In this article, you will see some PvP builds. These are the PvP builds that I have seen and that my team and I have used before. PvP builds are very versatile as you build them to match your playstyle and preferences. I hope this article will help give you an idea of what you like.

How does PVP work in the game?

There are different things you can do as a PvP player in New World. There are arenas where you can enter solo matches or 3 vs 3. Then there is the open-world PvP, the normal type of PvP where you challenge others flagged as PvP on the map. 

But, then you also get Outpost Rush which is a 20 vs 20 match that combines both PvP and PvE. The last type is Wars which can determine which faction rules over a map sector.

10 Tips for PvP:

• Use a build you know and are comfortable with.
• Don’t die, go in, deal some damage, and get out and repeat.
• Don't lose your shit, the calmer you are the better decisions you make.
• Remember you are playing against players who can adapt to fighting against you.
• To start Outpost Rush, head to your faction leader and queue up for it.
• There are three outposts to claim in Outpost Rush, if your team controls the majority, you will win.
• You can’t win a war if you don't touch a point.
• Protect and aid your company's healers in a war they keep you and your team alive.
• Know the arena map you are playing in.
• In the 3 vs 3 arena kill the enemy healer first.

 

1. Bruiser

(Let your power show no matter if in PvP or PvE).

Simply put, this build is a Tank and is good at everything Tanks do. Like all Tanks most of the time, the armor is heavy.

This build focuses on heavy damage, and taking damage as it is still a Tank. This Build is great at both solo and team play.

In my opinion, this build is perfect for any who enjoys these types of builds. This build is a nice Tank build for PvP. My analysis is that this build is great in many aspects and has lots of room for adaptability.   

Abilities

Below the image will show the abilities that work best for this specific build, but it's up to the player to decide what to use.

(Forward the battle awaits.)

See below the specific abilities in the picture that most players use in this type of build. Some will match a tank as this is a semi-tank.

(Slay with power in every swing.)

What the Bruiser Excels In: 

• Dealing Damage.
  • This can differ depending on what abilities you choose, this could also differ depending on what weapons you use and what perks you have on them.
• Taking Damage.
  • This is due to both the fact that you put 190 attribute points into constitution and the heavy armor that adorns you.
• Aggroing.
  • This is only useful in Outpost Rush, and it causes game enemies to be drawn to you.

Use This Build If... 

• You like Playing as a Tank.
  • This is one of the tank builds that I know of.
• If you like Playing Solo and or as part of a Team.
  • This build is great in both playing alone or in a team.

Build details: This is a type of tank that normally plays with heavy armor, a sword and round shield, and a hatchet. Their attributes are 190 constitutions and 5 strengths. An onyx is a great gem for this build. 

Would you like to have a glance at what this gear could offer? Well, let’s have a peek. Keep in mind these are noted to be a selection that is seen as exceptional. Therefore, it may only be obtained closer to the end levels.

Weapons

• Primal Straightsword of the Ranger, (Sword).
• Verglass Buckler, (Round Shield).
• Primal Hatchet of the Soldier, (Hatchet).

Gear

• Unyielding, (Headwear).
• Dragonscale Breastplate, (Chestwear).
• Magnetic Gauntlets, (Glove).
• Woodgrain Greaves, (Legwear).
• Stonesole, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Lost Stopwatch, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Verglas Earing, (Earring Jewelry).
• Blooddrinker, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

2. Hunter

(Shoot them down).

This will help you understand this build a bit more. This build falls under the damager selection and as a damager you can cause great amounts of devastation.

This type of build focuses on dealing great amounts of damage from afar and close. This build can deal lots of damage due to the weapons and the fact that dexterity is great for it.

My honest opinion is that this build is an almost perfect combination of close and afar damage. This build is heavily focused on dexterity. My analysis is that if you add the right gems to the right weapons you may almost be completely unstoppable.

Abilities

Below you can see the abilities that I would suggest you use on the spear for this build.

(Let your spear fly).

In the image below you will see the abilities that I recommend you use on your bow for this build.

(Your arrow flies through the sky and hits your target).

What Hunter Excels In: 

• Slaying your opponent from a distance
  • The hunter is a sharpshooter who can fight the cause from afar and leave the enemy wounded with the right weapons.
• Healer assistance
  • If you have a Hunter within your team, he or she can assist with bringing your enemies to their knees and protecting the healer.
• Leading the enemy
  • A Hunter could lead one enemy your way to be taken down without having to face entire troops.

Use This Build If... 

