recast it.

Counters

 * Anti-Caster measures. (Daze, Backfire, etc.)
 * Having your Spirit constantly targeted and quickly killed off.

Variants

 * Mend Body and Soul or other Restoration spells may replace Spirit Transfer.


 * Resurrection Signet can be swapped for.....
 * Death Pact Signet
 * Life to give yourself a nice heal.
 * Renewing Surge for damage
 * Spirit Boon Strike for spirit healing + damage


 * Soothing Memories can replace Draw Spirit.

Some options are...
 * Notetably, you can replace skills for more AoE damage..
 * Spirit Rift
 * Ancestors' Rage( needs to be in melee range, or someone who is near the enemy)