User:Saranis/Mesmer Builds/Mantra of Smiting

Mantra of Smiting takes advantage of the Mesmer skill Mantra of Inscriptions to reduce recharge of Signets so that they are a viable source of Damage in PvP. This build can easily be adapted to a Monk Primary since while Fast Casting is used it is just to fill out the attribute points and not a priority in the build.

Equipment

 * Survivor or Sentry's* Armor with runes of Vitae on 3 pieces.

* If optional slot is a signet instead of Sentry's go with Artificer's.
 * Either Scourgewind's Branch or a +60 HP staff (such as Inspired Shadow Staff will work.

Usage
* If an attack skill is used.
 * Cast Watchful Spirit, Mending on yourself at the beginning.
 * 1) Cast Mantra of Inscriptions.
 * 2) Hit them with Signet of Judgment.
 * 3) Signet of Mystic Wrath.
 * 4) Optional. *
 * 5) When they begin attacking hit them with Bane Signet if they are within touch range, quickly follow up with Holy Strike.
 * 6) Rinse and Repeat.

Counters

 * Interupts.
 * Increased Cast time spells/Daze.
 * Spikes.
 * Disenchant.

Variants

 * For Optional Skill there are 4 recommended Skills.
 * Banish is a low cost spell that deals alright damage against any foe.
 * Smite also is a good altervative at a higher Energy cost.
 * Signet of Rage would bring you up to 4 signets (12 armor with Artificer's Insignia) and deal moderate to high damage against warriors and Paragons.
 * Generic Resurrect If you plan to play in Randoms take Res Signet. If PvE'ing take whatever Res you like best.