• If you prefer the outer ring
  • Being a hunter will most likely place you on the outer ring of your group as you will be playing from a distance.
• You do not fair well in close combat
  • The hunter generally plays from afar and is more suitable for players who do not do so well in close combat or like heavy weapons.
• Weapon choice
  • The weapon selection of a hunter is extremely particular. If you battle with heavy weapons, swords, or such, the hunter is worth the try.

Build details: This build falls under Damager. Its armor is a mix of light, medium, and heavy. It uses a bow and spear. All their attribute points are normally placed into Dexterity. Opal or Onyx are good gems for this build.

Going further, I provide examples of gear to suit this build. These may only become available closer to the end game as they are seen as some of the best gear out there.

Weapons

• Fallen Olympian, (Bow).
• Verglas Spear of the Soldier, (Spear).

Gear

• Encroaching Corruption Helm, (Headwear).
• Void Darkplate, (Chestwear).
• Ghoul Gloves, (Glove).
• Lieutenant’s Britches, (Legwear).
• Dragonscale Greavs, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Wolf at the Door, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Charcoal, (Earring Jewelry).
• Spirit, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

3. Buster

(Crush them under your Warhammer, none can stop you).

This build is a type of damager as well. However, this type of damage focuses on dealing heavy amounts of damage. Swift and powerful moves slaying all the bad guys.

This build is meant to be fast and deal great amounts of damage while being able to move fast. Thanks to the added strength you will be able to deal great amounts of damage. 

In my opinion, this build while wielding heavy weapons is still very fast and agile. With the right amount of practice, you could find the best way to manipulate this build. My analysis is that this build can easily be one of the strongest if used correctly.

Abilities

Below are the abilities that I would use on the war hammer. You could change these to suit your playing style more.

(Crush Crush Crush, Destroy all).

As you can see below are the abilities that I would recommend you use. They work great in this build, but you could change them to suit your style.

(Reap what you are owed)

What Buster Excel In: 

• Causing huge damage
  • This build can cause substantial damage if using the Warhammer of the Great Axe.
• Attracting attention
  • With the weapons used by this build, you can get the enemies to attack you and keep your team members safe with an agro.
• Close Combat
  • Being the center of attention is one of the offerings this build will deliver.

Use This Build If... 

• You enjoy close combat
  • If you prefer to be in the middle of the battle, this build requires it.
• Yielding heavy weapons
  • Many players find the heavy weapons alluring and if you do, this build is ideal.
• Do you like getting knocked
  • This build can take quite a lot of impact but to survive, remember to also deal with what you take.

Build details: This build falls under Damager. Its armor is a mix of light, medium, and heavy. It uses a Warhammer and Great Axe. All their attribute points are placed in Strenght. Opal or Onyx on armor and a Jasper or Emeral on weapons are good gems for this build.

Underneath I have compiled a list of gear for this build. Keep in mind though that it is only obtainable closer to the end levers as it is high gear.

Weapons

• Primal Warhammer of the Ranger, (War Hammer).
• Verglas Great Axe of the Soldier, (Great Axe).

Gear

• Taiyi Helm, (Headwear).
• Weathered Concrete, (Chestwear).
• Ghoul Gloves, (Glove).
• Koya’s Knee Guards, (Legwear).
• Stonesole, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Lost Stopwatch, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Dynasty’s Earring, (Earring Jewelry).
• Verglas Ring, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

4. Elemental Mage

(Let the ice flow through your veins).

This is a damager build that uses ice and fire to destroy their foes. Their armor is light and this allows them to be fast and deadly.

Attacking from both afar and close up. This build focuses on dealing great amounts of damage at a time. Using great powers and conquering the foes the abilities are focused on dealing mass amounts of damage.

In my opinion, this build is one of the hardest to conquer unless you are a master in this field. This build is focused on both distance and close-up play. My analysis is that with the right weapons and armor equipped with the right perks you will master this build.

Abilities

In the image below you can see the highlighted abilities are the ones that I would use in this build.

( Let in go, let it go. Freeze them all alive).

Below is an image of the fire staff's abilities, the highlighted ones are the ones that I would choose.(The fire is all-consuming, Destroy them all with fire).

What Elemental Mage Excels In: 

• Elemental Damage.
  • this is due to the fact both its weapons are elemental weapons.
• Smolder.
  • This is a bedbug that your foes can get when you keep attacking them with the fire staff.
• Slow.
  • With luck, your ice attacks will slow your foes 

Use This Build If... 

• You prefer playing from a distance
  • The two suggested weapons could provide solid damage if used correctly.
• You like grinding
  • Getting to a place where you have mastered the weapons may take a bit of work.
• The ultimate magic experience
  • If magic is your selection of weaponry, this is ideal but perfecting your craft will be a challenge.

