With the player assuming full control of their character’s movements during combat and while using skills, the game play gets another layer of tactics and depth added to it. Players now have the ability to roll out of the way of attacks and actually dodge incoming projectiles and magic attacks instead of a behind the scenes dice roll of stats that determines a hit or miss. With freedom of movement in and out of combat, the stealth skills provided by the thief essentially allowing them to become invisible, and the multiple interchangeable weapons all with dual weilding capabilities the thief is going to be a class with an untold amount of diversity and effectiveness all depending on the player behind the keyboard.
Whether you're jumping in for the first time and playing for free or adventuring in our recently launched sixth expansion, Visions of Eternity, the best time to play Guild Wars 2 is now! Join the millions of players in Tyria and experience the friendliest MMO community firsthand.
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New elite specializations and a fresh adventure on the magical and never-before-seen island of Castora - The sixth expansion launches on October 28!