Die a lot. Figure out why you are dying a lot and quit doing that.

Well I can't tell you how to become a good PvP player, still learning myself, but happy to share a few things I have learnt.

Build/skills/gear to you group size. Transitioning from solo to 2-4 man groups, then to med-large groups I found interesting as my solo-based builds didn't complement the groups as well. My magplar solo build became more of a supporting build in 4 man groups, more buffs/debuffs/heals over my own DPS.

Then in larger groups I ended up transitioning to a full heal/support slotting timestop, siege shield, barrier and a bunch of skills I hadn't needed or used in solo/small groups, even popping Kags armour on those faster rezes when squishy people just have to stand in oils. I tend to carry 4 weapon/jewelry sets (SPC, Worm, Trans, Sanct) so I can assist group with more heals, more dps, more resist or better sustain depending on how the groups going. So a different mentality and mindset to 1vXing as well.


I have two interesting tanks builds that are specifically crafted for med/large group play (an anti-bomber tank, and negate tank) and they happen to be the ones I enjoy playing the most. Stopping a bomber in his tracks before he even gets to the group or hitting that clutch negate I find more fun and rewarding. So don't be afraid to build/craft off-meta once you get into larger groups. You can tailor to your playstyle and where you find the group is lacking (if you play with the same people).

LordLomax wrote: »

Im maining a DK Stam I was originally swapping my main pve to pvp got quite good as a stamplar high rank etc but wanted a proper pvp toon so made a Dk as not got that class and went Stam as tried mag builds but do t get on with them .
I decided from beginning I wanted to use it mainly on bg s . I started with an old build using 5pc Heavy Armor 3 pc agility and 2H asylum and asylum bow build . (2H as not tried it before . ) I decided to help my build I want to get all the titles for bg s . I noticed with my build certain modes were good domination and crazy king but got wrecked in death matches. So after looking at a lot of builds I swapped to s&b and2h with involved learning all new skills and getting all new gear . Plus swapping to 5pc medium so after practising a lot it is defo better all round but not Tanky as before . Plus leading what the new skills do and how/when to use . My advice is experiment . I now am missing use 3 titles once I have got these will start doing Cyrodiil on this toon . I also will be starting to do duels to see how I do .
Ps what cp and faction & server are you ?

this is so cool @LordLomax - didn't you post a similiar pvp query thread like a year or so ago

a lot of time the best guidance comes from those who just recently went through a similiar experience...

geonsocal wrote: »

LordLomax wrote: »

Im maining a DK Stam I was originally swapping my main pve to pvp got quite good as a stamplar high rank etc but wanted a proper pvp toon so made a Dk as not got that class and went Stam as tried mag builds but do t get on with them .
I decided from beginning I wanted to use it mainly on bg s . I started with an old build using 5pc Heavy Armor 3 pc agility and 2H asylum and asylum bow build . (2H as not tried it before . ) I decided to help my build I want to get all the titles for bg s . I noticed with my build certain modes were good domination and crazy king but got wrecked in death matches. So after looking at a lot of builds I swapped to s&b and2h with involved learning all new skills and getting all new gear . Plus swapping to 5pc medium so after practising a lot it is defo better all round but not Tanky as before . Plus leading what the new skills do and how/when to use . My advice is experiment . I now am missing use 3 titles once I have got these will start doing Cyrodiil on this toon . I also will be starting to do duels to see how I do .
Ps what cp and faction & server are you ?

this is so cool @LordLomax - didn't you post a similiar pvp query thread like a year or so ago

a lot of time the best guidance comes from those who just recently went through a similiar experience...

@geonsocal Hey long time no hear yep about a year ago took a few months off then been playing in pve been doing and running a trials guild just got 3 to go complete. I decided I wanted to get back into pvp so decided to do the above as my main is now basically my trials/ pve toon.
Also have got a healer which has got all the dungeon titles (except new ones ) learning healing trials at mo finnnaly finished farming her gear . Just need the arena lion pet now as have the costume and helm .

JackDaniell wrote: »

Here are some in depth PvP guides, ranging from beginner to advanced with more to come! Hope these help you out in PvP.

Complete beginner PvP Guide
https://youtu.be/lpJaWqWre88

3 Easy Exercises to Improve your PvP
https://youtu.be/Fsm02JosN2s

Reading Your Opponent
https://youtu.be/f-KvZOC0_RY

Countering Nightblades
https://youtu.be/aiHSGXi8eNo

Thanks Jack. That countering nightblades was pretty informative as I have hell with them.

SilverPaws wrote: »

Are you at pc eu server ? Could give you some insights into the class. Stam dk main here as well

Yes i am man, could i add you as a friend perhaps?

Browiseth wrote: »

play nightblade and equip cloak on your skill bar

instant skill

I have that and I still suck.