Build details: This is a damager. Its armor is mostly light but its chest piece is. It uses a fire staff and ice gauntlet. All attribute points are spent on Intelligence. The best gems to use in this build in Onyx, Opal, Emerald, and Malachite.

As before, note that the gear below is most likely only available closer to the end game. This is due to it being so exceptionally good.

Weapons

• Deep Freeze, (Ice Gauntlet).
• Verglas Fire Staff of the Soldier, (Fire Staff).

Gear

• Lieutennant’s Hat, (Headwear).
• Nimble Coat, (Chestwear).
• Empress Zhou’s Embroidered Claws, (Glove).
• Admiral’s Pantaloons, (Legwear).
• Moss Stompers, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Unbearable, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Endless Thirst, (Earring Jewelry).
• Blooddrinker, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

5. Healing Mage

(No aiding for the weak only the powerful will get the life I offer).

This is a healer and damager build, it’s made for destroying while keeping itself and allies alive. With the light gear generally associated with it, it allows you to be fast.

This build is both to aid and destroy their foes. This build focuses on group matches more than solo matches. It's fast and agile with the power to heal and destroy.

In my opinion, this is one of the best PvP builds. The game offers you many different builds and choosing the right one for you is an important thing. My analysis is that this build is a great build for people who aren't very good at dealing with massive amounts of damage.

Abilities

The image below shows the best abilities of a PvP healer. These can change but most use this.

(Light of health).

The image below shows the Ice abilities that match up best with the life staff.

(Ice with the power to destroy all).

What Healing Mage Excels In: 

• Healing powers
  • This build can assist in keeping team members alive during vital times with its exceptional abilities.
• Causing damage
  • Due to the weapon selection, this build can be a great advantage in any war as it can bring forth solid amounts of damage.
• Protecting those around you
  • Some of the abilities of this build offer solid protection for your allies and it could be the make or break of your match.

Use This Build If... 

• You enjoy assisting in multiple ways
  • Due to the weapon selection generally associated with this build, it can be double beneficial. It can provide good attack but also keep the troops going.
• You prefer playing in a group
  • This build generally fares much better in group play than solo due to the selection of perks and weapons.
• You simply love magic
  • The weapons commonly found with this build include magic and it is not for everyone, yet, if you love it, this is ideal.

Build details: This is a healer and damager mix. Its armor is mostly light but its chest piece is. It uses a Life staff and ice gauntlet. All attribute points are spent on Focus. If selecting gems, the Onyx, Opal, Dimond, and Amber are the best gems to use in this build.

Down beneath I have provided a list of gear. These are selected as part of the best gear available. Yet, know that it is most likely only obtainable with the last levels.

Weapons

• Vengeance, (Life Staff).
• Primal Ice Gauntlet of the Scholer, (Ice Gauntlet).

Gear

• Grey Wizird’s Hat, (Headwear).
• Nimble Coat, (Chestwear).
• Admiral’s Claw, (Glove).
• Devilish Stamina, (Legwear).
• Moss Stompers, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Verglas Amulet, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Lifeloop, (Earring Jewelry).
• Verglas Ring, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

6. Tank

(Team up or fight alone, but either way you shall kill all).

This build is as close as you will get to an original tank as you can get in PvP.  With heavy armor that offers lots of protection.

The role that this build plays is important for both PvP and PvE. This build offers you great amounts of strength and life. 

In my opinion, this build is great at dealing and taking damage. Tanks are made for taking damage and aggroing AI enemies, but in PvP this changes a bit. My analysis is that a Tnak will always be a needed build.

Abilities

Below is an image on it is highlights the abilities that I would use on the sword and shield. Some of the abilities can change not all as this will change what the build does.

(Raise your shield and sword, and kill all your foes).

Below is an image that shows you the best abilities to choose for this build.(Smash, ow no, they are all gone).

What Tank Excels In: 

• Drawing the enemy in
  • Tanks usually have amazing agro abilities and can therefore draw the enemy to them. This gives your companions time to cause damage.
• Taking impact
  • Usually, the armor is heavy and suitable for taking as much as they can deal.
• Causing damage
  • Due to the weapons and abilities of this build, it is able to cause huge amounts of damage.

Use This Build If... 

• You love the heavier side of the game
  • Heaviness is for you, heavy armor, heavy weapons, and being slow. If this is what you like, then go for it.
• You are part of a group
  • Tanks because of the aggro they do, most commonly play in groups.
• You enjoy PVE
  • As part of the selections this build has, you will do well in PVE.

Build details: The armor is heavy for this build, its weapons are mostly a sword, and round shield, and a warhammer. Its attributes are 190 Constitution and 5 Strength. The best gems suggested for this are Opal, Onyx, Jasper, and Emerald.

