Ascended gear and stat infusions are not required; you can use exotic gear with the same stats.
This gear is broadly applicable in PVE, making it an excellent choice for general play.
If you are gearing this character from zero, start with exotic quality gear. Search the trading post for "Devona" armor. Then search for the weapons you want to use: "Bonetti's Rapier" sword, "Deathwish" staff. Upgrade to ascended gear as you progress. See also: Guide to Gear a Character.
- and are interchangeable.
- You can use to trade a minor amount of damage for sustain, to start combat with boons, or for a little extra defense.
- For defense, equip the highest tier Jade Core you can afford. Use defensive foodor skills if required.