Make empower to buff the damage of the bash attacks. This could open another simple build for PvE which will be viable and not OP. The bash damage is only single target, except the necro ultimate and Deadlands Demolisher with 2 seconds CD, similar to the new splash damage from lighting staffs.
Unlikely the HA build with the bash build you should be in mele range.
Maybe also it could be needed to add the off balance buff to bash attacks too but this should be tested for PvP.
This buff should be active only with sword and board on main bar similar to minor brittle with ice staff. Otherwise it will be mandatory for other dps to add bash to their rotation for DPS boost.
@ZOS_Kevin can you pass this idea to the dev team?
Because I can!