See below for a selection of the best gear. These are known to be the ultimate selection. Yet, you may not be able to obtain them until basically the last couple of levels.

Weapons

• Sharpridge, (Sword).
• Verglass Buckler, (Round Shield).
• Hero of the Hills, (War Hammer).

Gear

• Unyielding, (Headwear).
• Aureate’s Golden Lorica Segmentata, (Chestwear).
• Magnetic Gauntlets, (Glove).
• Woodgrain Greaves, (Legwear).
• Dragonscale Greaves, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Lost Stopwatch, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Taiyi Earring, (Earring Jewelry).
• Blooddrinker, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

7. Light Warlock

(Show no fear, let the flame consume you).

A light warlock is different from other warlock builds and their armor is mostly light. Their one weapon is most likely light and the other weapon is not always a heavy weapon.

This build role is a damager as it’s meant to inflict mass amounts of damage to its foe. Yet, it must be able to do so while being able to dodge and avoid damage as well. 

My opinion is that this warlock build is a lot faster than the normal ones. This build focused on quick and efficient movements and attacks. My analysis is that this build has mastered the deadliest combo, of speen, ranged, and melee damage.

Abilities

Below the image will show you the abilities that are most commonly used on this build, But this can change from player to player.

(Let no blood drip let it flow).

Below is an image that shows the abilities that most would chose for this build this can differ.(Burn baby burn).

What Light Warlock Excels In: 

• Speedy attacks and running
  • Due to the light weapons and armor, this build can usually evade attacks and infiltrate quickly.
• Laying down solid blows causing damage
  • Its weapon selection is done with care so it can inflict the highest amount of damage with one blow.
• Ranged and Melee play
  • Being able to yield weapons from many points is one of the great benefits of this build.

Use This Build If... 

• Do you prefer close combat
  • Due to the weapon selection mostly found with this build. You will be seeing a lot of action from up close.
• You love the odd weapons
  • The rapier and fire staff are not for all players, but if you love these, maybe give this build a try.
• You seek the thrill of the attack
  • The rapier and fire staff can be a challenge to master but the rewards are splendid.

Build details: This build falls under Damager. Its armor is all light except for its chest piece which is medium. It uses a rapier and fire staff. All their attribute points are in Intaligence. Opal or Onyx on armor and an Aquamarine or Emeral on weapons are good gems for this build.

You are most likely to only find the listed gear below in the later stages of the game. This is due to their greatness.

Weapons

• Worn Upon Stone, (Rapier).
• Inferno, (Fire Staff).

Gear

• Gray Wizard’s Hat, (Headwear).
• Nimble Coat, (Chestwear).
• Fallen Monk’s Gloves, (Glove).
• Devilish Stamina, (Legwear).
• Lieutenant’s Boots, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Lost Stopwatch, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Heavy Earring, (Earring Jewelry).
• Spirit, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

8. Life Warlock

(All gather and fight we can destroy them all).

This is a damager and healer build, that focuses on protecting itself and other teammates while still dealing great damage.

The role of this build will vary depending on whether they are playing alone or in a team. If in a team they will aid in both combat and healing. If solo they will attack their foes while staying alive.

My expert opinion is that this build could be a combo of a Healer, Tank, and Damager. This build has all its attribute points commonly pushed into focus to help this build heal to its fullest. My analysis is that in the right players' hands, this build would be a force to be reckoned with.

Abilities

Below Is an image that shows what abilities work best for this build.

(Light our Way).

As shown below in the Image is The Abilities on The hatchet for this build.(Good always conquers the bad).

What Life Warlock Excels In: 

• Self-healing
  • Being able to heal yourself is one the more reliable benefits of this build
• Assisting team members during fights
  • Being able to join the fight and stay alive is a great benefit for any team member.
• Solo games
  • Due to the self-healing, this build does very well in solo play but is useful in a team as well.

Use This Build If... 

• Healing is your thing
  • Playing with a life staff is vital for this build not only for self-healing but also healing others.
• You enjoy playing solo
  • As its healing powers are so good, it makes a great build for those who prefer to go it alone.
• You want a part of the action
  • Playing up close can be dangerous but it is a thrill to be able to go in and make it out alive.

Build details: Is a healer and damager mix build. That uses mostly light armor with a medium chest piece. Its most common weapons are the life staff and hatchet. All their attribute points are in Focus. Opal or Onyx on armor and Diamond or Amber on weapons are good gems for this build.

When looking at the list of gear mentioned here, keep in mind that it is mostly only found in the last stages of the game. The gear exceptionally is most likely high and therefore, will only be obtainable in the late game.

Weapons

• Leaf and Stem, (Life Staff).
• Not a Monkey, (Hatchet).

Gear

• Sporelight Mask, (Headwear).
• Nimble Coat, (Chestwear).
• Quickdraw Gloves, (Glove).
• Lieutenant’s Britches, (Legwear).
• Lieutenant’s Boots, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Ankh, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Hailley’s Comet, (Earring Jewelry).
• Kernel, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

9. Ranger

(I'm ready to fire, are you?)

The Ranger build doesn't differ greatly from its PvE counterpart. It's still a damager whose weapons are the musket and bow. Its armor is a bit lighter.

The role of this build is normal to attack from afar, but for PvP this changes to be able to attack as normal. Or closer and one of its abilities offers a means To escape.

In my honest opinion, this build has a lot of ways you could use it. It is a highly dexterity-focused build this is to maximize the effect of its weapons. My analysis on this build is that it is one if not the best PvP ranged build.

Abilities

Below is an image that shows one way you could select its abilities.

(Fire, I said fire, kill them all).

As shown below in the image is the ability that works well with this build in PvP.

(Shoot dodge and repeat).

What Ranger Excels In: 

• PVP play
  • Due to the perk and weapon selection on this build it excels at PVP play.
• Long distance damage
  • The weapons and perks used by this build make it perfect for long-distance damage.
• Slowing the enemy
  • With the right abilities, you can cause your opponent to slow down

Use This Build If... 

• Ranged weapons are your thing
  • Bows and Guns are the best to develop with this build. So if you love these, this is the build to go for.
• You enjoy attacking not only other players
  • Even though it goes all the way in PVP it can be very effective in PVE as well.
• You enjoy a faster pace
  • With the gear and weapon selection for this build, you can move around faster with ease.

Build details: This is one of the damager builds. That uses mostly light armor with a medium chest piece. Its most common weapons are the musket and bow. All their attribute points are in Dexterity. Opal or Onyx on armor and Emerald on weapons are good gems for this build.

Listed here is a list of gear. This gear is rated to be so good that most players will only be able to get them at the later stages in the game.

Weapons

• Bolt Barker, (Musket).
• Fallen Olympian, (Bow).

Gear

• Wandering Helm, (Headwear).
• Nimble Coat, (Chestwear).
• Sporelight Gloves, (Glove).
• Devilish Stamina, (Legwear).
• Lieutenant’s Boots, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Lost Stopwatch, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Drown Drown Drown, (Earring Jewelry).
• Spirit, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

10. Dark Mage

(Beauty in Death).

This build is similar to the normal PvE mage build. This build is a mostly light armor build. 

This build plays best as a solo player but works just fine in a team. It has all of its points in Intelligence as this is good on most magic weapons.

In my opinion, this build is unique in that not a lot of players use it at least not that I have seen. This build can be really good, or really bad depending on how the player uses it. My analysis is that this build is highly underestimated.

Abilities

Below you can see the image that shows you the best abilities for this build.

(Into darkness we go).

As you can see in the image below are some of the best fire staff abilities for this build.

(Fires are burning)

What Dark Mage Excels In: 

• Magic is the key
  • If you simply can’t go without the magic, this build offers what is needed.
• PVE gameplay
  • Due to some of the preferences of this build, it is seen as a must for PVE.
• Quick maneuvering
  • Because of the light armor, this build can change direction and move quickly to avoid being hit.

Use This Build If... 

• Solo play is your thing
  • Most players who build the Dark Mage normally play solo due to its effectiveness.
• Do you like a challenge
  • Some may find this build less suitable but if done right, it can be a master.
• Distance play is your thing
  • The weapon selection commonly found with this build places it in the distance fight class.

Build details: This is another mage-type damager. That uses mostly light armor with a medium chest piece. Its most common weapons are the void gauntlet and fire staff. All their attribute points are in Intalagents. Opal or Onyx on armor and Malachite and Emerald on weapons are good gems for this build.

Check out the listed gear below. These are generally only found in the late game as they are exceptional

Weapons

• Lifetaker, (Void Gauntlet).
• Verglas Fire Staff of the Soldier, (Fire Staff).

Gear

• Sporelight Mask, (Headwear).
• Nimble Coat, (Chestwear).
• Fallen Monk’s Gloves, (Glove).
• Devilish Stamina, (Legwear).
• Lieutenant’s Boots, (Footwear).

Other Gear

• Lost Stopwatch, (Amulet Jewelry).
• Charcoal, (Earring Jewelry).
• Kernel, (Ring Jewelry).
• Guardian’s Satchel, (Bag).

 

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